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...
by Family Private Care | Apr 22, 2016 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Safety Tips
When the first sign of spring makes its appearance, one of the first things that people do is open their windows. The fresh air is rejuvenating, and it motivates people to clean out their homes and prepare for a beautiful spring and busy summer. What many people don’t...
by Family Private Care | Apr 15, 2016 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Has someone suggested Palliative Home Care for your loved one? You may be wondering what this means. In this post, we will discuss what Palliative Home Care is, how it differs from hospice and what benefits you can expect to see. What is Palliative Home Care?...
by Family Private Care | Apr 7, 2016 | Alzheimers, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Finding activities for your loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s can prove challenging. Your parent may not be able to do the things they once did, but you want to keep them active as possible. At the same time, you don’t want to choose activities that will...
by Family Private Care | Mar 30, 2016 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Arthritis pain is no joke! While there is no direct cure for arthritis, there are things you can do to decrease inflammation, strengthen the bones and boost the immune system. It all starts in your refrigerator. Eating the right foods can reduce arthritic pain and...
by Family Private Care | Mar 24, 2016 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Wandering is a common symptom in people with cognitive problems. It can occur in people with autism, Down syndrome or dementia. Just because wandering is common doesn’t mean it’s easy to deal with, however. As a caregiver, wandering is probably one of the things...