by Family Private Care | Jan 4, 2018 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Feeling down? It’s possible that what you’re eating is causing you to feel fatigued and unmotivated. Fortunately, eating the right foods can automatically boost your mental and emotional health. There’s a reason why they say, “You are what you eat!” With winter in...
by Family Private Care | Dec 21, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
If you’re a baby boomer, you might be thinking about downsizing your current home. Whether you plan on moving into an apartment, a smaller home or an assisted living facility, you will likely have less space to work with. Not to mention, it’s not practical to move...
by Family Private Care | Dec 14, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Some studies show a link between the cold weather and arthritis pain. It’s possible that changes in barometric pressure worsen knee pain, while the colder temperatures can cause the joint fluid to change in thickness. Whatever the scientific reasons are behind joint...
by Family Private Care | Dec 7, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Medications serve a purpose. They reduce serious symptoms and prevent hospitalizations. They speed up recovery times. They can even save lives. As wonderful as it is to have access to medication to treat acute illnesses and chronic conditions, some people rely on them...
by Family Private Care | Nov 30, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
November is National Family Caregivers Month! This year’s theme is Caregiving Around the Clock. It’s estimated that over 40 million family caregivers provide $470 billion of unpaid care to their loved ones each year. For many individuals, their role as a caregiver...
by Family Private Care | Nov 2, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Being active never goes out of style. But, as we age, it becomes more difficult to bend and stretch, let alone have the energy to go out for a run or lift weights. Fortunately, there’s no need to push yourself outside of what’s safe and acceptable just to reap the...
