by Family Private Care | Jul 4, 2012 | Caregiving
The toll loneliness plays on the elderly If you ask someone to tell you what loneliness is, they probably imagine a time when they felt lonely and share the story of what it felt like. We’ve all certainly had those moments of feeling depressed by being alone. But what...
by Family Private Care | Jun 27, 2012 | Caregiving, Respite Care
If you ask most people to describe their idea of what in-home private care is, they will respond that it is to help the elderly and their caregivers. Of course, that is the majority of clients who are served but did you know that people of all ages with disabilities,...
by Family Private Care | Jun 20, 2012 | Caregiving, Home Health Care
Imagine this: George, an elderly man suffers from debilitating arthritis and heart disease. He needs the care of a hospital but is currently in his own bed at home. Surrounding him are medicines, care products, his wife and at least once a day, his Doctor and a...
by Family Private Care | Jun 13, 2012 | Caregiving
As the country ages, many of us will see family members struggle with memory, mobility or other age associated challenges. At some point, it will be the first time we’ve had to assist a family member with basic needs at home, complicated doctors’ assessments, sticky...
by Family Private Care | Jun 7, 2012 | Caregiving, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
As we age and our loved ones enter their golden years, it becomes more likely that they will spend some overnights in a hospital or other health facility. Acknowledging that possibility, although difficult, can help you and your family prepare for such an occurrence....