Coping with Covid
Under any given circumstances, we do our best to balance the demands of keeping those we care for safe and healthy with our other responsibilities to ...
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Musician is a Hit With Homebound Seniors
Lately, it takes a lot to get a smile from Tamila Kazimov. The 74-year-old from Lakeway, TX, is suffering from oral cancer and mild dementia. But daug... Keep Reading
Tips for Talking to Your Senior Parents About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Adults age 65 and up and/or individuals with pre-existing health conditions (i.e. diabetes, asthma, etc.) are at the greatest risk of serious illness. Keep Reading
What to Look for When Visiting Older Adults During the Holidays
For many families, the holidays are the only time they have to spend together, and COVID-19 has made that more challenging. Phone calls and emails... Keep Reading
Celebrating Home Care and Hospice Month: How Home Care Can Help
November is Home Care and Hospice Month. Millions of nurses, home care aides and key staff members provide care in the homes of older adults, those... Keep Reading
How Family Caregivers Can Provide Care During COVID-19
Taking care of others, especially older loved ones, is a role that can be both incredibly rewarding and frustratingly challenging. Under the best... Keep Reading
What Family Caregivers Should Do if They Contract COVID-19
Caregiving for an older loved one can be challenging, and the current pandemic makes it even more so. Older adults (especially those with... Keep Reading
Keeping the Home Safe and Sanitary During COVID-19
Health and safety are paramount for us all during COVID-19. However, we must take special care to protect people in at-risk groups. According to the.. Keep Reading
6 Questions to Ask a Home Care Agency
Finding a home care agency to watch over a parent, grandparent, spouse or another older loved one is a serious responsibility. Do you know what to... Keep Reading
Loneliness and Aging: An Epidemic
According to the results of a recent University of Michigan-AARP poll of adults between 50 and 80, one in three adults does not have regular... Keep Reading
Making Masks More Comfortable for Older Adults
The coronavirus pandemic has been a frightening time for all of us, but it has been especially stressful for those in high-risk groups, including... Keep Reading
Staying Safe During Summer Vacation
Summer is here once again, which means sunny days, hot weather, and of course a well-deserved and long-awaited vacation. Unfortunately, this year we.. Keep Reading
Tips for an Effective Telemedicine Appointment for Older Adults
More and more states are beginning to open after relaxing rules and regulations regarding which businesses can open and how many people can gather at. Keep Reading
Easing Grief After Loss for Older Adults During COVID-19
The coronavirus (COVID-19) fatality rate has surpassed 100,000 confirmed deaths in the United States as of the end of May. This is a trying time for.. Keep Reading
The "Music Man" of COVID-19
Steve Toll sings tunes from the 30s to the 60s in a quest to connect with seniors and those living with dementia through music and conversation. When ... Keep Reading
ComForCare in Richmond Interviewed by CBS News
Marques Jones, President of ComForCare of northwest Richmond, says social distancing is difficult during in-home care, which often requires close cont... Keep Reading
Importance of Handwashing
While handwashing is always an important practice for preventing the spread of illness and infection, it has been pulled front and center during the.. Keep Reading
Home-based Care Providers Are an Essential Part of Navigating the Nation Back from Pandemic
Janice Pollard writes in Medium.com, "Caregivers showcase compassion every day just by the nature of the job they are in, but their dedication and wil... Keep Reading
Home Health Care News: "Calm Before the Storm: In-Home Care Providers Brace for COVID-19 Surge"
Sean Kajcienski, COO of Best Life Brands, is quoted in Home Health Care News, "We've got to be a little bit more flexible, adaptable and responsive to... Keep Reading
How the Coronavirus Can Affect Older Adults
In light of COVID-19, it is important for all to stay vigilant and protect ourselves as best we can. While COVID-19 can affect a person of any age or. Keep Reading