Home Health Care Is a Great Asset to Our Family

I always knew there would come a time when my mother needed "a little extra help" performing her daily activities, but when the time came, it was very stressful trying to decide what was best for her. She has a mobility problem and a few other ailments that are thankfully responding well to medication. We decided to try home health care before we thought about asking her to move into a nursing facility. We weren't sure if she would cooperate with the caregiver, but to our surprise, every time we visit she talks about how much she loves "her helpers!" I know there are many other families out there with aging loved ones who need all the support they can get, so I decided to create an informative blog all about home health care. I have learned so much and continue to learn and hope my knowledge can help you!

2018

Is Your Elderly Mom's Alzheimer's-Related Wandering Keeping Your Dad Up At Night? 3 Tips To Help Him Adjust To Live-In Care

8 September 2018

If your mother suffers from Alzheimer's, it is likely you've watched your dad take on more responsibilities for your mother's care over the years. While you may admire his fortitude, there also comes a point when everyone needs help. Wandering is one Alzheimer's-related behavior that often leads to extreme stress and fatigue in caregivers, and going without sleep places your dad at risk for health issues that could stop him from being able to continue with his role.
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Bringing A Parent Home To Care For? Here's Why You Should Hire Professional Help

8 April 2018

Now that you have decided to bring your elderly parent home to care for, it's a good idea to think about hiring a professional to do most of the legwork – here's why: Maintain a Balanced Quality of Life You may have the time and energy now to take care of your parent around the clock, but in the coming years, that time and energy may dwindle. And the more time and energy you spend now, the less you can expect to have as time goes on.
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