Although summertime is typically associated with lots of high-energy, outdoor activities, seniors have to be extra careful during the warmest months of the year in order to avoid problems like heat stroke, severe dehydration and skin damage. Fortunately, there are eight simple ways for seniors in Tampa to beat the heat. 1. Prepare Meals in Advance Seniors and their hourly…
The loss of a loved one impacts the lives of the entire family, but it is particularly hard on seniors and older adults. Recognizing the potential problems that can arise when an elderly man or woman is grieving the loss of a loved one helps family caregivers in Tampa Bay determine the appropriate response to help them recover. 1. Depression …
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and as a leading provider of Parkinson’s care in Clearwater, we want to spend this blog discussing a new test that could have a huge impact on how Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed. Last month, researchers from the Central Hospital at the University of San Luis Potosi in Mexico released findings from a small…
Looking for a senior fitness program for your elderly loved one in the Tampa, Florida area? Look no further. Leading Clearwater senior care Home Care Assistance recommends these programs and classes that will help your elderly family member get active and make new friends in a safe, healthy environment. Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA Programs offered at this location for seniors include…
If you provide dementia care in Palm Harbor for a senior loved one, you may have heard music therapy can benefit those who have conditions that cause cognitive decline. In fact, clinical research shows certain types of music therapy can have real benefits for seniors with dementia. While music therapy can be structured, it doesn't have to be. This therapy…
Bingo is a mainstay of senior centers and church socials. But did you know it also has proven benefits for seniors' cognitive skills? Studies show that for those with Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, bingo games with large, high contrast cards improved thinking skills and memory. Experts of home Care, Clearwater families trust, suggest family caregivers to encourage their senior…
If your senior loved one has a bit of a sweet tooth, we don’t have to tell you how difficult it can be to find sweet treats for seniors that are also healthy. These cookies are baked with bittersweet chocolate, which is loaded with antioxidants and better for your senior loved one’s heart as well as waistline, as well as…
Sleep is essential for maintaining good health. Unfortunately, seniors with Parkinson’s disease sometimes find it difficult to catch a good night’s because of PD symptoms like muscle spasms that contribute to nighttime insomnia and daytime sleepiness. Clearwater Parkinson’s care provider, Home Care Assistance, offers an overview of the most common reasons for sleeplessness and ways to help. Sleep Problems Associated…
Communicating effectively with a physician is one of the best ways to ensure your senior loved one is getting the medical care he or she needs. If you are the person in charge of taking a senior loved one to and from appointments, it’s up to you to be prepared when you take them to the doctor. Being aware of…
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability, especially for those over the age of 65. Many factors influence stroke risk, including blood-pressure levels and smoking cigarettes, but age remains one of the most readily identifiable risk factors. Treatment and care for those who have suffered a stroke have improved tremendously in the last several decades, however, prevention and…