by Family Private Care | Sep 28, 2017 | Alzheimers, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Alzheimer’s may be common but that doesn’t make it any less mysterious. Because there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, people are naturally concerned about what causes the disease and how they can prevent it. More and more research has been done on the potential causes of...
by Family Private Care | Sep 21, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Uncategorized
Many older adults prefer to live in their homes for as long as possible. While there are many benefits to aging in place, there are things to think about, too. For example, how safe is your parent’s home? What types of changes can you make to create an...
by Family Private Care | Sep 7, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care
In just a few short weeks, summer will officially be over. If you have young children, school schedules, sports practices and other extracurricular activities will kick you into gear. Even with this help, saying goodbye to the lazy days of summer can be difficult. How...
by Family Private Care | Aug 31, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
As you get older, aches and pains become a more normal part of everyday life. Though most mean nothing, there are some symptoms that can indicate an underlying health problem. Below, we’ve listed out four symptoms that you should never ignore. If you or your loved one...
by Family Private Care | Aug 2, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Are you looking to adopt a dog for your senior loved one? Maybe you are interested in adopting one for yourself! Pets offer many benefits to elderly people. They are wonderful companions that decrease loneliness, depression and isolation. But, animals are a lot of...
by Family Private Care | Jul 25, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care
Are you considering traveling with your senior loved one? It may feel overwhelming to add another person to your already-full trip, but including a parent or grandparent in your travels can be a wonderful idea. Always get permission from a doctor first, as you want to...