by Bruce Canales | Mar 9, 2020 | Senior Safety
Getting a flu shot each flu season is a good idea for everyone, but it is even more important for seniors over the age of 60. Increased vulnerability to the virus and increased risk of complications make it imperative that seniors take every precaution to avoid...
by Bruce Canales | Mar 9, 2020 | Senior Safety
Bathing seniors can be a challenging and often awkward task. Nobody wants to rely on someone else for bathing and Caregivers have a responsibility to not only ensure that a senior gets clean, but also to remain as respectful as possible. Why Bathing Seniors requires...
by Bruce Canales | Mar 9, 2020 | Senior Safety
White Cane Week in February in Canada helps remind caregivers of the right precautions when providing home care to a visually impaired senior. Straddling the balance between doing what is best for the senior and allowing him or her to remain dignified can be a...
by Bruce Canales | Mar 9, 2020 | Senior Safety
Helping Seniors quit smoking. Home care providers have an important role in the health of their patients. Whether it’s a registered nurse taking care of someone with health problems, or a home support worker who helps with day-to-day activities, a caregiver can...
by Bruce Canales | Mar 9, 2020 | Senior Safety
Sleep disorders often go hand in hand with Alzheimer’s disease. This presents a challenge for healthcare workers who provide home care services to seniors. Irregular sleeping patterns and other debilitating symptoms can take a toll on both seniors as well as...
by Bruce Canales | Mar 9, 2020 | Senior Safety
Are you (or do you know) someone who should be concerned about Seniors Medication Safety? Visit here to take a quiz. Seniors receiving home care should be able to take their medications independently in a safe manner. This is an important aspect of senior care,...
