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Balance Issues in the Elderly

Home Care, Senior Health, Senior Home Care, Senior Safety

There are a number of issues that can cause balance issues in the elderly which can increase the risk of a serious fall. As people age, they often become more frail but what are the signs to watch for that may indicate a balance problem? To maintain proper balance,...

Jobs in Home Care

Caregivers, Company News, Senior Home Care

Many people feel a strong need to provide care and support for others, from first responders to medical professionals. Caregivers at senior home care agencies also share that desire. If you enjoy providing comfort and care to others, employment with a job in home care...

Loneliness in the Elderly

Senior Health, Senior Home Care, Senior Safety

For senior adults, loneliness and social isolation are not just feelings, they can be cause for concern, even corresponding to health risks for dementia and other medical conditions. Nearly a quarter of adults who are 65 and older are considered to be socially...

Adapting to Autumn

Senior Home Care, Senior Safety

As the season begins to change from summer to fall, there are a few things we’d like to point out that affect seniors and their comfort and safety at home. First is the change in the amount of daylight. It happens gradually, with just a few minutes less each day...

When Is It Time?

Senior Health, Senior Home Care, Senior Safety

If you’re an adult child, or perhaps the spouse, watching the aging of your loved one, you worry about their safety as they grow more frail from aging or illness. The question you may think about is, when is it time to have a home care company provide senior care...