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10 Tips for Communicating with a Loved One with Dementia

by Family Private Care | Sep 3, 2013 | Caregiving, Healthy Living

The first symptom of dementia is short term memory loss. As the symptoms progress, they become more severe and interfere with social and intellectual abilities. For your loved one, frustration and isolation can set in, which is why its important to remain calm and...

A Closer Look at Dementia

by Family Private Care | Aug 28, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care

Dementia is a frightening condition that can rob a person of their cognitive abilities. At first, short term memory loss is experienced, but over time, the symptoms progress and interfere with a normal quality of life. Memory loss, difficulty communicating and...

7 Tips for Hiring In-Home Help

by Family Private Care | Aug 21, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care

Making the decision to hire in-home help for your loved one is a big step, but you’re not done yet. You must also take the time to hire the right type of help that will give your family member the best chance at staying in their home. We’ve all heard the horror...

How Do I Know that Home Care is Right for My Loved One?

by Family Private Care | Aug 14, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care

Moving to an assisted living or long-term care facility is right for some families, but for others, they choose to keep their loved one in the home for as long as possible. When making the decision for your loved one, how do you know if home care is the best fit? Even...

How to Safely Manage Senior Medications

by Family Private Care | Aug 9, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care, News, Respite Care

Medications are necessary when treating certain illnesses, but they also require careful maintenance and dosing. According the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 34 percent of seniors are prescribed medications by more than one doctor, and 72 percent reach...

5 Reasons to Choose Home Care

by Family Private Care | Jul 30, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care

Home care is a wonderful option for patients and their families who require a helping hand with everyday tasks or more involved duties like medication or toileting. This patient-centered care provides independence, comfort and safety to seniors when they need it the...

Mesothelioma: Heather’s Story

by Family Private Care | Jul 18, 2013 | Caregiving, Healthy Living, Long Term Care Insurance, News, Respite Care

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops from cells located in the mesothelium, which is a protective lining that covers many of the organs inside our bodies. While mesothelioma is most commonly caused from exposure to asbestos, not all people exposed to...

Can In-Home Family Care Really be Affordable? Yes!

by Family Private Care | Jun 28, 2013 | Caregiving, Healthy Living, Home Health Care, Respite Care

Private home care has received a lot more attention over the years as more seniors are requiring care yet still want to maintain their independence. This leaves families asking whether or not private home care is affordable. The general opinion is that private care is...

POLST- Physician Order for Life Sustaining Treatment

by Family Private Care | Jun 14, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care, Respite Care

What is a POLST? A POLST is a document, signed by a physician, which states your wishes regarding to life sustaining medical treatment. Since it is signed by a physician, it becomes a “doctor’s order” which will be honored by emergency responders (EMT’s). In essence,...