Top Home Care Services that Make a Big Difference for Seniors
With each year that goes by, exponentially more Americans reach retirement age. And over half of... Keep Reading
Can I Afford In-Home Care for My Loved One?
If your loved one turned 65 in America today, they have almost a 70% chance of needing long-term... Keep Reading
How Transitional Care Helps Seniors Recover from Surgery at Home
When an older relative has surgery, they’re entering a vulnerable time. They’ll need... Keep Reading
Top Ways to Make the Seniors in Your Life Feel Appreciated
August 21 is World Senior Citizen’s Day, a day where communities across the globe celebrate... Keep Reading
How Do I Know if My Elderly Loved One Needs Home Care?
Retirement age can be a wonderfully fulfilling time for most adults, a time when they can live... Keep Reading
Mental Health Awareness Month: Spotlight on Senior Home Care
Entering older age comes with a lot of strong emotions. Turning 65 marks retirement for many: a... Keep Reading
Ten Questions Every Loved One Should Review with a Potential Home Care Provider
Realizing that an elderly loved one needs assistance can be tough. Whether it’s a parent,... Keep Reading
The Importance of Expressing Love as We Age
In this busy world it’s so easy to get wrapped up in our everyday practices. Between personal and work obligations we can easily neglect the most important aspect of our relationships with our loved ones: expressing love.
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About Frontotemporal Dementia
Receiving a Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep Reading
Poor Sleep Can Increase Dementia Risks
Sleep is essential for our mental and physical health in all walks of life, but many older adults... Keep Reading
Documents to Prepare With Your Older Loved One
Important paperwork and documents are markers of adulthood, and they become even more important as... Keep Reading
The Silent Thief of Sight: What You Need to Know About Glaucoma
It’s the second leading cause of blindness in the world – glaucoma. It affects more and... Keep Reading
The "Music Man" of COVID-19
Steve Toll sings tunes from the 30s to the 60s in a quest to connect with seniors and those living with dementia through music and conversation. When COVID-19 hit, Steve started getting on Facebook daily to help engage and connect with seniors who are sheltering-in-place.
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Marques Jones of ComForCare in Northwest Richmond is Interviewed by CBS News
Marques Jones, President of ComForCare of northwest Richmond, says social distancing is difficult during in-home care, which often requires close contact for things like feeding, bathing and grooming. Keep Reading
Home-based Care Providers Are an Essential Part of Navigating the Nation Back from Pandemic
Janice Pollard writes in Medium.com, "Caregivers showcase compassion every day just by the nature of the job they are in, but their dedication and willingness to continue caring for clients during a pandemic is nothing short of heroic." Keep Reading
At Your Side Goes Beyond Just Home Care
we like to go beyond basic care needs and make sure that each client is receiving specialized services that help them go from just living to living their best life possible. We have many partnerships in place to enhance our services. Keep Reading
Benefits of the Arts: Ideas of How to Incorporate the Arts Into the Lives of Older Adults
There is growing research that engaging with the arts can improve health – both mental and physical. Here are some ideas on how to incorporate the arts into everyday life. Keep Reading
How Exercise Can Help Your Heart, No Matter Your Age
If you want to start a new exercise routine but have reservations because you’ve suffered from a heart attack or have been diagnosed with a cardiovascular disease, there is good news. A new study shows that the benefits of routine exercise can help with heart health at any age.
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Safety Tips for New Walker Users
Walkers can help older adults and those with disabilities remain independent and safe by providing... Keep Reading
Fluzone for Seniors - How Is It Different?
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder it can only mean one thing, flu season is here once again. To avoid getting sick, you might bundle up before going outside or wash your hands before eating. Additionally, it may be a good idea to look into getting a flu shot as well.* The statement rings especially true for anyone over the age of 65 as the flu can be harder to fight off as we age. Luckily, for anyone 65 and older, a new drug called Fluzone could help ward off the flu this season. Keep Reading
