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By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on October 11, 2016

At first, anxiety may strictly seem like a mental disorder that does not have any effect on whether or not a senior is at a healthy weight. However, both anxiety and obesity are frequent issues among the elderly population, and the two subjects are actually closely related. The following article explains to Palm Harbor live-in caregivers about this strange correlation. Relationship…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on October 4, 2016

Consider gathering the family together to help seniors prepare some easy-to-make treats this Halloween. Choose a number of sweet and savory recipes that seniors and their in-home Clearwater caregivers can quickly prepare together like the ones listed below.  Bloody Punch In a pitcher, combine the wedges of three oranges with a bottle of cranberry juice and a quart of orange…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on September 27, 2016

Staying physically active is only a small part of senior wellbeing. It takes being an active member of society for seniors to maintain mental and social wellness. Following are a few senior-friendly activities that come highly recommended by Safety Harbor in-home care providers. View the Animals at Lowry Park Zoo The Lowry Park Zoo is ideal for seniors who want…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on September 20, 2016

Vascular dementia occurs when the area of the brain responsible for cognitive ability suffers from a lack of proper blood circulation. Atherosclerosis, brain injuries or strokes can all cause this problem. Although the disease process has the potential to progress like Alzheimer's, VaD is treatable under certain conditions. Following are little-known facts about VaD that Clearwater dementia caregivers should understand. Who…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on September 13, 2016

It’s not always easy for family caregivers in Palm Harbor to help seniors with financial aid. Following are six government programs seniors can turn to for help managing financial matters. 1. Reverse Mortgage Senior citizens can apply for the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) in order to get some assistance with paying off their loans for a private property. A…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on September 6, 2016

An Italian teacher developed the Montessori method of teaching children early in the 20th century. It was quite innovative as it recognized what children were able to do and what they might like to do, as opposed to the rote learning and arbitrary rules popular in the past. Challenging students by assigning tasks a little beyond where the child felt…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 30, 2016

Clearwater Home Care agencies know that the cornerstone of longevity and wellbeing begins with mental stimulation. Tampa Bay seniors can enrich their lives by continuing their educations at the following local classes.  1. Charles J. Fendig Public Library The Charles J. Fendig Public Library at 3909 West Neptune Street offers a Basics of Tai Chi class every Friday from 2:30pm…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 23, 2016

Being a family caregiver is often a tough job, but the right book can help you feel less alone. Fortunately, there are many books about caregiving that offer excellent advice from professionals and emotional support from people who have been in your place. Following are five essential books Clearwater Home Care providers recommend for family caregivers. 1. Caring for Your Parents: The…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 16, 2016

Many foods that are considered to be unhealthy actually provide numerous benefits for seniors. When live-in Palm Harbor caregivers include these foods in their senior loved one’s diet, it can help prevent cognitive decline, heart disease, and other chronic diseases. Here are seven healthy foods with bad reputations. 1. Potatoes The problem isn't the potato because they're really quite nutritious.…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 9, 2016

One of the fundamental aspects of yoga is a breathing technique that is known as pranayama. In order to master pranayama, it's important to develop precise control of respiration through the mouth and nose. After practicing yoga on a regular basis, people usually find it easy to thoroughly inhale and exhale without even thinking about it. In recent years, the…