Vitamin D is an essential vitamin for promoting a healthy body and immune system. While there are multiple sources of Vitamin D, it’s still very common for some people (especially seniors) to still suffer from deficiencies, which can have a negative impact on their health.Vitamin D plays an essential role in bone health and immunity, and as s...
The Benefits of Being a Caregiver to Seniors
The benefits provided by a caregiver to a senior cannot be denied or understated. In addition to assisting with personal care and assistance with medication reminders, meal preparation, dressing and grooming, a caregiver is also a companion for a senior who may otherwise suffer from minimal social contact. (more…)...
The Risks of Hiring a Private Caregiver vs Home Health Agency
As much as we may wish to prolong it, there comes a time when senior loved ones struggle with caring for themselves the way they used to. This may mean that their hygiene has begun to slip away, they struggle to feed and hydrate themselves or they begin developing memory issues. In these instances, it may be time to consider hiring a caregiver to a...
How Singing Improves Memory and Mood in Dementia Patients
Singing is a powerful tool that can immediately transport you to another time and place. How many times have you sung a song only to remember a moment, even from many years ago, recalling everything that happened in perfect clarity?These benefits are especially appealing for dementia patients, with numerous caregivers noticing how singing impro...
Keys to Reducing Caregiver Stress
While being a caregiver can be immensely rewarding as you get to spend time with a loved one and provide them the care you know they deserve, that does not mean that it comes without its stress. (more…)...
The Benefits of Coffee for Seniors
It’s the world’s favorite beverage, something to enjoy in the morning and give you an extra boost through the day. But what if we told you the drink of mornings also supplied health benefits that are especially appealing to seniors? (more…)...
The Health Risks of Sleep Apnea
In addition to the effect that chronic loss of sleep has on someone’s mental, physical, and emotional health, untreated sleep apnea also raises the risk of certain cardiovascular conditions, such as heart attack, high blood pressure, stroke, and heart diseases. Read on to learn what you can do to help your loved one sleep restfully.What To Do...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Seniors
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which an individual experiences recurring, unwanted thoughts, sensations, or ideas that can cause them to complete compulsions. While OCD is generally considered less common among seniors, several studies suggest that a third peak of OCD onset occurs after the age of 65. OCD onset in seniors can ...
When “Collecting” Becomes a Hoard
It’s natural to want to hold on to valuable possessions, especially if they hold sentimental value. However, a study by the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine found that in 6.2% of those over the age of 55, this natural inclination to hold on to sentimental objects often progresses to hoarding. (more…)...
Happy Holidays from Allcare Home Health Agency, Inc
"Of all of the gifts that you can give to a loved one, few are more precious than your time and attention." - Author unknown We hope that your holidays are filled with joy, laughter, good health, and prosperity throughout the New Year! Happy Holidays from the Staff, Nurses, and Caregivers at Allcare Home Health. (more…)...