Alzheimer's disease is a difficult condition for seniors and their loved one’s to manage. At Home Care Assistance,a provider of high-quality home Care Clearwater families can trust, we understand that addressing symptoms of Alzheimer’s can be stressful for your family. To help your family soothe some of your loved one’s symptoms, our senior care experts have compiled four tips for managing…
Summer is just around the corner and with the rising temperatures come the increased risk of heat stress and heat stroke. Seniors in particular are prone to these dangerous and potentially life-threatening conditions. Home Care Assistance, a leading provider of home Care Clearwater families trust, shares information about heat stress and heat stroke so that families can protect their aging loved ones…
The body of an older adult requires fewer calories and is less efficient at absorbing key nutrients, making it vital for seniors to consume healthy, nutrition-packed foods with a focus on high-quality calories. Home Care Assistance, a trusted provider of Clearwater Home Care shares a tasty summer dish that is nutrient dense and simple to prepare – great for busy caregivers.…
Staying active and healthy as a senior doesn’t mean spending hours at the gym. Older adults can enhance strength, stamina, and endurance by performing regular household activities. Some of Clearwater Home Care Assistance’s favorite activities that enhance senior activity include: Walking the dog, caring for pets Yard work and gardening Cooking and cleaning Vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping Shopping and carrying…
Motivation is a large part of healing after a stroke, but when a senior parent or loved one experiences a stroke, family members often find themselves unsure of how to help. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome frustration and disappointment and motivate your senior loved one towards a more productive lifestyle. Here are a few tips from Tampa bay senior…
A recent meme on a popular social media site said, "I believe that 95% of being an adult is handling insurance forms and financial statements I know nothing about." Though intended to be humorous, many adults--especially seniors--have a hard time with financial literacy. A trusted Clearwater home care has come up with five reasons why all seniors should be financially…
Aging causes numerous changes, but many loved ones mistakenly focus on just the physical aspects of growing older. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), over 20% of seniors over the age of 65 exhibit signs of a mental illness. Unfortunately, many cases go undiagnosed. In recognition of national Mental Health Month, home Care Clearwater highlights the most common forms…
When it comes to protecting your elderly loved one’s health, one of the best methods is an antioxidant-rich diet. Antioxidants are molecules that help prevent free radicals from oxidizing, or harming, healthy cells. Free radicals are linked to a number of chronic diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, various cancers, cataracts, heart disease, and Parkinson’s disease. Home Care Assistance, a leading provider…
Mobility and ease of motion are both things that younger people take for granted. The Palm Harbor live-in care experts at Home Care Assistance know, however, as we age we may find our motion and mobility limited by painful arthritis. In honor of Arthritis Awareness Month, here are six home remedies that help treat arthritic hands for seniors who want…
Up until recently, seniors who had a stroke were advised that recovery was only possible within the first six months. However, thanks to evolving technology, it's now feasible to regain function several years later. Although that’s great news, it doesn’t make the recovery process any easier. These 4 devices, however, can! 1. Bath Kit After a stroke, some seniors find…