Dec 4, 2019 | General Caregiving, Guides, Home Safety
When the season changes from Summer, we all enjoy the beautiful colors in the change of foliage that Fall brings with it. It’s a time to slow our pace and enjoy our surroundings. It’s also a time to discuss Fall Prevention. Falls are one of the leading causes of...
Jul 10, 2017 | General Caregiving, Home Safety
The digital age has made it easier than ever for con artists to try and scam Medicare and Medicaid. An example of this is when a person receiving benefits gets a call from someone claiming to be a Medicare or Medicaid representative, and then asks for sensitive...
Jul 10, 2017 | General Caregiving, Medication Management
If your loved one is taking several prescription drugs, properly managing them and following basic rules is essential for their safety. Mismanagement can lead to hospitalization and even death. It can seem daunting at first, but by following these simple strategies,...
Jun 14, 2017 | General Caregiving
By knowing what to look for, you can get your loved one help as soon as they need it. As your loved ones get older, it is increasingly important that you monitor their behavior and look for any signs of them slowing down. Many seniors will not want to admit they need...
Jun 5, 2017 | General Caregiving, Health, Home Safety
Summer is here, and with it so is hot and humid weather. While it is great to go outside and enjoy the outdoors, it is very important that senior citizens play it very safe, as the human body becomes more susceptible to dehydration and heat related illness as one...
May 25, 2017 | General Caregiving, Home Safety, Medication Management
As your loved ones age, their vision deteriorates and their bones and muscle weaken, making them more susceptible to injuring themselves around the house. Data shows that this happens to approximately 2.3 million seniors every year. We’re all in it together. And we...
Sep 1, 2016 | General Caregiving, Research
A study by the University of Virginia confirms that up to 4 million older Americans living at home are not receiving adequate in-home care. Assistant Professor Aaron Yao in UVA’s School of Medicine acknowledged the lack of sufficient “house calls”...
Aug 8, 2016 | Research, Telehealth Technology
HITLAB conducted a study in 2015 among U.S. family caregivers, revealing the limited use of technology in unassisted home care. The most accessible technologies for home care include scheduling, organization, refilling and delivering medications, and monitoring...
