Staying Engaged while Staying Home
The last few months have been difficult as we’ve all learned to live with the impact of the Covid-19 virus. For seniors and those with underlying health conditions, it’s been even more important to be cautious about possible exposure. However, it’s also vital for...
When Medications Change: What to Watch For
Older adults often take a number of medications. As we age, medications for high blood pressure, heart problems, or for illnesses such as cancer or diabetes may be needed. When any type of change in the medication pattern happens, whether it’s paused due to an...
What Makes the Best Place to Work?
New employees are frequently surprised at the emphasis we at FootPrints place upon developing the best place to work. Such a priority is foreign to the experience of many as jobs tend to be viewed as necessary evils. They’re what we have to do to support what we want...
Strengthening Activities for Seniors
Seniors are a population with perhaps the highest amount of spare time. But what’s the best way to use it? The answers to this question are infinite, though it’s a good idea to focus on activities that keep the mind and body engaged. Some that achieve this include:...
Caregiver Resources
Help is Available! In 2015, the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP conducted surveys and found that approximately 34.2 million Americans have provided unpaid care to an adult age 50 or older within the previous year. These surveys also found that of these...
Tips for Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
Being a caregiver to someone you love gives you an immense amount of satisfaction. However, it can also lead to stress and burnout. To help guard against this, Footprints Home Care offers these tips to help you prevent this common occurrence. MAINTAIN CONNECTIONS Be...
