Home Health Care Services, When is the Right Time? So… you have just visited your parents over the summer and realize that something is just not quite right? They are living in their own home and want to stay there,…
Water is essential for life and overall health and bodily function. Humans need a minimum of 6-8 cups of fluid (approximately 48 to 64 ounces) daily for maintenance. This amount needed each day is not a one size fits all.…
Everyone has experienced accidental slips, trips and falls and in most cases the result was some bumps, bruises and scrapes, however, for the frail and elderly population a slip, trip and fall can lead to a worse quality…
Summer Time…Summer Time….Fun, Fun, Summer Time! Summer Safety Tips Summer, the season of fun, water, sun and sand…Long sunny days and warm nights…..enjoy it all and stay safe this summer with these safety tips. Sun Protect your skin with…
Antibiotics are effective only against bacteria, not viruses; yet most often antibiotics are prescribed for illnesses that are caused by viruses such as colds, coughs, flu, bronchitis, sore throats, viral gastroenteritis, sinus infections, ear infections, etc. These viral illnesses generally…
We all know that exercise is good for us both physically and mentally throughout our lifetime, but do you know how exercise benefits the elderly? The list below may surprise you. Improves mood Increases energy Increases circulation Improves cognitive function…
Spring is a time of renewal, rebirth and growth. Trees are budding, flowers are blooming, plants and grasses are growing; which unfortunately means pollen is here…blowing everywhere! Spring is such a beautiful season which poses many challenges for people with…
Did you know that heart disease is the number 1 killer of women? Did you know that even though men and women both experience heart attacks…women experience the warning signs differently? Get Educated The American Heart Association “Go Red For…