Understanding Home Care Benefits for Veterans
When it comes to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), the Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care Benefit, offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), plays a crucial role in supporting the well-being and independence of eligible Veterans. Keep Reading
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Home Care Assistance for Older Adults
If you have an aging family member, chances are high that they want to continue living at home for... Keep Reading
Technology-Supported Care for Medication Management
Technology is playing an increasing role in the care management of older adults. When it comes to medication self-management, there are several challenges, especially when managing polypharmacy for chronic conditions. Keep Reading
Your Guide to Hiring the Perfect Senior Caregiver for In-Home Help
Are you taking care of an aging family member at home? Is an older adult in your life beginning to... Keep Reading
Aging Life Care Professionals and Impact on Care
In the journey of aging, having the right support system can make a significant difference in the quality of life an individual will experience. Keep Reading
Strategies for Quality Transitions of Care
A successful transition of care process that starts with good planning and communication is essential for quality care and the prevention of unnecessary hospital readmissions. Keep Reading
Senior Nutrition: Top 5 Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults
Good nutrition is important, no matter your age. Eating right is how your body gets vital... Keep Reading
Best Practice: Fall Prevention Strategies
Falls affect the quality of life of all individuals, especially older adults. As we get older, age-related changes increase the risk of injury from falls, limiting activities and social engagements, and resulting in physical decline and more complex conditions. Keep Reading
Managing Chronic Conditions at Home: The Role of Smart Tech for Seniors
Chronic diseases—like arthritis, diabetes, dementia, and heart disease—affect seniors... Keep Reading
Nourishing Mind, Body & Spirit in Aging
Research has shown that food holds cultural and emotional significance for older adults, contributing to their overall well-being in old age. Meals are not solely about fulfilling physical hunger; they encompass social, emotional, and cultural dimensions that play a crucial role in promoting the holistic well-being of older adults. Keep Reading
Leveraging Technology for Fall Risk Detection
As the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among adults aged 65 and older, falls result in more than 3 million injuries treated in emergency departments annually, including over 800,000 hospitalizations. Keep Reading
Home Care vs. Home Health Care: What’s the Difference?
The decision to seek senior care services for a loved one can feel overwhelming. With so many... Keep Reading
Strategies for Implementing Person-Centered Dementia Care
It is estimated that more than 50 million people worldwide are living with dementia, and this number is expected to increase rapidly to 131 million by 2050. Keep Reading
Frontotemporal Dementia: Best Practice Strategies
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is the most common form of dementia for individuals under 60, impacting roughly 50,000 people in the U.S. However, experts consider that number to be a vast undercount because of how challenging it can be to diagnose. Keep Reading
Aging in Place: A 5-Step Roadmap for Living at Home Safely
If you are reaching retirement age or have a loved one 65+, you may have heard the term... Keep Reading
Best Practice Considerations: In-Home Care vs. Medical Home Health
Did you know there are differences between the services provided by in-home care and medical home health providers? A study by Johns Hopkins shows that about 25 million older Americans rely on home-based services as they age in place. Keep Reading
Alzheimer’s Facts, Figures & Best Practices
Millions of Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or other dementias. As the size of the U.S. population aged 65 and older continues to grow, so too will the number of Americans with AD or other dementias. Keep Reading
Your Guide to the Latest Alzheimer’s Association Facts & Figures
Since 2007, the Alzheimer’s Association has published an Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures... Keep Reading
Welcome to ComForConnections
At Your Side Home Care is excited to announce the launch of our new educational podcast for aging services professionals, ComForConnections. Keep Reading
Fall Prevention 101: A Guide for Seniors & Families
Millions of older people fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and... Keep Reading
