by Family Private Care | Jan 11, 2013 | Healthy Living
As the new year begins, many of us are running on empty from caring for elderly and aging or disabled family members over the holidays. It was most likely a challenging but rewarding time with family and friends. Now, however, is a moment to adjust your sails for...
by Family Private Care | Dec 4, 2012 | Caregiving
A companion is someone who “goes along with” someone else. If we’re lucky we have many companions in our life journey: family, friends, teachers, neighbors and co-workers. Sometimes for the elderly and aging, the number of people near and dear can dwindle,...
by Family Private Care | Nov 20, 2012 | Healthy Living
For the elderly and aging, one of the scariest issues with aging is a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s. It is emotionally charged, filled with uncertainty, and comes with an understanding that daily activities will become challenging and may at some point require...
by Family Private Care | Oct 16, 2012 | Home Health Care
Durable medical equipment, according to American Association of Retired People, AARP, is equipment primarily serving a medical purpose, is able to withstand repeated use, and is appropriate for use in the home. Some of the most common equipment on the list are...
by Family Private Care | Sep 19, 2012 | Caregiving
Having a stroke is a very serious and all too common condition. Molly Shomer, a contributor for an online resource for senior at home care, Elder Home Care Team, shares that “Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States after heart attack and...