Several factors can cause older adults to be susceptible to allergic reactions when exposed to elements such as mold, pollen, dust mites, pollution, and many other substances, whether irritants or not. While a senior may not have had allergies during their younger years, a weakened immune system, other health conditions, medications, a more sedenta...

Diabetes affects up to one in four elderly adults and is the second leading diagnosis that results in home health referrals for elderly patients. Caregivers should know the signs and symptoms of diabetes complications. Usually, adults over age sixty-five have also been diagnosed with other chronic condition(s) which can make the detection and treat...

Taking care of elderly parents is not an easy job, although it is an amazing experience. Allcare Home Health Agency, Inc. has put together some information for those who have put their lives on hold to care for their elderly loved ones. We understand….as several of our staff members have been sole caregivers to a family loved one at some point. (...

When a loved one or senior you provide home care for has dementia, a memory book can give them a sense of security and peace and can also assist the caregivers who interact with them.What is a Memory Book? For seniors with symptoms of dementia, losing precious memories is a symptom that often causes anxiety. These symptoms can be frightening o...

As people grow older, their skin goes through many changes. It becomes thinner as the layer of fat just below the surface begins to break down. They may also experience dry skin that feels almost paper-like. Cuts and other wounds may take longer to heal. Diagnoses like kidney diseases or diabetes can affect skin health. Certain medications may also...

Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a degenerative neurological condition that affects older adults and seniors. It is the second leading cause of dementia after Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and has characteristics of both Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease Dementia (PDD), sometimes making it more challenging to diagnose.Allcare Home Health Agency, In...

According to a study conducted by Johns Hopkins Medicine, twenty-five to fifty percent of adults snore at night. If you’ve ever slept next to someone who snores, you know very well how annoying it can be. Snoring isn’t always simply annoying; it can affect normal sleep patterns and overall health and well-being. It’s important for family care...

What is Alzheimer’s?Alzheimer’s is a progressive, degenerative disease that affects the brain and causes cognitive deterioration. Eventually, dementia sets in, which can sometimes lead to aggressive behavior in certain situations. There are many resources for family caregivers of individuals suffering from dementia, such as in home Alzheime...

Osteoporosis is a disease that causes thin and brittle bones in seniors. The disease causes the bones to fracture more easily than usual. Osteoporosis is more common in older people, but it can occur at any age. Allcare Home Health has put together some valuable information about the condition to help family members and caregivers to recognize when...

One of the top New Year’s resolutions, along with quitting smoking, is losing weight. Our bodies are constantly changing with each passing year, so losing weight in our senior years is a constant challenge. As we enter our senior years, we lose significant muscle mass. Many seniors gain, and maintain weight, simply because they are not as active ...