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What Over-The-Counter Medicines Should You Keep at Home?
Seasonal colds, upset stomachs, or the occasional ache and pain are challenges we manage throughout our lives, often with the help of non-prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. While the process of choosing the right OTC medicine is often as simple as perusing the aisles of your local pharmacy and seeing…
Read More...How Does Home Health Care Help Post-Surgery Recovery?
One of the biggest benefits of home health care is that once services are established, a plan of care can easily be altered to help patients overcome challenges unique to their circumstances. While home health care is often seen as a long-term support structure, the reality is that the adaptability…
Read More...Can New Shoes Reduce Fall Risks?
Injuries due to falls can be life changing events, especially for adults 65 and older. The long-lasting impacts of these injuries, combined with anxiety around future accidents can have a serious impact on an individual’s ability to continue safely living independently. The reality is that while preventable, household falls are…
Read More...How to Host a Dementia-Friendly Holiday Gathering
The holidays are a special time for families to gather together, remember their past, and make new memories for the future. While planning a gathering can feel like a challenge for any host, creating a welcoming environment for a loved one experiencing dementia can present unique challenges. However, with proper…
Read More...Comparing Home Health Care, Independent Living and Assisted Living Facilities
Choosing the right supportive living arrangement as an older adult requires quite a bit of planning and research. Unfortunately, many families wait until a significant emergency or hazard becomes known before they begin this learning process, leading to a feeling of being rushed and settling for solutions that are only…
Read More...What is the Difference Between Home Care and Home Health Care?
Millions of Americans receive some form of in-home care every year. This type of long term care has become increasingly popular because it allows patients to receive personalized services within a familiar home setting, rather than undergoing the significant lifestyle changes associated with moving to an assisted living facility. While…
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