What is sundowner syndrome? There is no clear definition of sundowner syndrome, but it's typically a spectrum of unusual behaviors that often include confusion, agitation, and restlessness that occur late in the afternoon into the evening. Sundowners Syndrome primarily affects the elderly who have Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. According to the Alzheimer's Association, as many as 1 out of 5 people with Alzheimer's exhibit … [Read more...]
Senior Falls: Concerns Beyond Injuries
Senior Falls: Concerns Beyond Injuries - I will never forget the day my ninety-year-old grandmother called to say she had fallen. Fortunately, she didn’t require an ambulance, and, even more, thankfully, I was only a few minutes away from her apartment. However, she had hesitated to call. She was less concerned about being injured and more worried about what might happen next. Falls for older adults present unique challenges. Certainly, … [Read more...]
Home Health Aides Provide Care and Reassurance
Home Health Aides Provide Care and Reassurance - It's during a health crisis that we genuinely appreciate the caregivers who step up and go above and beyond their regular duties while possibly putting their own safety on the line. It's especially important when loved ones are confined to their homes, and other family members cannot get to them to offer care, support, and reassurance. These home caregivers can be their person-to-person contact, … [Read more...]
Post-Holiday Cleanup Help for Your Loved One
The holiday season is a wonderful time for most people, full of gatherings, gifts, cheerful decor, and good wishes. Cleaning up after the holidays is not something anyone looks forward to but a tidy home is also a safe home for disabled or elderly residents. Your elderly or disabled loved one can have a comfortable, secure home if you provide the assistance they need. Keep these things in mind when helping your loved one with the … [Read more...]
Benefits of Becoming a Home Health Aide
Do you have a heart for helping others who are elderly or disabled; or perhaps physically or mentally challenged? Are you patient, organized, and interested in working in a field where employment prospects are excellent? If so, Home Health Aide might be the job for you! As a Home Healthcare Aide, your duties will vary depending on the needs of your client. Some patients will be confined to their own home while others may be mobile and need … [Read more...]