It’s common for your doctor to tell you that you should get more exercise when you go in for your regular physical, but do you know just why exercise is so important? Yes, it keeps your body at a healthy weight, keeps your blood pressure … [Read more...]
Why In-Home Care?
You might have heard that there are studies indicating that the longer a senior stays within their own homes, the better that their overall physical and emotional health remains. This alone should be enough motivation for you to consider an … [Read more...]
Helping the Elderly with their Mental Health
New research points to the cause of things like certain types of dementia and depression: chronic stress and anxiety. And for those that are already at risk of these psychiatric conditions such as the elderly, the risk could be even higher. … [Read more...]
Mental Health Affects Seniors’ Physical Condition
New research points to the fact that current mental disorders can be a good indicator for future chronic health issues. A study conducted in New Zealand referenced surveys from 17 countries to come to the conclusion that mental disorders … [Read more...]
Protecting Physical and Mental Health
What’s the best thing you can do for an older family member? It’s a big question, one that might take some time to consider fully, but it is a good thing to ask yourself, especially if you do it before their health worsens and you … [Read more...]
Fight Depression with Care
Companionship is the aspect of care that often goes the most unmentioned. However, it is one of the most important things that an in-home caregiver can provide, and it’s not something that you will find listed on any insurance company’s … [Read more...]