by Family Private Care | May 9, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care
Do you need someone to drive your loved one to doctor’s appointments and errands? When your parent can no longer drive themselves around, you have the option to hire a caregiver. Some caregivers drive their own vehicles, and others will use your loved one’s vehicle....
by Family Private Care | May 4, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
With dementia statistics at all-time highs, it’s no surprise that Boomers and even Gen Xers are paying closer attention to their health. Specifically, what can they do to boost brain health and lower the risk for dementia or Alzheimer’s? A recent study provides us...
by Family Private Care | Apr 27, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
When hiring a caregiver for your senior loved one, you may be surprised by how many options are available. Not only are there caregivers who spend time with older adults to prevent isolation, but also there are nurses that offer various levels of care. You might be...
by Family Private Care | Apr 13, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
It’s important to understand the differences between Palliative Home Care and Hospice Home Care. This way, you know what to expect if these types of care is offered to your loved one. Though it may be upsetting to entertain long-term care options, these services can...
by Family Private Care | Apr 6, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care
Keeping a senior loved one in the comfort of their home for as long as possible is a route that many families choose to take. Many benefits come with this type of living, such as increased independence and a slower progression of certain illnesses. However, many...
by Family Private Care | Mar 23, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Being diagnosed with a chronic illness is difficult for the person and their friends and family. Your first reaction may be to help them, though you may not know how to do this. Not to mention, many of the initial ways to help – bringing over meals, setting up...
