Planning Advanced Senior Care During COVID-19 Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot about the way we live. And if you are the caretaker of a senior, particularly one with a rapidly-declining condition, you may be struggling with how to make informed decisions on their behalf in the midst of the panic. Here is some advice that may help you manage…
Read MoreLife With ALS: Lessons From Stephen Hawking
Stephen Hawking was a revolutionary scientist who made many discoveries about the intricacies of black hole mechanics and singularities. In addition to be an incredible scientist he was a sufferer of ALS. He was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 21 and proceeded to live a remarkable life. His dedication to his fellow man…
Read MoreWhen is it Safe to End Covid-19 Home Isolation?
People with COVID-19 or its symptoms who: are recovering at home (or other non-hospital setting), and will not be tested to determine if they are no longer contagious can leave their “sick room” and home when: They have had no fever for at least 72 hours (that is three full days of no fever) without the…
Read MoreCaregiver Covid-19 Advice
If you are caring for someone with COVID-19 in non-healthcare settings, follow this advice to protect yourself and others. Learn what to do when someone has symptoms of COVID-19 or when someone has been diagnosed with the virus. This information also pertains to people who have tested positive but are not showing symptoms. *Note: Older adults…
Read MoreWhat is Covid-19?
The information about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) situation is changing rapidly. As a direct care worker, you are on the front lines, so it is vital that you stay informed. This class offers a brief overview of what we know about COVID-19, how it spreads, strategies for preventing it from spreading, and how to…
Read MoreHow to Plan Ahead to Afford Long-Term Care
While it can certainly be downright impossible to predict the future, there are some things we all can do to plan for optimal health. That starts with taking a good, hard look at your current state of health, daily habits, and family health history. When you take a full inventory of your health, you’ll gain…
Read MoreManaging Anxiety and Aging Parents
Meet Janice and Jack: Janice, 80, and Jack, 86, have been married for 60 years and have four children together. They have lived in the same home for more than fifty years and their dream is to remain in their home for the rest of their lives. While Janice has been relatively healthy over the…
Read MoreSenior Care Plan to Help Caregivers
Going into a caregiving role with a loved one without a senior care plan can lead to a build of up stress and tension. Fortunately, you can eliminate caregiver stress by organizing your goals with a care plan from the beginning. By the end of this article you will fully understand how to devise a…
Read MoreMaintaining Resilience for Seniors
Aging has never been the most popular topic. It’s complex and therefore scary. But you’ll have to enhance your life as a senior and decide to age well. Every day, more than ten thousand people turn 60. Therefore, we need to talk about aging. Those who think ahead about the age-related problems, like health issues,…
Read MorePhysician, NAHC Makes Medicare Home Care Coverage Case
This week, we wanted to share an article that explains the Medicare home care coverage case. This article shares that benefits that home care has on seniors and their families. Over the past few years, non-medical home care has become a pillar service within the broader health care continuum for its ability to improve outcomes…
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