Exercise is an important part of everyone’s life, especially as you age. It not only keeps you active, but also helps to ward off various diseases, and helps to strengthen the heart and mind. Water exercise is one of the least strenuous ways to strengthen the body, and it comes with a variety of benefits. […]
According to the CDC, the most common reason that injuries occur in the bathroom is due to falling. The statistics are based on ages 15 and up, but the dangers increase as people age. A simple slip in the tub or shower can turn into a very serious injury for anyone. Learning how to avoid […]
Summertime brings many beautiful vegetable gardens at homes and public places, everywhere. Along with easy access to fresh fruits and vegetables, gardening also provides time for a healthy hobby for seniors. Whether your relative loves to nurture plants from a seedling, or they simply enjoy eating the fruits of others’ labors, gardening has many benefits. […]
Roseville, CA (June 23, 2013) Always Best Care Senior Services has been named as one of “25 Great Franchising Opportunities for African Americans” by Black Enterprise magazine. Based in Roseville, CA just outside the state capitol in Sacramento, Always Best Care is one of the nation’s leading providers of non-medical in-home care, assisted living […]
Going to the doctor does not have to mean that you are sick. What many people do not realize is that going to the doctor when they are not sick can save their life. Finding out about problems with one’s health, early on, can help them take the necessary steps to correct the issue before […]
West Nile Virus is here, again, and is posing a risk to seniors’ care during the hot summer months and well into September. This disease, which is spread by mosquitos, puts even the healthiest senior at home at risk for serious illness and possibly even death. Understanding the disease and how to protect against it […]
Indigestion is uncomfortable, yet can be prevented in many cases with a proper diet and lifestyle. Recognizing the signs is important to eliminate the worry of other, more serious conditions. If you suspect that your relative is suffering from some type of discomfort, talk to his or her in-home care provider to discuss the possibility […]
The medicine cabinet is one area of anyone’s home that typically gets overlooked as a place to clean or organize. Because medicines only have a limited shelf life, it is important to go through it once in a while to remove expired medicines as well as any that might interfere with new medications a senior […]
As the economy improves, many people are still hanging on tight to their finances. Given the economic decline that we experienced in the last few years, this is not a bad idea for anyone. Seniors are no exception to this new habit. If your senior relative is considering ways to save more money, they can […]
The risks of having a stroke are frightening to say the least. Because no one can predict if and when they are going to experience this life threatening illness, it is important to encourage everyone to take the necessary precautions to avoid it from occurring in the first place. If everyone does their best to […]
