How to Approach the Issue if Your Elderly Parent Refuses Help Through Home Care
We, at Green Leaves Home Care, not only want to provide direct, personalized assistance, but we also want to bring information that clients, or potential clients, can use when trying to make a decision regarding care services. Getting a parent to the point where they feel comfortable accepting help can be a stressful and taxing […]
10 Ways to Deal with Caregiver Stress
Don’t neglect you own health when taking care of others! Caregiver stress happens, and that is okay, but don’t let it effect your work or relationship with others. Being a Caregiver can be a very rewarding position, but it can also be very stressful. When you are caring for others, it’s important to take care […]
What to Know About Exercise While Aging
Regular exercise and physical activity are important to the physical and mental health of almost everyone, including older adults. Being physically active can help you continue to do the things you enjoy and stay independent as you age. Studies show that regular physical activity over long periods of time can produce long-term health benefits. That’s […]
Avoiding the Flu This Winter
Helpful Tips for Avoiding the Flu this winter approaches, flu season begins. This winter is no exception. We have assembled a few suggestions to help you prevent flu this season. The flu vaccine is the number one way to avoid getting the flu this season. You should get a flu shot every year because shots you may […]
Reduce the Risk of Falls
Did you know that every year in America, 1 in 3 Americans over the age of 65 falls at home? When an elderly person falls the results can be fatal or nonfatal, but the nonfatal falls can result in serious fractures to the hip, head injuries, and broken bones. Even falls that don’t result in […]
Understanding Syndrome
Sundown Syndrome is a common issue for some seniors living with dementia. In fact, according to Dr. Neil Lava, sundown syndrome affects one out of five people living with Alzheimer’s. And it’s also common among those without Alzheimer’s disease. Understanding Syndrome describes a dramatic change in mood that begins in the late afternoon and early […]
10 Signs of Dementia to Recognize
As a caregiver, spouse or family member, it’s important to recognize some of the common signs of dementia in aging adults. Dementia is a general term used to describe the decline of a person’s mental ability. It’s not a disease, but an overall term that is used to describe a list of symptoms. While often subtle […]