Loved One Have Alzheimer's Disease? Why You Should Get Them An In-Home Care Aide
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20 June 2017
If you have a family member who is dealing with the perils of Alzheimer's disease, you are likely all too familiar with the changes that it can bring about in their life. They may have gone from being someone that was the life of the party, always exuberant with a positive attitude, into an individual that sometimes you feel like you don't know. The situation can become especially intense if you happen to be their primary caregiver because it might be starting to take its toll on you.
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2 Tips For Helping Your Loved One Safely Walk At Home After A Stroke
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17 June 2017
If you are caring for a loved one at home who has recently suffered a stroke, you may wonder what you can do to help them as they relearn how to walk. If so, use the following two tips for helping them while they are walking to keep both them and you safe.
Stay on the Strong Side While Walking
While you may think it makes more sense to walk with your loved one while on their weak side, it is actually better to stay next to their stronger leg.
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Three Ways Technology Is Making Home Healthcare Safer Than Ever
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16 June 2017
Nearly everyone prefers to stay in their home and maintain their privacy rather than moving to a nursing facility. The potential cost savings add another benefit for elderly patients that do not want to see their children's inheritance spent on medical bills. Home health services have become a more common and accepted method of care. Some people rely on friends or family to help but many others use professional caregivers with varying levels of medical training.
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Nighttime-Related Topics To Ask About When Choosing Assisted Living
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14 June 2017
When you're looking into various assisted living facilities to decide which one will best suit your needs, you might primarily focus on things that occur during the daytime. For example, you might ask to see an example of a social calendar or find out which healthcare practitioners offer appointments during regular business hours. While these topics are certainly important, it's also valuable to think about how things are once the sun goes down.
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