Falls are the leading cause of injuries and hospitalizations in people over sixty-five. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 4 older Americans suffer a fall every year. Falls among the elderly that result in a head injury or a broken bone account for 1 in 5 falls. And, between 2007 and…
Caring Healthcare is following the progression of the Coronavirus closely in order to stay informed and provide the most up to date and accurate information possible to our clients and employees. The impact of the Coronavirus is changing and evolving at a fast pace. We will do our best to adapt and communicate with all…
Many studies have shown that going outdoors and soaking up some sun is beneficial to a person’s health. Seniors who have been housebound during the cold months of winter will find their winter blues will go away, and their cognitive functions improve with exposure to the fresh spring air. With blooming daffodils and tulips upon…
Do you have a senior at home who can’t get out much, especially in winter temperatures? It can be very peaceful and calming to sit near the window with a cup of hot cocoa. However, seniors may experience an increase in cabin fever when they are stuck indoors because of the combination of the weather…
In today’s busy world, it’s common to feel that there are never enough hours in the day. However, if you are caring for a homebound loved one, there seem to be even fewer hours available to you. The weeks and months pass by, and you occasionally stop and ponder how they could have slipped away…
Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s. And, unfortunately, available treatments only temporarily improve Alzheimer’s symptoms. Current regimens work by enhancing the performance of chemicals in the brain that transport information between brain cells. However, the underlying decline and death of brain cells continues, and so does the progression of Alzheimer’s. Are Other Alzheimer’s Treatments…
If you’re busy juggling a job, family, and caregiving, you need all the help and support you can get. So, here’s a list of eight books that function as caregiver resources and offer practical advice on all aspects of being a caregiver. Whether you need some emotional support or you want to know how to…
2020 has finally arrived. January 1 not only brought New Year’s resolutions, but it also arrived with modifications to Medicare coverage. These changes are summarized very briefly below. For more in-depth information, please click on this link. Changes to Medicare Part B (Medical Services and Supplies) In 2019, the premium for Medicare Part B stood…
If you have an elderly relative with dementia, you are fully aware that your loved one has bad days and better days. However, you may not know that symptoms of dementia can be affected by the time of day. This phenomenon is called sundown syndrome, and sundowning signs are relatively common among those who have…
The holiday season is a magical time. It brings together family and friends from all over the country and even the wider world. People look forward to gathering together to eat delicious meals, share memories of good times, and exchange gifts. The holidays are a busy time – gifts have to be chosen and wrapped,…
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