Posts by Perry C. Doc Alleva, Owner & Administrator
Is Your Aging Adult’s Home Telling You Something that She Can’t?
Sometimes you have to look to other items in your aging adult’s life to let you know that she’s having problems. One such item could be your elder family member’s home itself. It Isn’t as Clean as Usual If your aging adult’s home isn’t as clean as it usually is, this can be a sign…
Read MoreImportance of Focusing on Your Own Needs When You are a Caregiver
The whole point of you being a family caregiver for your elderly parent is to make sure that their needs are met and that they are able to live the highest quality of life possible. As you are focusing your time, energy, efforts, and resources to accomplishing this goal, however, it is critical that you…
Read MoreWhat Should Your Elderly Loved One Have Beside Her Bed at Night?
Keeping the right items beside your loved one’s bed at night can help her to be prepared and it can give you peace of mind. A Phone and a List of Emergency Numbers Having a phone nearby, whether it’s a landline or a cell phone, is essential. Make sure that you also have a list…
Read MoreWays to Keep Your Elderly Loved One Sleeping Well with COPD
If your elderly loved one has COPD, you might have noticed that sometimes her sleep can be hit or miss. There are a variety of reasons that this can be the case and it can take some digging to get to the full answer for your loved one. Talk to Your Loved One’s Doctor Your…
Read MoreDo You Know the Signs of Hypoglycemia?
People with diabetes sometimes experience hypoglycemia (also called low blood sugar or low blood glucose) because of treatments for diabetes. In general, when a person’s blood sugar levels drop below 70 mg/dl, they become hypoglycemic and need immediate assistance to bring blood sugar levels back to a normal range of between 70 and 110 mg/dl.…
Read MoreTips for the Family Caregiver
Becoming a family caregiver can bring a variety of emotions and experiences into one’s life. From overwhelmingly beautiful moments to stressful and challenging times, it’s a period in one’s life that requires focused attention and a specific set of tools in order to help you thrive. Here are some tips and tools that can help…
Read MoreHome Care Focus: Housekeeping Assistance
As a family caregiver you are always thinking about what is best for your parent and what you can do to make sure that they live the highest quality of life possible. One element of this is determining if adding home care to their routine is right for them. Starting home care for them can…
Read MoreWhat Can Cause Falls for Your Elderly Loved One?
Falls are one of the biggest problems that your elderly loved one can face. Keeping your loved one from experiencing a bad fall can be as simple as paying attention to one of these factors. Talk to your loved one’s doctor about other factors that might affect her specifically. Poor Physical Strength It’s easy to…
Read MoreWhat is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects more than 1.5 million people in the United States. It’s a painful condition that can make mobility difficult. If your elder parent has been diagnosed with RA, you may be wondering what that means and if help is available. Arming yourself with knowledge about RA is the first step in ensuring…
Read MoreAids to Help Your Senior Parent Cook Independently
Many people find cooking harder as they get older. Their hands may not be able to grip as well or they may have problems with dexterity that make some kitchen items hard to use. Although family caregivers and in-home senior care providers may be able to cook for seniors, for many people cooking is a…
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