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Simple Steps to Take to Reduce Your Parent’s Risk of Diabetes
Homecare Fairfax VA-When your parent is facing a serious health risk such as diabetes, it is extremely important to recognize the individual risks so together you can take steps to reduce them, and boost their health.
Read MoreA Wonderful Review from a Great Client!
Home Care in Fairfax VA: In case I haven’t mentioned it lately, we are very pleased with the care mom is getting. The caregiver really goes above and beyond! In our Alzheimer’s support group when we mention all the things your caregiver does for mom, people are just shocked at how much she does.
Read More4 Easy Ways to Keep Blood Pressure Under Control
Home Health Care Alexandria VA – There are effective treatments for high blood pressure and lifestyle changes that can make a big difference, too. Here are 4 easy ways to help older adults keep blood pressure within a healthy range.
Read MoreHiring Elderly Care Providers for Respite Care
Elderly Care Arlington VA-Without some kind of regular respite, family caregivers risk damaging their own health and wellness due to their devotion to their elderly parent’s needs while ignoring their own. You can avoid this level of stress by hiring elderly care providers for respite care.
Read MoreFive Keys to Keeping Yourself on Track as a Caregiver
Caregiver Herndon VA-When you’re paying close attention to your own self-care as a caregiver you have more to give to the other people in your life, including your aging family member.
Read MoreDoes Your Aging Loved One Have a Shelter in Place Plan?
Home Care Services Ashburn VA-Here are five steps in a shelter in place plan for aging adults who are bedridden or otherwise contained to a room during a fire.
Read MoreWhat Are You Doing Right as a Caregiver?
Senior Care in Vienna VA: Have you found yourself pointing out what you’ve done wrong lately while being a caregiver? If so, you might want to focus on what you’re actually doing right. Even if you’re not doing each of these things perfectly, even making the attempt is worth a pat on the back.
Read MoreHow Often Should You Go Over Your Dad’s Medications With Him?
Caregiver in McLean VA: AARP surveyed almost 2,000 older adults in 2016. Of those surveys, 3 out of 4 admitted they take at least one prescription medication. Of those who are specifically over the age of 65, 4 out of 5 admit they take two or more medications.
Read MoreGiving Care When You Live Far Away
Elder Care in Great Falls VA: When you and your elderly family member don’t live near each other it’s difficult to ensure she’s getting help when she needs it.
Read MoreCreative Ways to Enjoy the Benefits of Oatmeal
Home Care in Oakton VA: Oatmeal is one of the healthiest ways to start the day. This simple and yet highly customizable food contains a wide range of nutrients, including fiber to promote good blood cholesterol and healthy digestion as well as a feeling of fullness that controls appetite and helps manage weight, vitamins and minerals, complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, and more.
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