10 Essential Tips for Long-Distance Caregiving: Supporting Aging Loved Ones from Afar
Your aging mom lives by herself. She doesn’t drive anymore, so she’s lost touch with her friends and given up her hobbies. You visit as often as you can but, because she lives in Missouri and you live in Nebraska, you worry it’s not often enough. “At HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN), we understand how difficult […]
What are 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 independently,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations director at […]
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 less ability to hold on to water […]
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 it alone, said Sierra […]
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 homes as […]
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 time to have the driving […]
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 family,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations director […]
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 we understand how the condition […]
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 HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “There is […]
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 and operations director of the HomeCare […]