Posts Tagged ‘home care’
5 Winter Activities for Seniors
Want to sleep better or lower your risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer? Looking to improve your social wellness, reduce your blood pressure and have more energy? Staying physically and/or mentally active as you age becomes vitally important. However, that’s not always easy, especially in the wintertime. Here are five activities seniors can enjoy when the weather turns chilly: 1. Cook Cooking is a great way to take care of your own mental health, experts say. If you’re cooking for yourself, consider preparing something you’ve never had before. If you’re cooking for others,…
November is National Home Care and Family Caregivers Month
During November, Americans remember all that we have to be thankful for. For many seniors, the family caregiver is high on this list. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why November has been set aside as National Home Care and Family Caregivers Month. There are so many reasons to be thankful for what caregivers do. Many have jobs outside the home, or other familial commitments, yet give of themselves and their time and love every day to ensure that their senior loved one is well cared for. Thanking Those Who are Often Left Thankless Caring for an aging loved…
Holiday Travel – Ways to Make Flying Stress-Free and Safe
There’s nothing like seeing your family and friends during the holidays. However, flying can be riskier for seniors – especially during the busy holiday season. To be safer and leave stress at home, use these fall and winter travel tips: Catch Up with Your Primary Care Doctor The holidays are all about catching up with loved ones, but one person many seniors don’t take time to catch up with is their doctor. However, if you are planning to travel, visiting your doctor beforehand is a good idea. Get necessary vaccinations, a check-up, and advice on safe travel from your provider…
Autumn Saftey Checklist for Seniors
Safety is a priority for seniors during the entire year. With new challenges presented as the body ages, it is important to be aware of limitations and to take precautions to stay safe and well. While autumn is a cozy time of celebration for most, it can also be a risky time for seniors who have not taken these precautions. Here are a few ways to remain active and stay safe this fall: Have Maintenance Work Performed Whether it’s checking on your heating system before you truly need it or changing batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, the…
What Senior Women Should Know About Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While most people know that breast cancer is a disease that impacts older women far more than younger, the actual numbers behind the statistics are alarming. For every 100,000 women, just over 80 were diagnosed with breast cancer under the age of 65. In that same number, over 400 were diagnosed with the disease after turning 65. This month is a perfect time for older women to learn more about breast cancer – and to take more meaningful steps toward prevention and care. Know the Facts Knowing the truth about breast cancer can help…
Why You Should Expect More from Your Home Health Care Provider
Many times, families, who choose to partner with a home health care provider, believe that doing so means settling for less than they hoped for. They fear that they or their loved one will receive less than the standard of care they need or be forced to pay exorbitant prices for the kind of care they expect. In 2019, it’s time to start expecting more from home health care providers. Here are a few things your ideal provider should offer. Otherwise, it’s time to look for a new one this year: Genuine, Personable Care One of the biggest problems many…
Our Difference: Thrive USA’s focus on Companion Care
As people advance in age, they might feel lonely or isolated and this is where Thrive USA Home Care chips in to provide aging parents or relatives with intensive care and companionship. Our dedicated and experienced staff offers emotional support to loved ones in a surrounding they understand and recognize. Many people, especially the infirmed and elderly, become uncomfortable when subjected to a place or surrounding they are not familiar with. With Thrive USA concierge approach, we bring a suite of professional services right to your home. Expert and Quality Homecare At Thrive USA we strive to provide expert and…
4 Summer Travel Tips for Caregivers
Its June and summer is here! The longing for a holiday is in the air for many caregivers. However, the thought of taking time off can deter the 40+ million family caregivers who support and aid a loved one with everyday needs. Take a deep breath and remember balance is important for maintaining the health of the caregiver and the caregiver’s well-being. Thrive USA Home Care helps make it possible to go on a summer vacation, attend a special family event, or whatever your potential plans are. We work with many families who take a smooth holiday vacation, even traveling…
What Services Are Provided Through Home Health Care
When someone you know and love grows older, watching them decline can be difficult. You would like to do all you can to help them. It could be just a few light chores at first. But as time goes on, you begin to assume more responsibilities. For your loved one, you want nothing but the best, but sometimes that means giving up control and seeking help. There’s nothing wrong with getting personal home care. There are plenty of services from which to choose. Here are a few to consider for your situation: Care Management Even though you know your…