A recent post from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) states that “…88 percent of respondents over age 65 wanted to remain in their homes for as long as possible, and 92 percent said they wanted to remain in their communities.” To do that, aging adults require access to the services they […]
Have stories of a parent’s restless nights, near falls, or a neighbor’s report of recent night wandering interrupted your chance to get a good night’s sleep? Do you have a nagging feeling that all is not well for an aging loved one during the nighttime hours? Then it may be time to enlist the help
We often prioritize the physical well-being of our aging loved ones. And while physical health, nutrition, and a thoughtful fall-prevention plan are essential, families and caregivers must prioritize social engagement to prevent isolation. The better we are at keeping seniors socially active, stimulated, and engaged, the better off they are in almost every area of
Signing up for hourly senior care is a wise way to bring in short-term, part-time, or sporadic respite care without having to invest in a longer-term commitment. That said, the quality of care for a few hours is every bit as important as the quality of care for a few months or longer. Selecting professional,
Discussing care with loved ones can be complicated, especially if aging family members are reticent to acknowledge age-related lifestyle challenges. After nearly 20 years in the home care business, we’ve learned the earlier these conversations occur, the more fluidly families can implement support as needed. And open and honest discussions make it easier for your
There are many benefits of in-home care and multiple reasons why it makes more sense than assisted living or nursing home care for aging loved ones. Home care agencies provide the ultimate personalized services to our clients and families, from the comfort and ease of aging in place with dignity and independence to optimized support,
Freedom is rarely mentioned in the many articles written about senior in-home care versus facility-based care. Yet, we find personal freedom to be one of the features our clients and their families value most about in-home care options. Most of those articles discuss things like finances or reducing the stress and strain associated with relocating
Imagine a life in which you cannot leave the house without assistance, where the only people you speak to are your immediate family and caregivers, and some of those may live far away. Maybe you’re no longer able to attend your favorite clubs, social groups, or community activities unless you secure transportation. This is the
Do you have a long-term care plan in place for yourself or your senior parents? If not, now is the time to get started. Even though many seniors want to age-in-place at home or in their communities, most families don’t have a plan for adding senior home care to the mix. Many families ask the
Making the proactive decision to implement senior home care is the safest way to help senior loved ones age in place without waiting for an emergency or crisis that leaves you no choice. While it may be a good decision, that does not necessarily mean it is an easy one. The good news is that
Are you looking for senior activities in Collier and Lee Counties in Florida? If so, we’ve got some amazing ideas for you! To help you navigate all the fun things to do in and around Fort Myers and Naples, we’ve put together this helpful resource guide which is grouped by category so you can easily
As you or your loved one grow older, the likelihood of falling increases. Maybe someone in your family has already experienced a fall and you’re wondering what to do next. Luckily, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of falls and enable you or your senior family members to safely age in
