Many older adults prefer to age in place. They wish to enjoy familiar surroundings close to friends and family and places they enjoy visiting. While they may not require in-home care, aging adults and their loved ones could find some peace of mind when using a medical alert system like that offered by Medical Guardian. [...]
The Panhandle Health District provides residents access to health care, community services and initiatives, and environmental health programs to foster healthier and safer lives for residents. What is the Panhandle Health District? The Panhandle Health District is one of seven health districts in Idaho. The districts were established in 1970 to provide the residents of [...]
Caring For Those Who Wish To Age In Place The majority of older adults wish to stay in their current home as they age. In fact, one in three individuals in the aging population feel that they might be frightened of aging somewhere other than their current home. Their home provides both physical and emotional [...]
Providing Care For Your Loved One in Their Own Home In home care is becoming a popular option for aging adults who prefer to stay in their own home or the home of their loved ones instead of moving into a retirement, long-term care, or assisted living facility. Skilled and qualified in home care providers [...]
Aging adults often require some form of care or assistance. Even persons who enjoy their independence may want someone to keep them company or with whom they can do hobbies. Other persons may need additional care but would prefer not to leave their homes. This could be for many reasons, like wanting to stay in [...]
Nursing Home Technology Monitors Elder Activities Many of us are balancing the care of our aging parents and working full-time jobs, and taking care of our children. So, how do you monitor the activities of elderly parents? The advent of new-age technology has sensors, voice activation, GPS, Bluetooth, cellular connectivity via mobile phones, smartphone [...]
Between its hard and slippery surfaces and sharp corners, bathrooms can pose challenges to safety for any age. But as we get into our golden years, bathroom safety and home modifications for aging become more important. According to the U.S. Center for Disease and Control Prevention, most falls occur in the bathroom for those 65 [...]
The idea of fitness as a senior can be intimidating if you have a lot of chronic aches and pains or other medical conditions. Modified exercises can help strengthen your muscles and improve your flexibility without putting added strain on the body. Chair exercises provide seniors with the benefits of exercise, with minimal risk involved. [...]
How to Become a Great Caregiver Are you kind, caring, compassionate, and patient? Do you love serving others and a desire to help people, especially the elderly, improve their quality of life? Do you enjoy spending time with older adults? Then you might be interested in how to become a caregiver. In addition to these [...]
Starting a home business that cares for seniors can be a daunting task, just as in any entrepreneurial pursuit, but the number of baby boomers who require that type of attention has made agency health care very desirable and profitable. Deciding whether you are going to offer a blend of various services or specialize in […]