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Illnesses You Should Look Out for During the Winter Season
The month of December means the beginning of the winter in many states and with it comes cold and snow. If you are living with and taking care of any elderly loved ones, there might be a need for you to prepare your home. During the winter season, the risk for slips and falls increases, … Continue reading
Posted in Home CareFacts About Depression in the Elderly
Throughout the years, various media platforms depict young adults with Major Depressive Disorder. Though less publicized, MDD is also quite common among older adults. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Depression affects more than 6.5 million of the American Populace. Most of the people in this age group has experienced depression for the … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly CareUnderstanding Alzheimer’s Disease
As one of the most common diseases that affect the elderly, understanding Alzheimer’s Disease is important when taking care of someone who is showing its symptoms or who already has it. ExPO Signature Home Care presents a brief guide to understanding what this disease is. What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s Disease or AD is a … Continue reading
Posted in Home CareThe Importance of Empathy Toward Seniors
One of the basic needs of humanity is the need to be understood. Famous English poet John Donne famously wrote that “no man is an island,” fully expressing the idea that human beings need the company of others to thrive and achieve happiness. This is where empathy comes in. Empathy, in the simplest terms, is … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly CareNail Care for Seniors: Should Your Elderly Keep Their Nails Long?
When it comes to keeping a good hygiene, you should make sure that you include all areas of your body, even the smallest parts. This includes your fingernails and toenails. “Is it okay to keep your nails long?” It really depends. The decision boils down to personal preference. However, short nails may be better for … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly CareCaregiver Stories: What to Do with an Elderly Who Is Outraging?
As a caregiver, there will come a point in your career when you will encounter a grumpy elderly patient. With it, you will get to experience and truly understand how challenging it is to pacify such patient. Given that, we provided a few simple tips, especially for rookie caregivers who are currently struggling to manage … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly Care, Home CareElderly Care: Tips for Assisting Elders When Walking
As we grow older, we experience decrease in mobility which can greatly affect our day-to-day living. One of the common examples of decrease in mobility issues is difficulty in walking. Because of such difficulty in walking, older individuals such as seniors cannot properly function and do their tasks including light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, cooking, and … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly Care, Home Care10 Fun Things to Do with Seniors
If you think senior years are boring, you might’ve skipped doing these fun and exciting activities: Eat out. Tired of eating at home? Enjoy a refreshing way of eating your salad or dessert by going to your favorite pub. Share this meal with your favorite senior and relish on the delicacy that’s in front of … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly Care, Home Care12 Life Hacks for Your Golden Years
Whether you’ve reached your golden years or not, read on to these pieces of advice that’ll remind you to live life to its fullest: Stay healthy. Aging makes it easier to get sick and even harder to stay healthy. Keep an eye on your overall health and visit your physicians regularly. Eat a healthy diet, … Continue reading
Posted in Elderly Care, In-Home Care5 Smart Tips on How You Can Prevent Heart Disease
Being one of the major causes of death and disability in the United States, heart disease should not be taken lightly. How can you stay safe? Improve your lifestyle Get enough sleep A good night’s rest is essential to keep your body in shape. Adults require at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep per … Continue reading
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