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Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Cognitive Change
No matter the cause, conditions that result in a change of mood, memory or the thinking process are especially tough. When these are associated with aging, we often call them “Alzheimer’s,” but in reality, Alzheimer’s is just one of many different...
Technologies for Ageing in Place
Motion sensors or a robotic medical exam may save your life someday. Today’s upsurge in remote health-monitoring technology is redefining the landscape of “ageing in place,” the decision to continue living in one’s home of choice as independently and...
Socialization –– How It Benefits Caregivers and Care Receivers
When my dad reached the point when he could no longer negotiate stairs, it put a stop to a lot of the activities he and my mother used to enjoy. One thing my mother especially missed was a monthly potluck luncheon at their church. One day, Mom...
6 Reasons Why You Should Tell Your Doctor About Memory Problems
We all know that some changes are a natural part of aging. You might find you need reading glasses to catch up on your News Feed. There’s a chance you’ll need to turn the TV volume up a few notches. There may even come a day when you trade in your...
Self-Care for the ‘Sandwich Generation’
One person called it “a crushing weight”. Others call it exhausting, overwhelming and complicated. Those and many other words describe the caregiving challenges of the “sandwich generation”. But there is a flip side. At least one study has shown that...
How Adaptive Devices Can Help You Age in Place
“Time to cook dinner”! “You relax in the living room while I fold the laundry”. Those sound like ordinary moments of daily life for most people. But for millions of seniors who want to age in place or who are living with a disability, each of those...
How Communities Can Make a Difference in Fall Prevention
“I would take a walk in my neighborhood, but the sidewalk is rough and uneven”. “I cannot find a direct bus route to my doctor’s office”. Those are among the many types of challenges seniors may face in their communities. The natural consequences of...
Five Signs That You Need Personal Service Worker Assistance
Looking after an ailing loved one is a major responsibility, but one many of us are happy to accept. However, no matter how well you plan for these changes in your life, there is always the risk of taking on too much. If this happens, your health...
What if your loved one does not like the caregiver?
Ask your Care Planner is a series where a Right at Home Care Planner dives into some of the questions our clients and their families ask. If you would like to submit your own questions or speak to a Care Planner please call us at 1-855-983-4663 or use the...
Easing the Burden of Spousal Caregivers
You care well for your ill, disabled or aging spouse, but is your own health slipping? Spousal caregivers are at risk for stress-related conditions including anxiety, depression, headaches, backaches and sleep deprivation. Eventually, care for an ailing...
