by Family Private Care | Jun 24, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Home Health Care, Respite Care
Are you going on vacation this summer? Or perhaps you want to spend time with the kids before they grow up and prefer to be with their friends all of the time. It’s also possible that you need to get away and spend some time with your significant other or friends....
by Family Private Care | Jun 15, 2016 | Caregiving, Cold & Flu, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
On average, people over the age of 65 take up to 18 medications a year. While medications can be helpful, they can also have negative side effects and dangerous drug interactions. There is also the risk of being overprescribed medications. With the potential risks...
by Family Private Care | Jun 2, 2016 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Have you heard of MnemeTherapy yet? It’s a cutting-edge, whole-brain therapy that is designed for individuals with brain disorders. Since 2000, it has been used to much success for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and more. With the success that is...
by Family Private Care | May 26, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
According to an AARP survey of U.S. seniors, 90 percent said that they wanted to continue living in their homes as they aged. It’s understandable why seniors prefer to age in place. Their homes offer stability, familiarity and independence. Seniors don’t have to worry...
by Family Private Care | May 12, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Have you noticed that many seniors shuffle their feet when they walk? Perhaps your parent has started shuffling and you realize that your requests to pick up their feet and walk aren’t working. Don’t get frustrated, though. Your parent likely isn’t doing this to spite...
by Family Private Care | May 5, 2016 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
When the cold weather lifts and the first signs of spring appear, it’s only natural to want to spend more time outdoors. But what are some of the springtime activities that you can enjoy with your elderly loved one? Is it worth getting them outdoors, even with their...