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Understanding ADLs and IADLs: A Guide for Seniors As you navigate your senior care journey, you’ll like hear medical professionals, social workers and other senior care professionals refer to Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) “ADLs are and IADLs refer to the skills necessary for people to live [...]
Supporting Seniors: Effective Aging in Place Challenges Faced by Seniors Aging in Place Do your older loved ones have everything they need to remain in their home as they age? According to a new study, the answer is probably no. The study, conducted by Gallup and West Health, showed 60% of Americans agree that [...]
Healthy Aging: Importance of Staying Hydrated Understanding Hydration and Its Importance for Seniors Water is more than a refreshing thirst-quencher - especially for seniors. As the temperature rises, so does the risk of dehydration, which affects the body’s ability to function normally. Older people are at higher risk of dehydration, because older bodies have [...]
Navigating End-of-Life Care: Home Care and Hospice Together Understanding the Importance of End-of-Life Care If you’re familiar with hospice, you know that providers are God-sends during an emotional and stressful time - providing pain management as well as compassionate support and comfort to patients and their families. “Navigating end-of-life situations is never easy, but [...]
Understanding Aging Parents' Care Options Today The Importance of Understanding Senior Care Options Your mom has lived independently in your family home for nearly 50 years, but it’s getting harder for her to take care of the house and herself. What are your options? “If you’re in this situation, you’re not alone. Most seniors [...]
5 Benefits of Home Care Transportation Services for Seniors Recognizing the Warning Signs: When Seniors Should Stop Driving Do your aging loved ones drive much slower than the speed limit? Does they get lost when driving familiar routes? Have you noticed unexplained dents or scratches on her car? If you answered yes to any [...]
Alzheimer’s Disease: What the Numbers Reveal Alzheimer's Disease: What to Know Did you know that brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease can begin to occur 10. 15 or even 20 years before symptoms like memory loss become noticeable? “Most people know that Alzheimer’s is a cruel disease, but there’s a lot about the disease [...]
Home Care for Veterans: What You Need to Know The Importance of Home Care for Veterans Our Veterans courageously served our nation and, as they age, it’s our honor to serve them - helping them live safely and independently in their homes for as long as possible. “At HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN), we’re committed [...]
Essential Tips for Traveling with Seniors: A Guide for Family Road Trips Key Considerations for a Smooth Journey with Seniors Are your senior loved ones traveling with you on this summer’s family vacation? “Lots of great memories are made on summer road trips, so it’s wonderful when grandma and grandpa are able to travel [...]
Arthritis Management: How to Support Seniors with Everyday Tasks Understanding Arthritis Management in Seniors Arthritis is beginning to take a toll on your mom - it’s difficult for her to get out of her chair, she has trouble buttoning her blouse and she can no longer open tightly closed jars. “We work with many [...]
