Home care providers and full service home health care agencies are a unique breed. While training is needed to meet job requirements, home health care providers must also possess other innate qualities that enable them to compassionately perform job functions, as per patient wishes and the wishes of their families.these special qualities are what make [...]
Home Care and Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease in Palm Springs, CA
July 27, 2011 by Leave a Comment
At present, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers are looking for new treatments and care techniques to alter the course of the disease and improve the quality of life for people suffering with Alzheimer’s disease. It is important to take ample care of yourself if you have to take care of someone suffering [...]
Senior Independence Update in Palm Springs, CA
July 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Falls are a major reason for our seniors hospital admissions, readmissions, loss of independance and rising healthcare costs for seniors. Yet fall prevention efforts are not to date a change maker for eldercare. Here are some quick thoughts on how to make some positive changes. Fall prevention efforts seem to be skewed to “avoidance efforts” [...]
Depression or Dementia? in Palm Springs, CA
July 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Important discussion concerning these similiar diseases that sometimes go together but are often two seperate issues. Be aware of your senior loved ones environment, talke to primary care doctor, always get a second opinion from a neurologist regarding a dementia diagnosis. Read on for additional information. Written By : Stephanie Roberts Determining whether a senior [...]
Why Gardening is Great For Seniors in Palm Springs CA
July 7, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Why Gardening is Great For Seniors Written By : SeniorsList Gardening in our retirement years can be a great experience. Not only does it provide a place of respite and peace, but it provides a great source of exercise. In fact, the medical community now recognizes the power for hobbies and everyday activities to provide [...]
3 Lessons on Durable Powers of Attorney in Palm Springs, CA
July 6, 2011 by Leave a Comment
This is an area that needs to be addressed before and not during or after a significant event. Please read over and if necessary have a family meeting so that you do not place yourself in a situation where you wish you acted and now it is to late. Written By : John Martin Durable [...]
Caregiving in Palm Springs CA: Facing Reality
June 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Facing Reality: Caregiving Has Changed Your Life By Carol Bradley Bursack One question that is often asked on the AgingCare.com forum is, “How do I deal with the reality of leaving behind the life I had in order to become the primary caregiver to my parents?” The words used vary by the questioner, but the [...]
Balance Exercises for Seniors in Palm Desert, CA
June 29, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Balance is important for our seniors. Here is some good balance exercises to improve that critical functionality. Written By : SeniorsList Balance is essential in seniors to help prevent falls and thus improve the quality of life and long-term independence. One of the best ways to influence your balance is to strengthen your leg muscles. [...]
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