Among the numerous life changes after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), close relationships are affected in a variety of ways due to: Modifications in responsibilities Adjustments in relationship roles Problems with communicating Handling emotions and mood swings Getting used to these changes often results in feelings of uncertainty in the relationship, which can create additional stress, anxiety, and frustration.
What You Need to Know About Home Blood Pressure Measurement
If you were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure, chances are your health care provider has suggested taking blood pressure at home, with regularly scheduled readings using a home blood pressure monitor. Yet how do you know that these readings are correct? And furthermore, what do those numbers even mean?
These Fun Activities for Iowa Seniors Will Make the Holiday Season Merry and Bright!
Though the yuletide season is usually thought of as a time that is joyful, filled with visiting those who are nearest and dearest and picking out the perfect gifts, for older individuals, it can be anything but merry and bright. A combination of lost loved ones, memories of holidays past, health issues and more can impact seniors with feelings of lonesomeness and sadness.
Have Questions About Professional Home Health Care? We Have Answers!
You’re concerned that Mom may need some help at home, and so naturally, you know just where to turn for assistance, right? No? Rest assured – you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are faced with the same dilemma, and most people don’t know a lot about home care services until the need for care arises. If you’re in the initial stages of looking into home care options, it’s helpful to…
Your In-Home Care Primer: What You Need to Know About Home Care Services
As we grow older, it’s common to begin to experience challenges with everyday activities, such as showering, getting dressed, fixing meals, or even driving a car, which can lead to concerns that these challenges mean that we’ll need to give up not only our independence, but our home as well. But there is good news for seniors: home care services, such as those provided by Advanced Home Health Care, a…
Home Care for Veterans Is More Available Than You Think
Many times, families make the assumption that given that their loved one is covered by Medicare, paying for care at home is not anything they need to consider. Unfortunately, however, this is a common misconception. As we mentioned in a previous blog post, most people use private funds in paying for care at home. There are several alternatives to look into, though, for home care for veterans and their spouses….
How To Pay for Home Care Without Breaking the Bank
Top ALS Care Tips from Advanced Home Health Care
As a degenerating neurological disease, ALS (sometimes called Lou Gehrig’s Disease) can lead to a wide variety of physical obstacles that can lead to clinical depression. For those providing ALS care for a loved one, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to feel unsure about how to best help the person live life to the fullest and stay optimistic.
The ALS Symptoms You Need to Know for Each Stage of the Disease
Being given a diagnosis of ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease) can raise a lot of questions and concerns, both for the individual diagnosed and his or her loved ones. What’s the cause of ALS? What are the ALS symptoms that may be experienced now, and how will they alter in the years to come? Where can I go to find necessary support?
Did You Know…These Payment Options May Cover Adaptive Equipment for Home
Do you think your senior loved one could benefit from more security in the shower or bathtub? Does he/she need a walker or rollator to move around? If that’s the case, it’s very likely that you’ll soon be looking to buy the in-home adaptive devices that so many families rely on to keep seniors safe. It’s also likely that you’re asking yourself how to cover the cost for these adaptive…