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By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on September 15, 2015

Maintaining a healthy diet can be one of the most effective ways of improving eyesight. If you have an elderly loved one who is struggling with macular degeneration or is at risk of developing vision problems, then take a look at these amazing foods that have been shown to protect eyes of any age, provided by the senior care experts…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on September 8, 2015

If you are caring for someone who has had a stroke, understanding the vital role nutrition can play in an effective recovery is important. Here are some ways to promote healthy nutrition after a stroke and help prevent future instances, brought to you by the senior care experts at home Care Clearwater. Drive Down Cholesterol Levels High cholesterol can lead to…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 25, 2015

Facing an elderly loved one’s death can be difficult, resulting in a whirlwind of emotions, and each family member may have different needs when preparing for this loss. If you are unsure what might work best for you, the caring staff at Clearwater Home Care has put together a list of tips you may find helpful. Spend Time Together Even if your…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 18, 2015

Exercising regularly, or at all, can become more challenging with age, but a senior body can still be a healthy body. Help your elderly loved one improve his or her overall wellbeing with the following exercises, recommended by home Care Clearwater. Aerobics Light or moderate cardio activities such as walking, swimming, or using a treadmill are great for the heart and lungs.…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 11, 2015

If you’re concerned that your senior loved one who lives alone may be experiencing feelings of isolation, loneliness, or depression, there are steps you can take to help diminish his or her negative feelings. To help you reduce your loved one’s feelings of isolation and loneliness, the senior care experts at Home Care Clearwater discuss four tips for promoting seniors’…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 6, 2015

Home Care Assistance of Tampa Bay would like to nominate Kelley Carney for the Caregiver of the Month Award. ​She truly has made a difference in the lives of any clients she comes in contact with. On a day to day basis she unselfishly and quietly goes about c​hanging the way her clients are aging. Kelley was one of our early…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on August 4, 2015

Since many seniors experience diminished appetite, the elderly often find it difficult to eat enough. If your senior relative has begun finding that he or she cannot finish his or her meals, your loved one may not be eating enough of the essential nutrients he or she needs to stay healthy. At home Care Clearwater, our senior care experts suggest trying…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on July 28, 2015

Though certain environmental factors can make skin age faster, seniors may still take steps to reduce and diminish the effects of aging. If your loved one is concerned about his or her aging skin, you can help him or her maintain young-looking skin by sharing some anti-aging tips. Read on for 4 ways to help promote senior skin health from…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on July 21, 2015

When an elderly person has Parkinson’s disease, muscle spasms sometimes lead to difficulty with swallowing. This means that the saliva they would normally swallow builds up and escapes through the corners of the mouth. If your loved one has difficulty controlling saliva, read on for Clearwater Home Care experts’ tips for managing saliva production. 1. Clear Excess Saliva When saliva begins building up…

By Doris Kasold, 9:00 am on July 14, 2015

The natural process of aging puts seniors at risk for several oral conditions. While these conditions are common among the elderly, most of them are preventable or easily diminished by taking a few proactive steps. Presented by a leading provider of home Care Clearwater families trust, these tips can help maintain elderly oral health. 1. Regular Dental Visits The best way to…