Senior care providers always work hard to provide a safe, comfortable environment for the elderly. Despite even the best efforts, dangers still lurk in many homes and assisted living facilities. Here are five dangers you should look for in your home or in the homes of the people you care for. Poor lighting. Poor lighting […]
Eye problems are a serious concern, especially as you grow older. Millions of people in the United States struggle with vision impairment, and a great number of those individuals are over the age of 65. Research shows that regular care can reduce eye problems by as much as 50 percent. Many older adults do not seek […]
You may not get out as much as you used to. You were once a social butterfly, dashing from one engagement to the next. Since you retired, though, your social life has slowed down. People who maintain strong social connections to others tend to live longer and suffer fewer age-related conditions. Improving your social life […]
Each year, one in three adults age 65 and over takes a fall, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Our inner ear controls balance, and as a person ages structures inside the ear can decline, leading to problems balancing while sitting and standing. Doing exercises to promote balance is especially important […]
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can mean big changes to the family dynamic. It’s not just the big decisions – even day-to-day life can be altered. Getting the right home care can help. Home care – helping your loved one dress Chances are the only thought you give to getting dressed is considering what to wear. As […]
Between 2008 and 2050, the US population aged 85 and over is expected to triple. This means home care will only become all the more important. If your parents are nearing an age where professional home care may be of benefit, Always Best Care can help to guide your decisions. Since 1996 we’ve provided non-medical […]
