Alzheimer’s Communication Tips for Caregivers How can you help your loved one if they can’t tell you what they need? One of the many heartbreaking issues that crop up when Alzheimer’s starts to develop is the beginning of a deterioration in their communication skills. Alzheimer’s patients have trouble communicating because they simply start to forget how. It is essential to… Read More
E.S. Has After School Fun With His Caregivers E.S. is a 10-year-old child who loves to play. And he gets to do so often with his Sonas caregivers, Samantha Narvaez and Catoya Johnson, E.S. has autism and is non-verbal. He’s been receiving in home care from Sonas for over a year, and he’s grown to love spending time with his new friends. He… Read More
Safety Devices for Seniors Who Wander Home Care Services Ormond Beach FL-If you have an elderly loved one who tends to wander, you probably know that deep fear that pops up when you can’t find your loved one in the house. Some of these safety devices might help you to have a little more peace of mind. Read More
Best Dogs for Seniors Caregiver Ormond Beach FL-The benefits of dog ownership are numerous including a motivation to exercise daily and enjoy the outdoors. The companionship they offer is unarguably one of the most tremendous gifts they bring. Read More
Hobbies for Seniors When seniors get to the point where they are spending much of their day watching television and being cranky with the care assistants, it may be time for them to explore a new hobby. Seniors that are not as independent and mobile as they once were, now have a lot of free time on their hands… Read More
Tips for a Memorable Family Reunion for a Senior with Dementia Home Health Care Doral FL-Planning a family reunion for your elderly loved one even as they are dealing with dementia can be a wonderful way to keep their memory sharper, support their mental health, and make memories with them that all of you can treasure well into the future. Read More
Hospital Discharge Checklist After a long stay in the hospital, nothing is sweeter than the smell of home. Unfortunately, we’re not always prepared for the duties that lie ahead – transportation to follow-up appointments, prescription pick-ups, use of medical equipment, nutritious meal planning, and even simple tasks like personal grooming and exercise. The Comprehensive Hospital Discharge Checklist To… Read More
What Is Polypharmacy? According to an article in Newsweek, the use of prescription medications is on the rise. Over half of the population in the U.S., close to 60%, take at least one prescription drug while almost 15% use five or more prescription drugs. For adults who are 65 and older, that number rises to 40%. That means… Read More
Abscessed Tooth Senior Care Melbourne FL-In your role as a family caregiver you take extensive steps to make sure that your senior parent stays as healthy as possible. This includes encouraging them to eat a balanced, varied diet, get enough exercise and rest, and using an aggressive germ control approach tailored to their specific needs and challenges. Read More
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) When it comes to pregnancy, there are things that are outside of the mother’s control, such as certain congenital conditions. However, there are instances when the mother’s choices during pregnancy have a direct, harmful effect on the child. This is the case with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. What is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome? Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)… Read More
