by Family Private Care | Sep 30, 2014 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Health screenings are important for everyone, especially for seniors who may have chronic health problems that need to be monitored. The purpose of health screenings is to detect certain health conditions, such as high blood pressure, as well as potential health...
by Family Private Care | Sep 10, 2014 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
It’s never easy to start a conversation with our loved ones about how we plan to handle end-of-life issues. As difficult as these discussions may be, they are far more appropriate and effective when done early. Too many families wait until it’s too late to have these...
by Family Private Care | Aug 27, 2014 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Companion care is a service offered through most home care agencies. It’s a wonderful, rewarding service, but many people are still unsure of what it entails and how it can benefit their loved one. Let’s discuss what senior companion care really is so that you can...
by Family Private Care | Aug 21, 2014 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Uncategorized
Gait and balance disorders are common in older adults and a major cause of slips and falls. Typically, changes in gait are related to an underlying medical condition such as arthritis. However, walking abnormalities can also stem from diseases that affect the brain,...
by Family Private Care | Aug 7, 2014 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Home Health Care
It’s only natural to be unsure about things you don’t have all the facts on. For instance, you may be exhausted caring for your parent, but you worry about what the alternative is. Will someone else take care of your loved one in the best way possible? How flexible is...
