Posted at 06-04-2020
No one is ever really prepared for a healthcare situation, be it surgery, declining health due to age, cancer care, or hospice. When you or a loved one faces a medical challenge that leaves you unable to be ambulatory, the care options available include hospitalization, staying in a nursing home, or hiring a private duty nurse at home. Most people will agree that the preferred option would be receiving medical care and assistance within the comfo
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Posted at 06-04-2020
When it becomes evident that our aging parents or loved ones need some additional assistance in the home, the next step is broaching the subject. It can be difficult to talk about this topic with your senior loved one as it sometimes makes them feel their independence will be limited, but this is a normal reaction and one we can help you navigate. Ultimately, you are trying to protect your aging parent’s health, safety and wellbeing an
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Posted at 05-04-2020
your loved one has suffered a stroke you need to know as much as possible about in-home stroke care. Hospitals and rehabilitation centers can only keep patients for the length of time allowed by insurance coverage. That means that most likely your loved one will be discharged before they are fully recovered. The transition home can be a difficult one but with knowledge on how to recover from a stroke at home, you can properly prepare. You wi
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Posted at 05-04-2020
While the impact of work burnout on the brain has been widely studied, less research has been done on how caregiver burnout is more than just stressful — it is actually damaging to the brain.
What is Caregiver Burnout?
The effects of work-related stress on our brains have been well studied over the past several years. One example: a new Finnish study shows the connection between work-related burnout and changes in brain activity when
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Posted at 04-04-2020
All aspects of home care for seniors can be confusing. When an event occurs, such as a fall, illness, or exacerbation of a previous problem, the time to find help is now! Understanding options for support in the home can relieve stress and help with recovery. Private duty home care is an excellent choice for these kinds of situations.
What is Private Duty Home Care?
The terms home care and home health care are often confused for e
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