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…
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…
This month, Assisting Hands is proud to celebrate National Senior Citizens Day, occurring every year on August 21. Initiated by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, this day was set apart to acknowledge senior citizen’s life-long hard work and influence on society. To show appreciation for this National Senior Citizens Day, Assisting Hands Home Care Palm Beach suggests the resources below…
During August’s National Immunization Awareness Month, experts remind Americans that vaccines save lives and protect health. Seniors in particular are at higher risk of side effects and even death from a number of the preventable diseases targeted by vaccines. Unvaccinated seniors might transmit dangerous illnesses on to children and others. Yet only a small percentage of seniors have received all…
With more seniors in the population than ever before, the industry of medical assistance and home healthcare has risen to the occasion to ensure seniors can enjoy living independently. In-home care professionals have created an entirely new way for senior citizens to continue to live independently while maintaining the help that they need in order to live life with dignity….
