If you’re worried that your elderly family member needs more attention than you can give, you might consider a eldercare companionship program in the New York City area. Even if your loved ones are able to handle the household chores and care for themselves, there are times when living on their own can get a…
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Home caregivers spend much of their time with seniors—helping them with groceries, bathing, exercise, motivation, self-esteem and much more. Here are tips from various caregivers on how to add years to a senior’s life. Continue to set goals and dreams. You may not be in the same shape you were before, but you still have…
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According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, and every 67 seconds, someone in the country gets Alzheimer’s. If you have elderly parents, you may be wondering how likely it is that your loved one will be diagnosed. While researchers don’t have exact answers, various factors such as genetics, environment,…
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Elderly individuals are at risk for a variety of serious conditions, including issues that could be caused by use of medical equipment that they need to treat health issues or even the individual’s behavior. Family members often want to lessen that risk, but if you can’t be there on a daily basis, it’s difficult to…
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A positive attitude is one key to good health, and nothing helps build a positive attitude and a good mood more than laughter. Not only that, but frequent laughter can help to keep a senior citizen healthy. Laughter Is an Instant Mood Booster. We’ve all experienced it. After sharing a joke and a hearty…
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Senior citizens often have specific nutrition needs. An in home care provider in the NYC area can help your loved ones to get the appropriate nutrition Senior citizens often have specific nutrition needs. An in home care provider in the NYC area can help your loved ones to get the appropriate nutrition while avoiding foods…
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There are times in which being part of a community is essential to helping a senior with emotional issues such as anxiety, stress and depression. Helping elderly individuals to feel that they belong and have activities to fill their time can make life easier and more enjoyable for them. Also, simply having someone to talk…
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