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By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on February 11, 2019

Socialization is often viewed as a natural part of life by younger adults who are surrounded by people at home and work. However, seniors must work to find social opportunities when they live alone. These five benefits are just the beginning of what your aging loved one gets from opportunities…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on February 4, 2019

The late afternoon and early evening hours can be some of the most difficult times of the day for seniors living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Many symptoms—such as agitation, restless behavior, and confusion—associated with these conditions begin to worsen, which is known as sundowning. Family caregivers can use the following…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on January 28, 2019

Your senior loved one’s nutritional needs may change after having a stroke. It’s for this reason that certain foods should be incorporated into his or her diet to maintain optimal health. Here are some healthy foods for seniors to eat after having a stroke and why they are essential. Bananas…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on January 21, 2019

It’s fairly normal for seniors to lose weight as they age because they no longer have much of an appetite, but decreased appetite can lead to excessive weight loss and malnutrition, which increase the chances of other serious health issues. To help your senior loved one stay as healthy as…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on January 14, 2019

Family members who assume the role of caregiver for a parent living with Parkinson’s can make life easier for both themselves and their loved one. As the disease doesn’t affect all seniors at the same rate or in the same way, caregivers should make a point of learning about the…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on January 7, 2019

Water is the most life-sustaining substance on the earth, and your aging loved one uses it to stay hydrated, bathe, and clean the home. Since we’ve all been around water since the day we were born, it may be baffling to discover that your loved one is suddenly afraid of…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on December 24, 2018

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 600,000 people die every year from some form of heart disease. Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death for men and women. Seniors diagnosed with heart disease can prevent progression of the disease processes by eliminating certain foods…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on December 17, 2018

Senior centers are rapidly becoming the hub of many communities, yet people often fail to realize how important they are. Whether your aging loved one is curious about visiting one or you want to lobby to have one added to your community, here are just a few of the reasons…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on December 10, 2018

While Alzheimer’s impacts every person differently, many people’s experiences follow a similar trajectory. Alzheimer’s researchers have tried to clarify this trajectory via phase models. While some experts stick to a simple three-phase model, the most popular system was developed by Dr. Barry Reisberg, who identified the following seven distinct stages…

By Home Care Assistance Montgomer, 9:00 am on December 3, 2018

As older adults progress in age, their nutritional needs are likely to change. Each food your parent consumes may have a different effect on his or her body. Here are some of the reasons nutrition is important for your loved one. 1. Lowers Blood Pressure Blood circulation is controlled by…