by Family Private Care | Aug 24, 2017 | Alzheimers
The thought of developing Alzheimer’s disease is frightening, especially if you have a close family member with the condition. Researchers are looking for faster detection, better treatment and perhaps even a cure. Unfortunately, at the moment, there’s not much that...
by Family Private Care | Aug 17, 2017 | Alzheimers
If your parent or grandparent has developed Alzheimer’s, you may be concerned that the condition will be passed down to you, your siblings or your own children. This is a natural thing to worry about, as the progression of Alzheimer’s disease is frightening. Each time...
by Family Private Care | Sep 22, 2016 | Alzheimers, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
It’s a common misconception that Alzheimer’s disease is inevitable with age. This is one misbelief that is easy to understand, however. With so many older people experiencing memory loss, Alzheimer’s can seem to be the norm. The most recent statistics from the...
by Family Private Care | Jul 28, 2016 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Many people think that the only way to receive skilled nursing care is by residing in a nursing home. However, you can receive skilled nursing care right in the comfort of your own home. All you have to do is find a Senior Home Care agency that provides skilled...
by Family Private Care | Jul 15, 2016 | Alzheimers, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Therapy dogs have been used for many years to help people with disabilities. Now they are becoming more popular for treating individuals with dementia and other cognitive disorders. Animals make the perfect companions because they are non-judgemental and have...