Posts Tagged ‘senior connectedness’
The Importance of Long-Term Care: Thrive USA Homecare’s Comprehensive Services
As our loved ones age and their health needs evolve, finding the right care solution can be challenging. At Thrive USA Homecare, we recognize the critical role of long-term care in maintaining quality of life and providing peace of mind for families. Understanding Long-Term Care Long-term care enables individuals to “live as independently and safely as possible when they can no longer perform everyday activities on their own,” as defined by the National Institute on Aging. This care often encompasses a range of services, from basic housekeeping and meal preparation to more intensive personal care like bathing and grooming assistance….
How to Brighten the 2020 Holidays for Seniors
The 2020 Holiday season is here and it is in full swing. As with the vast majority of other holidays this year we know that many celebrations – and possibly some long-standing traditions – will look different. But that doesn’t mean all festivities and celebrations have to stop. At Thrive USA Homecare, we care deeply about helping seniors feel included in the festivities and to enjoy the holiday season to the fullest. If you are a family caregiver, here are some things you can do to help brighten the holidays for seniors this year. Bring Back Holiday Traditions Familiarity during…
Keeping Loved Ones Connected- Technology Edition
Have you heard of the “digital divide?” It’s a gap that many older adults are suffering through these days. For over seven months we have been social distancing, and now…
3 Tips for Introducing Technology to Seniors
You know the benefits of using technology – You’re using technology right now to read this post! Using a smartphone or social media is something you think an important senior citizen in your life would enjoy, but your loved one isn’t so gung-ho about trying something new. Here are 3 key tips to make introducing technology to a senior much easier – and more enjoyable for everyone: Make It Relevant One of the most common barriers older adults have with using new technology is that they don’t see its relevance in their lives. They value in-person contact and direct phone…