The easy answer to the question, “Is your loved one at risk for cataracts?” is yes. More than 50% of elderly individuals over the age of 80 develop a cataract or two. A cataract is a cloudy area that forms in the lens of the eye. It can cause the person who has one to…
Aging experts warn that loneliness is becoming an epidemic among seniors. Seniors, especially seniors aging at home, have a high risk of becoming socially isolated and lonely. For seniors, forming new social connections can enhance overall well-being, provide a sense of belonging, and contribute to a vibrant and active lifestyle. But it can be difficult…
According to studies more than 15 million older adults are classified as obese. Seniors that are obese have a higher risk of developing very serious illnesses like diabetes and heart disease. Being obese can also cause high cholesterol and other health problems for seniors. Seniors who have significant amounts of belly fat may have even…
When seniors are aging in place they need to find new ways to manage doing household chores. Seniors will lose some of their strength and flexibility as they get older so making sure they are safe while they are doing household tasks is important. Otherwise they could be more likely to experience a fall at…
Even if your loved one doesn’t have the space to garden at his home, his home care provider might be able to bring him to a community garden where he can grow what he desires in a plot along with other community gardeners.
Choosing Nu Care for companion care services offers a multitude of benefits that make a significant difference in the lives of clients and their families.
Summer is a great time to try some golfing if you’ve never played before. Your elderly loved one may also like to play along and from July 22-24, it’s Family Golf Week so set aside some time to have some fun putting around the course. As the caregiver of an aging loved one, you might…
Often seniors find it difficult to communicate with people around them in a way that feels more than superficial. This can happen for a lot of reasons, but it can leave seniors feeling even more alone. Working with companion care at home can offer seniors more time with people who use active listening to improve…
As seniors age in place, napping can boost their needed daily energy. Here are a few senior care tips to nap the right way without ruining nightly sleep.
Strokes are extremely common, especially in seniors. Hiring a professional home care team can help your loved on during the recovery process.
