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Spring is in full bloom in Forth Worth, TX, as the month of May always promises. But May is great for not just better weather and spring flowers… Mother’s Day is right around the corner, too! Do you have a mom in senior care? If so, you may be wondering what to get her. Lucky for you, we did some creative thinking and came up with a great list of…
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It’s never too late to quit smoking. Even seniors can obtain health benefits from smoking cessation. Here are six reasons your senior loved one needs to quit smoking to enjoy better health. 1. Reduce the Risk for Heart Attack Smoking is one of the most significant risk factors for cardiovascular disease and heart attack. Soon after your loved one quits smoking, his or her risk for having a heart attack…
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Spring is the season of rebirth, and with that comes new sites to see! It will be fun to take your senior outdoors this season and enjoy all that nature has to offer. We help make this easier for you to do with our great home care plans. Check out our 4 favorite tips that will help you make the most of enjoying outdoor time with your senior this Spring!…
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Seniors who are underweight may be at risk for weakness, infections, and fatigue. If your aging loved one is unable to gain weight, you need to find out why so you can intervene. Here are some ways you can help your loved one gain weight. Encourage Exercise Many older adults don’t get enough exercise because of sedentary lifestyles. When the activity level is low, fewer calories will be burned, which…
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If you have ever thought about the word “caregiver,” it’s safe to assume that you probably don’t associate it with the Millennial generation. But you may find it surprising that Millennials are stepping into roles as “primary” caregivers and are a fast-growing group! Their parents, as a result, are becoming the “secondary” caregivers. As primary caregivers, Millennials are taking on the duties that come with providing their grandparents with the…
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Depression is a common issue, particularly among seniors and the elderly. Senior depression often will even go unnoticed for long periods of time, due to a reluctance of discussing feelings of sadness and assuming that sadness comes with aging. There are several common causes and symptoms of senior depression, all of which can affect your loved one’s life and quality of their senior care. Familiarizing yourself with these can help…
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Making the decision on whether or not your loved one needs in-home senior care can be a daunting task. However, it can be helpful to know just exactly what in-home senior care is, and how it works. This is a service that allows your senior to stay in the comfort of their own home to age for as long as possible, instead of being placed in a facility. These services…
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Home care technology is changing quickly with innovations for people of all ages. There is increased safety and security for older people who live alone and have concerns of falling, and now a loved one or caregiver can be alerted to check in on Grandpa if he doesn’t get out of bed by a specific time. Sensors have been used routinely for home security, but now they’re so sensitive that…
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When an aging loved one relies on you for help with his or her wellness decisions, it can be a huge responsibility. Since there are numerous solutions and resources available today, you may have the burden of sifting through a great deal of information so you can choose what is best for your loved one who depends on you. With independent, assisted and skilled care complexes available in each community,…
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The population continues to age, with more older adults than ever before. Agencies within our health care system are looking for affordable senior health care programs that are effective, as well as considerate of elderly needs. Pioneering the way for years, our Veterans Administration (VA) has continually responded with inventive high-quality programs that cut health care costs. Surely, you’ve read about its bureaucratic problems at times, but the VA has…
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