It’s no surprise that Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report high levels of stress. It can be an overwhelming job. This article from the Alzheimer’s Association give us the 10 symptoms of caregiver stress and tips to avoid burnout. Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or…
One of the most important things a home care company can do is make great client-caregiver matches. Taking care of a person who rarely leaves home can be challenging, but our caregivers make it interesting by being good listeners. Read about Hawah, one of the caregivers we work with.
Lung cancer is often diagnosed too late to be treated effectively. So, how do you know if you or a loved one should be screened? This Time Magazine article provides a lot of information and a quiz to determine your risks for lung cancer. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women, partly because the…
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Here’s a comprehensive look at diabetes from the National Institute on Aging. The article explains the disease, the various types of diabetes, the symptoms and how to manage it. Take a few minutes to read this article. Diabetes is a serious disease. People get diabetes when their blood glucose level, sometimes called blood sugar,…
Aging teeth and gums can lead to big dental costs and Medicare may not cover them all. Here are some cost-cutting strategies to help seniors maintain their oral health. When Jo Calk, 70, of Lincoln City, Ore., broke a tooth last year, she never considered seeing a dentist. Instead, she took matters into her own hands. “The sharp points of…
Steve Lorberbaum, the owner of Assisting Hands Home Care serving Potomac, was recognized as the owner of the year during the association network meeting in Washington, D.C. Lorberbaum opened Assisting Hands in September 2014 upon realizing the demand for caregiving services after managing the care of his parents. Licensed as a Residential Service Agency by the Maryland Department of Health…
According to the New York Times, Nursing home patients may be frail or have other diseases, leading some doctors to advise hormone therapy rather than breast cancer surgery. Annie Krause moved into a nursing home in Detroit in 2015, when she was 98 years old. She had grown frail. Arthritis, recurrent infections and hypertension had made it difficult for her…
Each month, Assisting Hands Home Care of Montgomery County publishes information on various aspects of aging seniors. There is information on heart health, sleep awareness, protecting seniors, staying sharp, tips for healthy aging and much more. You can find this information on our Useful Links page. Bookmark this page and visit us monthly for more information. Featured This Month This…
Did you know that many medications can increase the likelihood of cavities, particularly in older adults? It’s not a side-effect that many think about, but it’s important to notify the dentist about all medications a senior is taking. Learn more in this article by the American Dental Association. The Link Between Medications and Cavities You may wonder why you’re suddenly…
The American Cancer Society has pinpointed recommendations for people by age. These are guidelines that can help lower your cancer risks. The choices you make about diet, exercise, and other habits can affect your overall health as well as your risk for developing cancer and other serious diseases. It’s also important to follow recommendations for cancer screening tests. Screening tests…
