Challenges in Home Health

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Challenges in Home Health Nurses Guild Post When searching for a home health care provider or therapy nursing for your loved one, I know there are plenty of considerations. Especially with the tumultuous state of health care right now, it can be intimidating. I thought it would be beneficial to provide some insight into the challenges of health care and home health right now, so that you can make special considerations for companies who have taken the steps to overcome adversity and deliver the best level of care for you […] Read Full Article »

Winter Warnings for Seniors

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Winter Warnings for Seniors When it comes to weather changes like extreme heat and cold, it is very important for seniors to know the risk factors and take extra considerations to keep yourself or your loved ones safe. Staying warm is the most obvious consideration. The rule of thumb is to be over prepared for any situation. Take this winter for example, Southern states like Texas and Georgia were blasted with snow and ice, crippling the states and leaving many stranded. Make sure you have the proper clothing for winter […] Read Full Article »

Traveling and Care for Your Aging Loved One

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Traveling and Care for Your Aging Loved One It is important to revisit travel tips when you are planning a trip in the near future with a loved one recovering from injury or sickness, requiring home health nurse assistance or therapy. This is especially relevant if you are traveling outside of the state or region – as long trips are much more strenuous on aging bodies. First of all, before you go on any trip, consult your loved one’s home health nurse or therapy nurse to make sure they are […] Read Full Article »

Protecting from Fraud

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Protecting from Fraud As you know, technology has changed immensely in the last 15 years, even in the last five for that matter. As the way people use the Internet evolves, so does the way people misuse it. Unfortunately, there are people who will use technology to take advantage of aging seniors that may not be privy to fraud tactics. While there are too many tactics to cover in one post, I wanted to provide a couple ways they target seniors so you can help care for your loved ones […] Read Full Article »

When is Driving Too Dangerous?

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When is Driving Too Dangerous? I understand this is a very tough topic, especially if you are consulting this blog to help care for parents or friends in home health or therapy. Unfortunately, this topic usually does not get addressed until after an accident occurs, which is the worst possible outcome. Just because one has home health care, therapy or nurse house calls, it definitely does mean that they are not capable to drive anymore. But, it is important to look at some of the affects of aging that can […] Read Full Article »

The Power of Pet Therapy for Elderly

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The Power of Pet Therapy for Elderly There are many ways to care for an aging friend or loved one who is battling injury, stress, loss or any number of issues. Many times, though, the tactics we commonly think of are all human-to-human therapy interactions. What about therapy of a more canine or feline nature? I am sure you have heard some form of the story of a dog or cat that cares for and stands beside its owner as they overcome adversity. Is it all just an emotional game […] Read Full Article »