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21Sep, 2020
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Falls Awareness Prevention Week!

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Below are some suggestions to make your home safer: Keep pathways clear Keep stairs and walkways clean by removing objects that you could trip over. Add storage for things that are usually on the floor, such as shoes or papers. Be aware of uneven surfaces Look out for changes in the level of flooring, such as in doorways or in between carpeting and tile. Remove throw rugs or use a rug gripper underneath to secure them to the floor. If you can move a rug easily with your foot, you […]
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24Aug, 2020
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Preparing for a Natural Disaster

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It is important to get involved in helping an older person in your family to prepare for a disaster. Natural disasters can be especially worrisome for seniors who might be at risk. Take this time of preparedness to help those who can’t help themselves.   Visit Here for More Information: https://aging.com/disaster-preparedness-for-seniors/
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14Aug, 2020
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Fact Friday!

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Fact Friday!   Regular exercise prevents bone loss and incidence of fractures; it increases the muscle strength and hence the balance and co-ordination.   Remember to stay active during this time. Try to go on a walk or two a day!   WWW.HHPROS.COM
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12Aug, 2020
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10 Ways For Seniors To Stay Cool In Hot Weather

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Drink plenty of cool water throughout the day (don’t wait until they feel thirsty) and avoid alcohol and caffeine Eat cooling snacks like homemade popsicles (Tip: catch drips with a cupcake liner), frozen peas, or slightly frozen grapes Eat light, cold meals like chicken or pasta salad instead of heavy, hot dishes like pot roast Place a cool washcloth on the back of the neck and a pan of cool water close by to periodically re-cool the towel Sit with feet in a pan of cool (but not too cold) water Keep the house […]
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3Aug, 2020
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Home Health vs. Home Care: What’s the Difference?

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The terms “home care” and “home health” sound similar, but they provide distinctly different services. Home care offers non-clinical help, such as meal prep and companionship, while home health provides professional medical assistance. Another difference is that home health is generally covered by Medicare or private insurance while home care isn’t. Both types of care, however, are available to your loved one in the comfort of their home and can be tailored to fit their needs. Home health care Home health care is clinical, medical supervision provided by a licensed professional. Registered […]
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20Jul, 2020
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Protecting A Senior Against Coronavirus

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Older people are known to be more at risk of serious illness due to coronavirus, especially those with pre-existing conditions and those who are immune-compromised. The majority of older adults do not live in residential facilities and instead are cared for by family members, therefore the coronavirus outbreak is especially worrisome for those who are living with elderly loved ones in a multigenerational home. Family caregivers should take the following precautions to protect seniors from COVID-19: Follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for social distancing. Don’t panic, […]
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24Jun, 2020
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Fall Risks and Fall Prevention Tips

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There is nothing more important than slip and fall prevention when providing elderly care. Fall risk prevention means making the home or living environment as safe as possible for a parent, grandparent, or an elderly person. According to the CDC, traumatic brain injuries resulting from falls caused roughly 8,000 deaths and 56,000 hospitalizations in the past three years. The risks of women suffering from fall fractures are alarming, with nearly 72% of seniors admitted to hospitals for hip fractures being women. Those who fall three or four times a year […]
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