Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging. If you or a loved one has been recently diagnosed with dementia, it’s important to know what to expect as the condition progresses. If you are caring for a loved one in or around Columbia, SC, let Caring Healthcare help with your care needs. We offer a…
Aging is part of life- it can’t be avoided. However, many adult children find it challenging to watch their parents get older. This is especially true if the parents are showing signs of physical and/or mental decline. In many cases, you may want to allow your parent to maintain their independence for as long as…
If you are in a position where you are caring for a loved one that has been diagnosed with a health issue like Alzheimer’s, you know that it can be challenging. Every day seems like an uphill battle due to changes in personality, memory loss, and a plethora of other behavioral challenges. In many cases, these…
If you are 65 or older and have basic Medicare, you may need to pay additional premiums to obtain the level of coverage that you need. If you are married and both you and your spouse are paying these premiums, they can get expensive. However, the good news is that you may be able to get…
Research shows that 65 million people aged 65 and older as well as younger people with disabilities are covered by Medicare. This is a federal health insurance program that helps pay for care services including hospital and medical provider visits, in-home care, prescriptions, and more. In this article, we’ll explain some of the recent trends in…
While health concerns increase with age, so does the risk of other threats to senior safety. According to financial experts, approximately 70% of the nation’s wealth is controlled by the 50+ population. Therefore, fraudsters are implementing new techniques to take advantage of these individuals. This financial exploitation is known as elder financial abuse. Unfortunately, this is…
According to research, humans have a fundamental need for human connection, inclusion in groups, and close friendships. In fact, some research indicates that human connection is a lot like food- essential for survival. We are not wired for isolation even as we age. Such isolation can result in senior loneliness. When our social needs are…
According to the CDC, Americans today are living longer than ever before. In fact, many people are living an average of 19.3 years beyond the age of 65. Unfortunately, many of these people are also battling chronic conditions to remain healthy. You can avoid some of these health concerns by staying physically active, losing weight,…
The Americans with Disabilities Act, called ADA for short, was signed into law in 1990 and states that individuals with disabilities must have equal access to public areas. According to experts, apartments and other rental properties fall into this category. Unfortunately, properties are not required to follow the standards when it comes to making dwelling units…
Two of the most common causes of rib fractures and emergency room visits are blunt chest trauma from falls or collisions. While most patients who have rib fractures are discharged with pain medications and a spirometer, some patients have a higher mortality risk than others. If you or a loved one need extra assistance, consider…
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