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Navigating End-of-Life Care: Home Care and Hospice Together
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 families don’t have to do [...]
Understanding Aging Parents’ Care Options Today
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 want to remain in their [...]
5 Benefits of Home Care Transportation Services for 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 of those questions, it’s probably [...]
Alzheimer’s Disease: What the Numbers Reveal
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 that people don’t understand,” said [...]
Home Care for Veterans: What You Need to Know
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 to providing exceptional home care [...]
Essential Tips for Traveling with Seniors: A Guide for Family Road Trips
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 with the rest of the [...]
Arthritis Management: How to Support Seniors with Everyday Tasks
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 seniors who have arthritis, so [...]
Exploring Jobs After Retirement: Finding Your Encore Career
Exploring Jobs After Retirement: Finding Your Encore Career You worked hard. You achieved your professional goals. You saved enough money to retire early and comfortably. You love traveling, playing golf and spending time with your family, but you’re also looking for more – maybe a meaningful encore career. Finding Fulfillment: Jobs After Retirement in Caregiving “Professional caregiving is a [...]
The Senior Driver Dilemma: How to Approach Conversations About Driving
The Senior Driver Dilemma: How to Approach Conversations About Driving Understanding the Senior Driver Dilemma It’s one of the hardest things older people have to do - give up their car keys. “Seniors equate driving with independence - that’s why it’s so hard for them to admit it’s time to stop,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations director at [...]
Understanding Who Pays for Home Care: Exploring Your Options
Understanding Who Pays for Home Care: Exploring Your Options Signs Your Loved One May Need Home Care Your mom has lived safely and independently in her home for almost 50 years, but you’re now seeing signs that she may need help - she’s not styling her hair, there’s spoiled food in the fridge and unpaid bills on the counter. [...]
Aging and Driving: Should Your Aging Loved Ones Be Driving?
Aging and Driving: Should Your Aging Loved Ones Be Driving? Understanding the Importance of Driving for Seniors It’s one of the hardest things older people have to do - give up their car keys. “It’s one of the most difficult discussions that families will have with senior loved ones, because they equate driving with independence.” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder [...]
Raising Awareness for Parkinson’s Disease: What You Need to Know
Raising Awareness for Parkinson's Disease: What You Need to Know Muhammed Ali. Alan Alda. Linda Ronstadt. Michael J. Fox. George H.W. Bush. Robin Williams. What do all of these people have in common? Parkinson’s disease. Understanding Parkinson's Disease Parkinson’s disease is a chronic brain disease that affects movement, balance and coordination. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, more than one [...]
When is Home Care Needed? Recognizing the Signs for Your Loved Ones
When is Home Care Needed? Recognizing the Signs for Your Loved Ones Understanding the Importance of Home Care She hasn't said anything, but you suspect your mom is struggling to take care of herself and her home. "Older people rarely ask for help. They're afraid of losing their independence, and they don't want to burden family members or friends," [...]
Can Exercise Reverse Frailty in Seniors? Science-Backed Ways to Build Strength
Can Exercise Reverse Frailty in Seniors? Science-Backed Ways to Build Strength Your mom is generally healthy but has started showing signs of frailty—losing weight, feeling weak, and sometimes struggling with balance. It's concerning, but the good news is that frailty isn’t inevitable. In fact, new research suggests that exercise and lifestyle changes can help seniors regain strength, reduce fall [...]
Balancing Work and Caregiving: Family Caregiver Support & Home Care Services
Balancing Work and Caregiving: Family Caregiver Support & Home Care Services Balancing Work and Caregiving: The Challenges Family Caregivers Face Balancing work and caregiving can be overwhelming. If you’ve ever had to reschedule a meeting to care for an aging parent or worry about your job security due to family caregiver responsibilities, you’re not alone. Many working professionals struggle [...]
What Is Home Care? A Complete Guide to Senior Support Services
What Is Home Care? A Complete Guide to Senior Support Services Why Home Care Matters for Seniors You, your brothers and sisters agree… If mom is going to continue to live in her home, she will need help with day-to-day activities. "If your loved one wants to remain at home but needs assistance with daily activities, you may be [...]
Enhancing Mealtime for Seniors: Tips for Companionship and Nutrition
Enhancing Mealtime for Seniors: Tips for Companionship and Nutrition When is the last time you enjoyed a meal with your aging loved ones? Understanding the Impact of Mealtime Companionship on Seniors Research shows that seniors who regularly dine with friends and family tend to eat more and make healthier choices. More importantly, most older adults say they feel happier [...]
Jump-Start Your Health Care Career: The Benefits of Professional Caregiving for Students
Why Choose a Career in Health Care? Are you thinking about a career in health care? Would you like to gain valuable experience while completing your education? If so, professional caregiving might be the job for you. The Flexibility of Professional Caregiving for Students “Caregiving is the perfect job for busy students - especially those who working toward a [...]
Support for Seniors: How Caregivers Help Manage Chronic Health Conditions
Support for Seniors: How Caregivers Help Manage Chronic Health Conditions Does your mom’s arthritis make it difficult for her to button a blouse or open a jar of mayonnaise? Is your dad struggling to read the labels on prescription bottles because of macular degeneration? Understanding Chronic Health Issues in Seniors “Nearly 85 percent of seniors live with at least [...]
Navigating Life After Driving: 5 Benefits of Transportation Services for Seniors
Navigating Life After Driving: 5 Benefits of Transportation Services for Seniors Understanding the Transition: Why Seniors Stop Driving Your dad recently stopped driving, and now he rarely leaves his house. You worry that the isolation will lead to loneliness and depression. Your mom has missed several doctors appointments, because no one was available to drive her. You want to [...]
American Heart Month: 10 Simple Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
American Heart Month: 10 Simple Ways to Boost Your Heart Health It’s American Heart Month - a time when the nation shines a spotlight on heart health. While important at any age, taking steps to keep your heart healthy is critical for older people. That’s because, physical changes that happen with age may increase the risk of heart disease. [...]
Aging in Place: The Different Types of In-Home Care
Aging in Place: The Different Types of In-Home Care Understanding the Desire to Age in Place Your mom is becoming more and more frail. You’ve suggested a move to a senior living community - a place that can meet her growing health needs - but she refuses to even think about it. What now? The Importance of In-Home Care [...]
10 Essential Tips to Prevent Falls in Seniors
10 Essential Tips to Prevent Falls in Seniors Expert Insights on Fall Prevention When it comes to falls in seniors, the odds are stacked against our aging loved ones. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every four seniors will fall this year - it’s the number one cause of injuries among people age [...]
Five Inspiring Reasons Why You Should Become a Caregiver
Five Reasons Why You Should Become a Caregiver Are you looking for a flexible schedule that will allow to be home with your children before and after school or take your aging loved ones to doctor’s appointments? Do you need a part-time job while finishing your education? Are you a retired professional looking for a meaningful way to give [...]
Combating Loneliness in Older Adults: Strategies for Connection and Well-Being
Combating Loneliness in Older Adults: Strategies for Connection and Well-Being. Your mom lives alone and no longer drives. She rarely leaves the house and has lost connections with friends and no longer participates in activities that she used to love. You worry about her spending too much time alone - and with good reason. Understanding the Impact of Loneliness [...]