Home Care Assistance of Tucson Blog
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on July 9, 2018
Summer is often too warm for seniors to prepare meals in the kitchen, but they may not want to compromise on a healthy diet either. Fortunately, there are a variety of nutritious and easy-to-prepare recipes for the elderly. Here are a few summertime meal suggestions …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on June 25, 2018
Many seniors experience back pain. Whether it’s the result of a diagnosed condition or a poor night’s sleep, there are plenty of ways to minimize pain and enhance spinal health. By adopting the following strategies, you can help your senior loved one maintain a healthy …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on June 11, 2018
Dementia can be a difficult condition for anyone to understand, but it can be especially challenging for kids. If their grandparent begins to show signs of dementia, children will naturally want to know why he or she is behaving differently. In these cases, it’s always …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on May 28, 2018
As the warm weather approaches, seniors have abundant opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. However, sunny skies also raise the chance of sustaining sunburns. By taking a few precautions, you can help your aging loved one prevent the discomfort and damage caused by extensive sun exposure. …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on May 14, 2018
If your senior loved one isn’t regularly eating breakfast, he or she might not be getting enough vitamins, minerals, and calories. Skipping the first meal of the day can also result in erratic behavior, mood swings, and afternoon energy crashes. Here are some simple, flavorful, …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on April 23, 2018
Finding stimulating activities for a senior loved one with dementia can be a challenging task. However, it doesn’t mean you should give up. Engaging in activities can help your loved one boost his or her mood and slow the progression of dementia. Here are some …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on April 16, 2018
As a leading provider of senior care, Home Care Assistance Tucson wants to keep families informed about the latest information regarding at-home care and elderly wellbeing, as changes in the coming years could affect their aging loved ones’ quality of life. Here are a few statistics that can help you plan better for your loved one’s future, as well as your own.
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on April 9, 2018
Many seniors today spent long hours in the sun before they understood the risks of getting too much exposure to ultraviolet light. While you can’t undo your aging loved one’s past, it is possible to take steps now to prevent skin cancer from developing. Use …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on March 26, 2018
After spending a lot of time caregiving, you may feel like taking a break. However, many family caregivers find themselves at a loss when they are free from their caregiving duties. If you cannot think of anything to do while on your break, try one …
By Mark Schmidt, 9:00 am on March 12, 2018
Providing care for an elderly spouse often comes with a unique set of difficulties. It can be challenging to transition from a spousal relationship to one of caregiver and care recipient, and it may pose many emotional, mental, and physical challenges. Here are a few …
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