by Family Private Care | Feb 22, 2018 | Alzheimers, Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Modern medicine has allowed us to treat many serious conditions such as polio, mumps and measles. It can also alleviate the symptoms associated with common colds and viruses, and in some cases, save lives. Unfortunately, there are some things that modern medicine...
by Family Private Care | Feb 15, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
According to the CDC and the National Institute of Mental Health, 20 percent of adults age 55 and older have experienced a mental health condition. Sadly, many of these people do not get the help they need. Psychiatric symptoms in older adults are often overlooked...
by Family Private Care | Feb 8, 2018 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Respite Care
With 2018 here, what New Year’s resolutions do you have for yourself? Many resolutions focus on physical health or career changes, but it’s important to give attention to your mental and emotional health as well. As a caregiver, what do you plan on doing that...
by Family Private Care | Jan 30, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
One of the most important parts of caring for your loved one is managing their health information. What medications are they taking? When are their upcoming doctors appointments? What medical bills have been paid? The smallest details can make a big difference, such...
by Family Private Care | Jan 25, 2018 | Caregiving, Healthy Living
There’s nothing wrong with adding a dash of salt to flavor your dishes, but you don’t want to overdo it. This is especially true if you or a loved one has been recently put on a low-sodium diet. What gets complicated is that so many foods contain salt, so it can add...
by Family Private Care | Jan 18, 2018 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Some older adults cannot be left home alone. But, they may want to remain in their homes and maintain their independence for as long as possible. If you are concerned about leaving your loved one at home, a live-in caregiver may offer the assistance you’re looking...