December 16, 2022
What is Alzheimer’s Care | According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly 5.5 million seniors in the United States suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. It is estimated that, unless a medical discovery comes to light soon, an American senior will develop Alzheimer’s every 33 seconds over the next several decades. The Benefits of Alzheimer’s Care In the […]
What is Dementia Care? | When most people think about dementia, they likely think about Alzheimer’s disease. This is not surprising since three-quarters or more of dementia cases are Alzheimer’s-related. Alzheimer’s disease is not the only type of dementia, however. In its simplest terms, dementia refers to a progressive cognitive impairment, and one-quarter of people […]
The Benefits of Respite Care | Many family members care for senior loved ones who cannot maintain their independence and freedom without support. A recent study found that nearly a third of seniors over the age of 65 receive at least 20 hours of care a week, and a quarter of those receiving care required […]
Senior Homecare & Kidney Disease | According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, kidney disease affects over 20 million Americans and many more are at risk for developing it. A great number of those with kidney disease are seniors. The main risk factors for kidney disease are diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular […]
In Home Care and Managing Diabetes | Having diabetes is not easy, and being a senior with diabetes can be even more difficult. If your senior loved one is facing the challenge of diabetes, know that you and they are not alone. There are close to 26 million Americans with diabetes, and there are more […]
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