Generally speaking, non-medical homecare refers to the care provided to elderly people who are in need of some extra support in going about their normal daily routines but who don’t need medical service in-home. This is a great service if you have and elderly loved one who is relatively healthy but could use a little…
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There are times when you absolutely need to hire someone to take care of your aging parents. Maybe they insist on living in their own home even if it isn’t safe for them to do so or perhaps you need someone to care for them when you want to take some time off for yourself.…
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It is sad to note that in a country where food is so available, there are still those who die from malnutrition. In fact, according to a study published in the May 2010 issue of the journal Annals of Epidemiology, about 2,000 to 3,000 older Americans die from malnutrition each and every year. So, how can…
DetailsAlzheimer’s disease is almost always a risk for an elderly individual. It may be hard to spot the symptoms, however, especially if you and your family are the ones handling your elderly loved ones care. Having an elderly relation with Alzheimer’s disease can a huge burden and the added stress can be emotionally draining. A…
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According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), a US-based non-governmental organization dedicated to providing information and positive social change to the lives of people aged 50 and above, about 85% of all seniors prefer to “age in place”. With this in mind, choosing the right home caregiver for your elderly loved ones can…
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How do you know when it is time for you to consider hiring the services of a home care agency for your aging parents? Well, this can really be quite a challenge, especially since there is a great probability that they wouldn’t admit that they need help. To do so would be to acknowledge that…
DetailsWhat do you do when you suspect that your aging loved ones are being abused or neglected by the very people to whom you have entrusted their care? Well, whether you like it or not, elder mistreatment is a real problem and the incidence of elder abuse and neglect are on the rise. In fact,…
DetailsFinding the best senior home care provider in New York can be an extremely difficult challenge. There are a lot of things that you need to consider to be able to choose the right home care providers to suit their needs. So, how can you do it? Here are some tips that you may find useful. Determine…
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