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The Role of Home Care in Alzheimer’s Support

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of brain health. For individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s, home care services play an important role in providing the support and care needed to manage this challenging condition. The Importance of Personalized Home Care Alzheimer’s disease affects each person differently,…

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Caring for Yourself While Caring for Aging Parents

When caring for your aging parents, your days may often be filled with ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Through this dedication to your loved ones, it’s easy to forget about your own needs. Yet, practicing self-care isn’t just important – it’s essential for maintaining the strength and resilience needed to continue providing care. Here are some practical self-care tips…

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5 Reasons to Consider a Nursing Career in Home Care

As a nurse, the trajectory of your career offers many paths you can explore. You might choose to work in a hospital, clinic, or private practice, among other options. However, a nursing career in home care presents a unique opportunity to take your career in a different direction you may have not considered previously. There are many reasons why working…

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The Role of Nurses in Home Care

In healthcare, the significance of nurses cannot be overstated. Particularly in home healthcare, the role they play in the lives of their patients is extremely significant. By bringing medical care directly to patients’ homes, they enable individuals to maintain the stability and comfort of familiar environments while receiving the essential care they need. Beyond clinical tasks, home care nurses exemplify…

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Helping Seniors with Limited Mobility Spend More Time Outside

As the days grow longer, the start of spring invites us to leave our winter retreats and spend more time outside. For seniors with limited mobility, going outside may seem daunting, but with the right support, they can enjoy the benefits of outdoor activities. In this guide, we will explore simple ways caregivers can help seniors with limited mobility embrace…

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The Role of Home Healthcare in Accident Recovery

In healthcare, the importance of allowing patients to recover in their home environment cannot be overstated. Home healthcare, especially for those recovering from traumatic accidents, offers a practical alternative to lengthy hospital stays by providing professionally administered home healthcare and services. This approach not only improves the quality of patient care but also allows for a cost-effective alternative to care…

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How to Use a Home Blood Pressure Monitor

Monitoring your blood pressure is a proactive step toward maintaining good heart health. While routine check-ups at healthcare facilities are necessary, there’s a growing recognition of the importance of home blood pressure monitoring. In this guide, we will walk you through the simple steps of how to use a home blood pressure monitor. Choosing the Right Monitor Before diving into…

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How Do I Know if a Home Caregiver is Needed?

As we age, the dynamics of our lives undergo profound changes, and sometimes, those changes may require the involvement of a caregiver, also called a Home Health Aide (HHA). HHAs help perform activities that the patient is no longer able to do unassisted. Whether you are contemplating this decision for yourself or an elderly loved one, it is important to…

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How to Approach the Conversation of Bathroom Safety with Aging Parents

As our loved one’s age, their daily needs, habits, and lifestyles change alongside of them. The conversation surrounding their changing needs and safety becomes increasingly important, but this can often be challenging discussion to navigate. Especially when talking to elderly parents, they may not be completely comfortable turning to their children and asking for help, even when they may know…

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Bathroom Safety with Patients in Mind: Creating Custom Solutions for Each Patient

In home healthcare, every patient is unique. This means, the importance of personalized care plans cannot be overstated. This holds especially true when it comes to ensuring bathroom safety, an essential aspect of daily living.   The Significance of Personalized Care Plans in Ensuring Bathroom Safety When it comes to bathroom safety, a one-size-fits-all approach will likely not be sufficient…

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