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Richard Ueberfluss, owner of Assisting Hands Home Care of Naperville, IL, was recently interviewed for an article by Chicago Health: Caregiving

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AH Naperville Interview When friends and family members take it upon themselves to provide care for their loved ones in need, they sometimes sacrifice their own well-being.  Richard Ueberfluss, owner of Assisting Hands Home Care of Naperville, IL, was recently interviewed for an article by Chicago Health: Caregiving that discussed the importance of family caregivers finding respite time for themselves….

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Who Should Buy Long-Term Care Insurance?

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Planning for care later in life is essential. Long-term care insurance can help seniors who fall in the middle-range income levels to meet their care needs as they age. Elderly individuals who fall into any of the three following groups should strongly consider buying long-term care insurance. Long-term care is necessary for middle-class seniors. The wealthy are able to fund…

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How to Make the Holiday Season Safe and Fun for Your Senior Loved Ones

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The coronavirus crisis will force many people to modify their holiday plans. Adjustments are necessary to keep family members and the greater community safe from the virus. In fact, the CDC warns that even small gatherings contribute to the rise in Covid-19 infection rates. Certain environmental conditions that are prevalent during the holiday season put some people at greater risk…

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How to Help an Elderly Parent Who Can’t Walk

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When people reach old age, many find that everyday living is not as easy as it once was. Seniors may not have the health or mobility they had before, making it tough to do daily activities like cooking and cleaning. Some elderly individuals suffer from more severe mobility issues that limit or prevent them from walking. In either case, a…

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Preparing Your Senior Loved One for the Autumn Season | Safety Tips for Seniors

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The autumnal equinox begins on September 22, 2020. At the start of the fall season, the sun rises later and nightfall arrives sooner. Plenty of environmental changes occur, making it necessary to make adjustments and prepare a senior loved one for the cooler season. 1. Rake the leaves Crimson autumn leaves are a breathtaking sight. The leaves change color because…

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Transitional Care: Discharge Planning from Hospital to Home

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During the weeks following a hospitalization, seniors are especially vulnerable to complications. Adverse reactions to medications and complications related to the hospitalization affect nearly 20 percent of patients, leading to hospital readmission. Proper discharge planning from hospital to home is essential. Seniors who are readmitted to the hospital share common characteristics. These older adults usually suffer from multiple chronic health…

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How Loneliness Can Affect Seniors During the Pandemic

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People are social by nature and this instinct to be social does not disappear with age.  However, adults who reach their golden years are more likely to lack social interaction for various reasons.  Seniors who experience the loss of their spouses or friends and those who live far away from their families may experience loneliness.  Loneliness among seniors can lead…

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What Will Change in Senior Care After 2020?

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The year 2020 has been a tumultuous year to say the least.  The COVID-19 pandemic reached the U.S. in January and forced a nationwide quarantine in mid-March which lead to a dire economic situation.  Nursing homes and senior living facilities were hit especially hard by the coronavirus and are no longer safe for senior residents.  In addition to the coronavirus…

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