Early information out of China, where COVID-19 first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes: Older adultsPeople who have serious chronical medical conditions like: Heart disease, Diabetes, Lung disease…
Family Matters In-Home Care is committed to keeping our clients and caregivers safe while navigating through the current outbreak of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). We're sharing information today to help explain what COVID-19 is all about, how to protect…
Many seniors face inadequate nutrition. The effects of being undernourished or malnourished can be dangerous, so it is important to recognize signs of nutritional issues in aging loved ones. Common Challenges to Seniors’ Nutritional Health Typically, nutritional issues are associated…
Ironically for many older people, a good night’s sleep can be like an elusive dream. They have trouble falling asleep and even if they do, they wake up after only a few hours. Making matters worse is daytime fatigue that can…
In the United States, approximately 40% of people over the age of 65 experience age-related memory impairment. Memory and mental health are closely connected. Helping seniors stay sharp can also improve their quality of life. Top Strategies for Maintaining a…
Remember playing around with Silly Putty when you were a kid? (Maybe you still do; it’s a fun toy!) A similar kind of putty is available to assist in strengthening hand muscles and it is a very valuable and efficient…
Aging is an inevitable component of life we all must face, whether it is our own or taking care of an elderly friend or loved one. With age comes a decline in health and typically extra care is needed to…
Mood changes are common for aging adults and often accompany health problems. Seniors with memory related illnesses like dementia or Alzheimer’s disease are especially prone to challenges resulting from mood changes. What is Sundowners Syndrome? One common mood issue among…
Diabetes is a disease that affects the way the body processes food, especially sugar. Many seniors have a form of diabetes, which can become serious if it isn’t managed. Learn basic facts about diabetes prevention and management. Types of Diabetes…
One of the most common travails, drawbacks, and general feelings of dread related to aging is loss of independence. We rejoice in our freedom the minute we learn to walk and revel in growing independence with each passing year of…