Monthly Archives: May 2019

What is a Pediatric Home Health Nurse? Understanding the Role of In-Home Pediatric Nurses

2019-05-29T19:40:58+00:00

There is some misconception that in-home nurses are typically only needed for older adults, seniors or the elderly with chronic conditions or health complications. While a home health nurse can be a huge support for the elderly--especially in cases of recovery after hospitalization, chronic disease or in-depth symptom management or pain control--they can also be [...]

What is a Pediatric Home Health Nurse? Understanding the Role of In-Home Pediatric Nurses2019-05-29T19:40:58+00:00

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors: How to Keep Your Elderly Loved One Safe all Summer Long

2019-05-29T19:41:21+00:00

Summer can be a wonderful time of outdoor activities, relaxation and spending time with family and friends. Many seniors enjoy the summer months and their warmer temperatures and sunshine. But for some seniors and elderly folks, summer brings safety concerns that family members and caregivers should monitor. While summer doesn’t have winter’s cold snaps or [...]

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors: How to Keep Your Elderly Loved One Safe all Summer Long2019-05-29T19:41:21+00:00

In-Home Physical Therapy for Seniors: What to Expect

2019-05-15T17:23:05+00:00

Many seniors will experience long illness, surgery or even age-related pain that limits mobility or movement. In some cases, like stroke or hip replacement, an elderly individual may need support with walking or learning to reuse limbs. Each of these situations generally requires physical therapy, which will be prescribed by a doctor or specialist. Some [...]

In-Home Physical Therapy for Seniors: What to Expect2019-05-15T17:23:05+00:00

How to Deal with Elderly Parents Who Refuse Help: 7 Expert Tips

2019-05-15T17:24:58+00:00

Aging can be a difficult process to navigate, both for parents and their kids. Sometimes aging is gradual and individuals are able to prepare for or meet needs as they arise. Other times, the children of elderly parents notice sudden changes in behavior or health. Falls, loss of appetite, difficulty with mobility and other signs [...]

How to Deal with Elderly Parents Who Refuse Help: 7 Expert Tips2019-05-15T17:24:58+00:00