Caring for Seniors with Parkinson’s As a neurological disease, Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects movement, balance, and muscle control. Parkinson’s is progressive with symptoms becoming more advanced over time. Parkinson’s is diagnosed more frequent in men than in women and is more typically diagnosed in 55 to 75 year olds. Due to this, Parkinson’s patients need […]
Technology and Care that makes a difference.
February 16, 2020 by ·
We’re modernizing the process of setting up and managing care as well as improving upon communication between families, Care Professionals, and our Support Team. Technology and Care that makes a difference. Caregivers will be able to list their qualifications, skills, hours they’re able to work and distances they’re willing travel. Seniors will specify the type […]
Time For Alzheimer’s Care?
December 6, 2012 by ·
Checklist: When is it time for Alzheimer’s Care? As so many have experienced, Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease. Symptoms vary with some people experiencing signs in their 40’s, however worsen unpredictably and gradually over time. My mother started having signs of Alzheimer’s in her 60’s, and due to the slow progression, she was able to […]
Caring for Elderly Parents Checklist
August 20, 2012 by ·
Checklist – Caring for Elderly Parents This guide and checklist will help families caring for elderly loved ones. We have included important to-do items that will help in dealing with the issues seniors and their families face. This article covers: Determining needs, Receive Permission, Handy information to access, Knowledge of senior concerns, and Taking a break […]
Caregiving, Seniors with Cancer
April 13, 2012 by ·
The incidence rate of cancer rises so dramatically with age, the World Health Organization lists ageing as a fundamental factor in the development of cancer as over 75% of all cancer diagnoses in the US come from people aged 55 and older. So how can you prepare for caring for seniors with cancer diagnosis at […]
Making the Transition from Hospital to Home
April 13, 2011 by ·
There’s a lot to do after bringing someone home from the hospital. The obvious goal is continued recovery. But roughly 20% of older adults are rehospitalized within 30 days because of problems that develop at home. Research shows there are three things you can do to prevent a backslide. It’s important to get going on […]
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