janeb13 / Pixabay We’re generally familiar with the idea of physical therapy, especially when some sort of trauma is involved. Physical therapists are often recommended to help people regain movement, strength, and flexibility after something happened, everything from a broken…
Image by Besno Pile from Pixabay Just about every long-term care advocate says the best time to start thinking about this service is long before you need it. In some cases, it may mean starting the process years earlier, even…
Occupational therapy: hand function training in stroke patient by using various colors pegboard at a therapy room in the hospital. For years, when people hurt their heads so badly their behaviors were affected, there wasn’t a lot to do about…
Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay It’s true that just about anyone can be a caregiver. After all, some people with a health condition may enjoy having someone around in case of emergencies. They may be interested in…
Photo by Jon Flobrant on Unsplash Today’s seniors have a lot to worry about, from their health to the health of their loved ones to what’s happening in the world. One common and valid concern that many share is a…
eliola / Pixabay Dementias are one of those medical conditions that impact individuals as well as the people around them, including their caregivers. Though every situation is a little different, people with certain dementias, such as Alzheimer’s disease, may follow…
klimkin / Pixabay There’s good news and bad news for people who feel challenged trying to drink at least eight glasses of water a day. Caregivers will tell you that figure is more of a guideline to make sure you…
Smiling caregiver nurse and disabled senior patient in walker using digital tablet outdoor Part of the appeal of receiving home health care is that so many experts in different fields are able to come together to offer assistance, sometimes at…
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Lung cancer isn’t something to be celebrated, but fewer deaths from it is something that a lot of people are finding joy in, especially caregivers who have seen how devastating this condition can be. This trend…
Senior Man In Dressing Gown Using Walking Frame Being Helped By Female Care Worker Until a complete cure is found, many of those dealing with spinal muscular atrophy along with any loved ones in their life will continue to look…