It’s spring! Time for breezy days with open windows, blooming flowers, and no more winter coats. Spring is the perfect time for seniors to get out and breathe in the benefits of fresh air. Benefits of Fresh Air for Seniors Vitamin D from the sunlight. Vitamin D helps reduce fractures and other injuries from falls since Vitamin D increases bone strength. Good news! It only takes about 30 minutes outside to get the daily recommendation. … [Read more...]
Should a Dementia Patient Be Moved?
Michelle has been taking care of her aging mother for a while. At first, mom just needed help with physical things, but now she has been having trouble with her memory, too. It started with not remembering names, but lately, it’s progressed to not remembering if she took her medicine or not and a few times Michelle has caught mom about to take her pills when she had already taken them. Recently, Michelle’s mom was officially diagnosed with … [Read more...]
Keep Yourself Young and Active with the Help of Homecare
Growing older has its advantages. Growing older means you have the wisdom to share a life of full of experiences. Growing older means you have a whole store of treasured memories. Growing older means you can enjoy senior citizen discounts at all your favorite restaurants! Growing older has its disadvantages, too. You may not have enough strength or energy to fix things up around the house. Some aspects of daily life may become a challenge for … [Read more...]
Why Choose Community Care?
When the senior loved one in your life is in need of homecare, there are many options in the Northeast Philadelphia area. What makes Community Care of the Northeast the best choice for your family? We have a lot more experience than other agencies in the area. Community Care of the Northeast has been serving seniors at home for over 30 years. In 1985, Jean Langenbach, RN, BS had the vision of providing services to seniors and persons with … [Read more...]
Warning Signs for Seniors: How Will We Know When It’s Time He Stops Driving?
If you have concerns about your loved one’s ability to drive, please do not ignore the issue. It is better to address the topic now before a serious accident happens and changes the life of your loved one or another driver. Although you may already feel that it is time to stop, you will know more if you take a ride in the passenger seat while he is driving. Here are some warning signs to look for while you are in the vehicle together: … [Read more...]