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November is National Family Caregiving Month. This is the time of the year when family caregivers are celebrated. A family caregiver in Philadelphia has the potential to greatly improve a loved one’s quality of life. Even if you are self-reliant or have an aging relative who prefers complete autonomy, the many benefits of a family […]
If you don’t understand exactly what the term “residential habilitation services” means, don’t fret. You are not alone. The average person has heard this term yet does not understand its true meaning. Below, our home care providers in Philadelphia explain exactly what residential habilitation services mean and shed light on their importance. The Basics of […]
National Immunization Awareness Month has arrived just in the nick of time. The United States and several other countries are currently attempting to convince people to take the COVID-19 vaccination. There has also been an ongoing battle between anti-vaxxers and the pro-vaccination crowd in regard to vaccinating infants soon after birth. August is a time […]
We have finally made it to July after a challenging first six months of the year. This is Healthy Vision Month. If you are like most people, you have glasses or contact lenses that help you see clearly. However, even if you use contacts or glasses, it is in your interest to be aware of […]
The weather is finally getting warmer. It is time to head outside and have some fun. However, if you are a senior citizen or challenged with finding a way to get your aging loved one outside this summer, you might be wondering which activities are best. Below, we provide a look at the top 10 […]
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has named May to be Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month since 1984. Given that asthma and allergies are sometimes related, we’ll be focusing on asthma below. What is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that can affect your airways. It can cause your airways to swell […]
Since 1987, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) has marked April as Alcohol Awareness Month to spread awareness and education about alcohol use and potential dangers associated with it. Alcohol Awareness Month covers all matters related to alcohol, including alcoholism, drunk driving, alcohol poisoning, and substance abuse subjects in general. In this […]
According to data from the Special Olympics, around 6.5 million people in the United States have an intellectual disability — somewhere between 1 and 3% of our population. It is one of the most common developmental disabilities. In this article, we’ll explore intellectual disabilities further. What is an Intellectual Disability? Intellectual disability describes a condition […]
The healthcare field has a wide range of positions for people with all sorts of talents, skill sets, and experiences. One particularly fulfilling role in the medical field is pediatric home health nursing. Pediatric home health nurses treat medically fragile children in the home, rather than working at a hospital. Keep reading to learn more […]
Wintertime brings with it several hazards that everyone should pay attention to, but for seniors, the risks are amplified due to the restrictions that aging brings. Lower temperatures bring with them a higher risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and slipping or falling on ice. All of these are real risks for the elderly, so here at […]