by Family Private Care | Feb 15, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
According to the CDC and the National Institute of Mental Health, 20 percent of adults age 55 and older have experienced a mental health condition. Sadly, many of these people do not get the help they need. Psychiatric symptoms in older adults are often overlooked...
by Family Private Care | Jan 30, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
One of the most important parts of caring for your loved one is managing their health information. What medications are they taking? When are their upcoming doctors appointments? What medical bills have been paid? The smallest details can make a big difference, such...
by Family Private Care | Jan 25, 2018 | Caregiving, Healthy Living
There’s nothing wrong with adding a dash of salt to flavor your dishes, but you don’t want to overdo it. This is especially true if you or a loved one has been recently put on a low-sodium diet. What gets complicated is that so many foods contain salt, so it can add...
by Family Private Care | Jan 18, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Some older adults cannot be left home alone. But, they may want to remain in their homes and maintain their independence for as long as possible. If you are concerned about leaving your loved one at home, a live-in caregiver may offer the assistance you’re looking...
by Family Private Care | Jan 11, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Medicare is used by millions of Americans to help pay for doctor visits, hospitalizations and prescription drugs. Unfortunately, Medicare doesn’t cover everything. To avoid being blindsided by unforeseen medical expenses, it’s important to review your Medicare policy...
by Family Private Care | Dec 28, 2017 | Caregiving
The holidays are a time to celebrate our many blessings, but this doesn’t erase the stress and anxiety that you may be feeling. During the holidays, people tend to put pressure on themselves and hold their expectations high. This is what leads to added stress....
