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Keys to Senior Fitness
As we age, physical fitness becomes more important than ever. Regular exercise and healthy eating habits are key to sustaining energy, maintaining independence, and managing pain. An active lifestyle also helps seniors improve memory, regulate moods, and stay focused. A regular schedule for sleep, exercise, and nutritious eating should be part of all in home […]
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The Care Gap: The Declining Supply of Qualified Caregivers
Caregivers are an essential part of our social fabric. At least eight in ten seniors who receive extended care do so within their own homes, either through family members or employees of a private homecare agency. Unfortunately, years of studies have found that looming demographic changes threaten to erode that fabric. In 2010, there were […]
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The Challenges and Rewards of Caregiving
When an elderly loved one can no longer fully care for themselves, the responsibility is commonly taken on by family members. What often begins as part-time help such as paying bills or driving Mom or Dad to appointments may quickly become full-time work. 45 million Americans are currently struggling to balance their own lives while […]
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The Importance of Sun Protection in Older Adults
You know that using sun protection helps prevent skin from aging, but what about people who are already older? Do they need to use sun protection, too? While concerns about vanity may not be as prevalent among the over-65 bracket, it does not mean they should forgo sunscreen. In fact, aging skin presents specific concerns […]
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7 Reasons to Become a Caregiver Today
Becoming a family caregiver in Phoenix requires unwavering dedication, stamina, and hard work– both physical and mental. While it is a challenging and all-encompassing career, caregiving also offers profound rewards for those who look past its demands and approach the job with compassion. If you are considering a job with a caregiver agency, here are […]
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Tips for Traveling with Seniors
For many families, the idea of taking their aging loved one on vacation brings with it feelings of undue stress and worry. However, by taking the time to plan, traveling with a senior can be an enjoyable experience for everyone involved. To get you off on the right foot, our homecare agency in Phoenix has […]
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Creating a Caregiving Team
If you’re like most family caregivers looking after an aging parent or relative, you haven’t exactly trained for the responsibilities or challenging new role you now face. But with the right help and support, you can create an effective caregiving team and save yourself from burnout in the process. Conduct Family Meetings Get everyone involved […]
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Helping Seniors Avoid Social Isolation
A recent study published by The Journal of Primary Prevention, outlines the high incidence rate (over 40 percent) of social isolation among seniors living at home versus those living in a senior community. What’s so alarming about these findings is the fact that social isolation or loneliness has been linked to numerous negative health effects […]
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Signs it May be Time for Senior Care
Bringing up the topic of elderly care in Phoenix to an aging loved one can be a difficult thing to do. Well-meaning family members and senior caregivers in Phoenix may be afraid of encroaching on their loved one’s sense of independence or privacy. They may even go so far as to justify a declining state […]
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Winter Hazards for Aging Adults
Winter is here, and as we’ve witnessed, for many across the country, so are snow, ice and extreme freezing temperatures. Even for those of us in Arizona, where winter is considered by many to be a beautiful time of the year, the elements can still pose a threat, especially if you’re an older adult. Arizona […]
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