If a loved one has started to show signs of or is currently living with dementia, it can be difficult to cope with for both parties. In order to care for someone with dementia, a clear understanding of the condition is needed. Dementia is not a disease itself. It is a general term that is…
As your parents get older, there may come a time when they can no longer do everything for themselves and, they will require some assistance. If you are in this situation now, it can be difficult to even figure out to how to get started with taking care of your parents. Here are a few…
Independent senior living is feasible if you are willing to make adjustments. When keeping elders safe in their own home, often times it requires altering areas of the home or adding products that aid in their daily routine. In every room of the house, there may need to be some kind of tool or product…
It is very likely that you know someone who either has Alzheimer’s or is in a high-risk group for developing this terrible disease. Often, Alzheimer’s symptoms will show up physically before mental symptoms begin to become apparent. Sometimes, physical changes can give a red flag that an elderly person may have Alzheimers or a related…
One of the questions most asked of our senior care experts is how to reduce the impact of aging. Increasing your longevity is an admirable goal to strive for, but it would be in vain if you feel lethargic and sick. The key is not just longevity, but to maintain health during those golden years.…
As your parents grow older, it can become difficult to take care of them as you are trying to balance the other areas in your life. In-home senior care can help ease the burden of taking care of you parents and improve the quality of life for both you and your parents. Comforts of Home…
Getting older can seem scary or it can be great, it all depends on your outlook. You attitude determines your altitude so think positive and it will be positive. It’s not getting old, it’s growing. You don’t “get” old. It’s not something you grab at the store. You GROW old, because you grow with time.…
Falling isn’t really a major problem when you are younger, but it poses a serious health risk for older adults. Many people do not realize that falling is one of the leading causes of injury and injury-related death in older adults. And it happens quite frequently as well; one in three older adults will fall…
At Comforts of Home, veterans have a special place in our hearts. No person who is in need of elder care services should go without, but we need to make sure that we especially take care of those who have served our country. Unfortunately, many veterans do not receive the care they need simply because…
Home Care or Assisted Living: What’s Right for Your Parents? Mom or dad needs help, and it’s time to choose which senior care option is best. Ultimately, it’s a matter of preference when it comes to choosing between assisted living and home care, but you’ll still need to weigh the pros and cons of each.…
Should I Get Home Care For My Aging Parents? As you grow older, your parents aren’t getting any younger. They used to take care of you, but now it’s time for you to take care of them. Sometimes it’s not possible for you to give your parents all the time and care that they really…
How to Guard Against Senior Fraud Senior fraud is a growing concern, and there is a surprising reason for it. People who were born in the 30s, 40s and 50s were raised up to be polite and they find it difficult to say no to someone who is nice to them. Fraudsters also target seniors…
