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Falling is a problem among seniors. Many older adults don’t have the best balance. When they fall, they are prone to breaking bones and other injuries. Fall prevention can keep them safe. Many fall prevention strategies reduce the risk of injury among loved ones. This article will review how you can reduce fall risk in […]
It is rare for an individual not to experience some level of stress regularly. Studies show that stress is a factor in upward of 95% of the way in which diseases progress. So, the focus of National Stress Awareness Month is not only educational but also holistic. Learning how to identify your form of stress […]
Mental health is easy to overlook, but it plays an important role in our overall health, especially when it comes to home care. Caring for others can be emotionally and mentally taxing, and it’s important for home care agencies to encourage caretakers to take care of their own mental health to be able to provide […]
What is the difference between Home Care vs. Assisted Living Homes ? There comes a point when you know a senior family member requires more care than you can provide. Staring at that reality is daunting and sometimes ridden with guilt. You want to help, but know it would stretch your time and energy beyond […]
While some individuals drive safely into their 80s, other problems exist. For example, while eye and hand coordination might be okay, pain in knee joints could impede breaking. So, those in their family (and physicians) should work toward excellent safety.Here at Prestige Home Care, we hear about problems like this regularly. The number of drivers on the road grows […]
As children, we were constantly reminded to eat all our vegetables. Of course, the goal is to eat healthily. As we age, the importance of nutrition doesn’t wane, and it helps maintain a suitable weight for active living and keeps you out of the doctor’s office. At Prestige Home Care Agency, we recognize that aging should change […]
While most people cherish having more time on this planet, they’d prefer it came without the emotional, mental, and physical issues that appear as we age. Thinking of yourself using the “o” word (OLD) seems odd. Wasn’t it just a blink of an eye when you experienced vitality? Now take this concept and transfer it […]
As soon as you learn of dementia diagnosis or Alzheimer’s prognosis, you need to begin planning for the future. Your loved one’s ability to think clearly will slowly diminish, and you want them involved in choices about the delays ahead. This includes legal matters that, while somewhat uncomfortable, are necessary. Tie up those loose ends! […]
As a home care and personal assistant agency in Philadelphia, PA, we at Prestige Home Care see the damage a stroke can do every day. The impact on an individual can be substantive, changing the entire makeup of daily life. Strokes go beyond that, however. They affect the entire family of a loved one in […]
Many people have heard of Parkinson’s, but few know how this condition affects individuals. This is why April is National Parkinson’s Awareness month, annually. By raising awareness, families, communities, and in-home caregivers can work toward improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s Disease, An Overview Having seen how Parkinson’s impacts every […]