What Might Be Getting in the Way of Your Senior’s Independence?
Your senior may want to remain independent so badly that she starts to make some choices that directly impact her ability to stay independent. Understanding what she’s doing and what might cause her to lose her independence can help you both to turn things around before your elderly family member has an experience that she […]
October is National Physical Therapy Month
Physical Therapy for the Elderly While physical therapy can address many of your body’s mechanical needs, it can also help strengthen your mind. Exercise releases chemicals like endorphins and serotonin that improve your mood. It can also put you in touch with other people, getting you out in the world, reducing any feelings of loneliness […]
Pink October
Breast Cancer Awareness Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form and grow uncontrollably in the breast tissue. Breast cancer occurs mainly in women and rarely in men. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, and although it is quite unlikely to prevent, it is imperative […]
6 Facts to Know About Older Adults and Mental Health
Mental health issues are not limited to young adults. Mental illness affects all ages, and older adults are not immune. Here are six facts to know about mental illness and older adults, and how companion care at home can play a role in improving mental health for your parent. An Estimated 15% of Older Adults […]
Are You Dealing with Sleep Deprivation as a Family Caregiver?
Lack of sleep takes an immediate toll on your brain and your body. When you have even one iffy night of sleep, your cognition and memory are both impacted. You have physical responses to that lack of sleep, too. When you’re trying to take care of an aging family member and you’re losing sleep, that’s […]
A Wonderful Review from One of Our Amazing Clients
Dear Lorraine and Caregivers, Thank you for the care you have given my mother over the past few years. We appreciate each of you for your care and patience. Lorraine we appreciated your hands on approach when needed. If there’s a problem you took care of it immediately. We knew we could depend on you […]
Caregiver of the Month – August 2022
We are happy to award Ines B. as caregiver of the month for August 2022! Since joining the team, Ines has demonstrated dedication and excellent work. She took on a tough case and has successfully build rapport with the client and his family. Ines always has a bright smile on her face. She is dependable, […]
Holistic Health Considerations for Your Senior
To ensure the health of our elderly populations, we now have more resources than ever before to develop effective practices. Taking a holistic view of health entails considering the positive and negative effects of every element of one’s lifestyle. This has not always been the most popular choice for elders, but focusing on holistic health […]
Home Health Care Makes Aging in Place Easier for Seniors
There are many benefits seniors receive from aging in place. But sometimes staying at home can make things like getting routine medical care more difficult. When seniors are aging at home but no longer drive, the logistics of transportation to medical appointments can be difficult to manage. Often a family member needs to take time […]
Happy National Honey Bee Day!
In celebration of National Honey Bee day on August 20th, 2022, Adult Alternative Home Care visited referring partners in skilled nursing facilities with these awesome treats– pure honey and honey candy! These treats were given to the amazing Social Workers and other staff to show appreciation for all they do. Honey Bees symbolize diligence, sociability, […]
