Adult day care centers offer a dual solution. Open during daytime hours, adult day care programs help family caregivers who need a respite from caregiving responsibilities. Caregivers have peace of mind that their loved one is in good hands while they are involved with work, taking care of other responsibilities or just taking a break from caregiving while the senior…
Quick and strong as they once were, aging people may no longer be gifted with the physical health of their younger years. Frailty makes even the simplest of acts difficult. Add immobility to the mix, and seniors will be challenged in everyday activities—like getting into and out of bed. Such heartbreaking scenarios call for compassionate measures and home health care….
Watch Video | Maria and Aaron Walden are the owners of Mediterranean Assisted Living Facility in Lake Worth, Florida. Both are involved in the day to day operations of the 6 bed licensed community. Maria serving as its Administrator and Nurse. Both Maria and Aaron are former firefighter and paramedics for local fire departments. Their experience responding to 911 calls…
Seniors who are fully functional have the physical and cognitive abilities to independently manage the daily tasks necessary to live in a community. These tasks can be categorized as the activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). Six ADLs are vital for living without assistance. Eight IADLs, though not as critical to independent living as…
We found these ‘8 Rules for New Caregivers’ provided by AARP: 1. Start with a candid conversation. Talk with your parents about how you will be helping them to meet their needs. Unless they are severely incapacitated, they should continue to make their own decisions and remain a central part of all discussions about their care. Encourage them to articulate…
May this festival of lights bring blessings upon you and all your senior loved ones. We are so thankful for the abundant blessings in our community in Palm Beach County. Our warmest wishes to you for a Happy & Blessed Hanukkah.
Learn what are the warning signs that indicate that your elderly parent may need home care. You can watch the video below and also read the warning signs listed here. Warning Signs That Your Elderly Parents May Need Home Care
Is it becoming more difficult for Mom to get her hair and nails done? What about Dad? Does he have the energy to take proper care of his yard or take a walk as he used to do? These are signs that your elderly parents may need senior home care. Watch this video to learn the benefits of hiring Assisting Hands…
Check this recommended Immunization Schedule by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). You can be assured that the CDC content showing on this page is current. Whenever CDC makes a change, this page will automatically display the update. Adult Immunization Schedule Check also “Adult Contraindications and Precautions“
“Mom is due at the doctor at 10:30, and my boss just called a staff meeting.” When you’re providing care for an elderly loved one, it’s not uncommon to feel torn between work, your loved one’s needs, and your other responsibilities. According to the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a), nearly 66 million Americans provide care to a…
