by Family Private Care | Dec 23, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care
The holidays are stressful enough on their own, so having a senior loved one to care for only complicates things. Can Mom stay by herself when you do the holiday shopping? Is it safe to have the oven going while Dad’s in the kitchen? Finding time to plan, host and...
by Family Private Care | Dec 15, 2016 | Caregiving
Getting through an average day as a caregiver (and spouse, parent, friend, employee, neighbor) is stressful. When the holidays roll around, the stress builds even further. Plus, this time of the year is when people tend to cram more into their days, eat unhealthy...
by Family Private Care | Aug 25, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Home Health Care
Whether you’re being discharged from the hospital, or you could use a helping hand with things around the home, 24/7 hour care can be the perfect solution for everyone involved. The benefit to you is that you don’t have to rely on your neighbors or family to help with...
by Family Private Care | Aug 8, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
With options in senior living expanding, many families are realizing that it makes sense to move their loved one into assisted living. However, assisted living isn’t always practical right from the start. Many families need time to get their ducks in a row,...
by Family Private Care | Jul 28, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Many people think that the only way to receive skilled nursing care is by residing in a nursing home. However, you can receive skilled nursing care right in the comfort of your own home. All you have to do is find a Senior Home Care agency that provides skilled...
by Family Private Care | Jul 6, 2016 | Alzheimers, Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Having a long life these days can feel like a double-edged sword. While living long is what most people hope for, the risk of Alzheimer’s goes up significantly with age. For a person who is 85 years old or older, the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s reaches one in...