Favorite Holiday Desserts
The holidays are known for cheerful décor and spending time with loved ones, but they are also a time to share family traditions, especially when it comes to food. Traditional recipes are unique to each family and are passed down from generation to generation. The...
Safe Holiday Travels
The holidays are here, which means many families will be scheduling upcoming travel plans. Families everywhere travel during the holiday season to spend time with loved ones. As enjoyable as these times are, travel can be hard on all of us, especially the elderly....
Alleviating the Stress of Gifts
The holidays can be a wonderful time of year, yet they can also be stressful. The holiday season brings joy and quality time with loved ones, but with that comes the expectation of gift-giving. For many, purchasing gifts for family and friends can be stressful, but it...
Flu Season is Here
Flu season appears out of nowhere each year. Being prepared for flu season is always a good idea, especially for people at a higher risk for more serious infections, such as seniors and those with underlying health issues. At FootPrints Home Care, we take the health...
Common Viruses Linked to Alzheimer’s
Much is unknown about the origin of Alzheimer’s disease, but a recent study from Tufts University researchers has found that two common viruses may interact and cause Alzheimer’s. The virus that causes chickenpox and shingles (known as varicella-zoster virus) may...
Health Baselines
As you age, it’s important to keep track of certain things related to your health to ensure you live a long, happy, healthy life and can live independently at home for many years. You can establish health baselines with your doctor as you approach retirement; that...
