What Is a Urinary Tract Infection?
Caregiver in Apex NC As a family caregiver it is one of your most important priorities to help your senior stay as safe and healthy as possible. Part of this is recognizing the risks that they face and understanding how to handle them effectively and efficiently so that you can always make the care [...]
Concern for Elderly Parents – Driving and Medications
Home Care in Wake County NC Your loved one may be fortunate to still have their driver’s license and the freedom that imparts. As they age, you both will want to be aware of how various medications may affect their ability behind the wheel. A study conducted for the US Department of Transportation/National Highway [...]
Tips for Improving Communication with Your Elderly Loved One
Elder Care in Apex NC Communication is one of the most important skills that you can have as a family caregiver. Being able to communicate effectively with your loved one is how you identify and evaluate their specific needs and challenges, establish and implement care plans, address difficulties and issues as they arise, and [...]
The Mediterranean Diet and Your Aging Parent
Senior Care in Cary NC It is common knowledge that a healthy diet promotes health and longevity. Why is it so hard, then, to incorporate healthy eating habits into our daily life? Emotions play a large part in that quandary. The desire for food can be a response to stress instead of hunger or [...]
Tips for Simplifying Your Holiday Shopping
Caregiver in Wake County NC The holiday season is a wonderful time to be a family caregiver. During this time of year you can look forward to following heartwarming traditions, spending extra quality time with your loved ones, and enjoying the fun and joy of celebrations. Along with all of these special and happy [...]
Training to Help in Your Role as a Family Caregiver
Home Care in Durham NC You have generously offered your services as the primary family caregiver for you aging parent. Assisting with the daily tasks of living did not seem like anything out of the ordinary that you have not done before. You’re finding, however, that caring for an elderly parent offers unique challenges [...]
Parkinson’s Disease: Maintain Independence and Safety in the Bathroom
The bathroom can be a dangerous place for any elderly adult. For those who are suffering from Parkinson’s disease, however, it can pose additional challenges and obstacles that can make fulfilling personal care tasks even more daunting. As a family caregiver it is important that you understand these risks so that you can take [...]
Signs and Symptoms of Moderate Alzheimer’s Disease
Elder Care in Cary NC Though most people who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease receive this diagnosis when they are in the early stage, it is the next stage of the progression that is generally the longest. Referred to as the middle or moderate stage of Alzheimer’s disease, this is the stage when your [...]
HomeChoice Home Care announces hiring of New Scheduling Coordinator
Home Care in Raleigh NC Melissa Tuttle joined the staff of HomeChoice Home Care Solutions on Monday, October 31, 2016 as the new Scheduling Coordinator/HR Assistant. Melissa comes to HomeChoice from a diverse background in the construction and legal fields and whose career path has narrowed to the healthcare industry by way of her [...]
How Can Age Affect Your Loved One’s Ability to Drive?
Senior Care in Raleigh NC Your elderly loved one may not feel as though much has changed for her over the years and she could be right, to a certain extent. The truth is, however, that aging can affect your loved one's ability to drive safely in a variety of ways. Changes to Eyesight [...]
How Family Members can Help an Elder with Depression
Elder Care in Wake County NC Depression can develop at any age, but is especially found in older adults. The symptoms of depression can often resemble those from other illnesses or diseases, making this an often overlooked condition. However, it is a condition that affects approximately 6.5 million adults over the age of 65 [...]
Global Holidays Dedicated To The Elderly
Elderly Care in Chapel Hill NC In our youth oriented culture, it's often too easy to look down upon the elderly. Younger generations tend to see seniors as too old fashioned, even burdensome; especially those in need of elderly care. However, there are some wonderful cultural acts that celebrate our senior citizens: From holidays [...]
