Arizona Home Care Blog
Even though aphasia impacts nearly two million people across the country, many Americans aren’t well educated about the condition. In fact, The National Aphasia Association found that 84 percent of people polled had never even heard of the word “aphasia.” National Aphasia Awareness Month this June is a great time to raise awareness about what […]
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Does bright light cause you vision problems? Do vision problems make it difficult to drive, do your job, or read? June is Cataract Awareness Month highlighting the eye condition that is the leading cause of blindness in the U.S. More than 25 million Americans have cataracts, and experts believe that number will grow to approximately […]
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As modern medicine helps keep our bodies healthy for longer, we have begun to understand how the brain ages. More people than ever have been affected by forms of dementia in recent decades. Between 1990 and 2016, dementia cases more than doubled from 20.2 million to 43.8 million. A third of older Americans now have […]
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“I go out walking after midnight Out in the moonlight, just like we used to do I’m always walking after midnight…” Okay, so maybe you’re not humming along with Patsy Cline at midnight anymore. But we all know that a walk can contribute to a healthy mind and a healthy body. However, you also know […]
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Once the oily breakouts of our teenage years are over, it’s easy to think that the worst of our skin care troubles are behind us. However, proper skin care is just as important for seniors. As we get older, our skin needs even more special attention to stay healthy. With a few easy changes, your […]
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We don’t often realize what we have until it’s gone, whether it’s the range of movement to walk down the stairs to access a laundry room or the ability to wash dishes without a flare-up of arthritis pain. Many simple tasks required for living alone can seem insurmountable. Those tasks can be even more difficult […]
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Forgetting to take a medication may seem inconsequential. After all, it’s just one little pill! But, missed doses can have major consequences for short-term and long-term outcomes. Whether it’s one pill or ten, it can be difficult to figure out a successful strategy for consistency. Add in requirements of taking pills multiple times a day, […]
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What care does your loved one with a neurological illness need to continue living a happy and healthy life? Alzheimer’s, dementia, and Parkinson’s are long-term conditions that usually require extensive monitoring and support. In addition to medical attention, seniors with these conditions often need help with daily tasks such as bathing, eating, and remaining mentally […]
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The role of a companion is to provide a better quality of life for seniors with friendly connections and assistance with daily activities. For socially isolated seniors, a companion is often essential in battling depression and feelings of loneliness. Companionship care offers social connection and emotional support for seniors to age peacefully in place. More […]
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In-home caregivers provide support for those in need. That may sound simple, but it is quite a big responsibility. If your loved one is experiencing difficulty taking care of themselves because of injury, chronic health problems, or memory issues, a caretaker is invaluable. The help of a caregiver provides added independence to those who desire […]
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