Senior Care in Turnersville, NJ Cold weather can pose safety and health risks for people of all ages, but even more so for the elderly. Seniors are more likely to be affected by cold weather-related illnesses and safety risks for a variety of reasons. Improper or inadequate heating sources, a decreased ability to regulate their internal body temperature and the shorter days of winter can all be contributing factors. Fortunately, you can do [...]
Pomanders are a wonderful way to spice up your home during the holiday season. Cloves and oranges or lemons smell great and can be presented as a festive centerpiece on your table for all to see and smell. Pomanders are easy to make and display. You can use a citrus zester to scrap the skin off your fruit into the desired design. Have a toothpick or safety pin handy and pre-poke a [...]
A warm hello to all and thanks to those who I've had the opportunity to meet thus far for welcoming me to Home to Stay. I am sincerely looking forward to working with you and helping us provide the best care to our clients who we have the privilege to serve. My background is in rehabilitative nursing, working 18 years at Magee Rehabilitation Hospital in Philadelphia and before that Jefferson Hospital's acute [...]
Dear Annie Alzheimers, My client is driving me crazy. I can’t handle her outbursts. She is refusing care. She has attempted to strike me when I approach her. What do I do? I just want to quit. Really gonna quit, At My Wit’s End Dear At My Wit’s End, I’m sorry you are having such a hard time with your client. Just remember that her behaviors are not her fault. It is her [...]
From the desk of Suzette Hastings, Family Strengthening Counselor The holidays are upon us. The bright lights and warm holiday cheer put us in the spirit. I’ve noticed the increase in toy commercials on television. Every store has had big displays of “stuff” for the holidays since Halloween. It’s so tempting to shop ‘til you drop and just put it on plastic. Just worry about it later. But why start out the [...]
Homecare in Turnersville, NJ While some memory loss seems normal with aging, there are some things that can be done to maintain brain power. While these are unfortunately unable to remedy medical conditions such as dementia or Alzheimer's, they may help your senior keep his or her thinking sharp. Of course, always check with a doctor if you suspect that your loved one is experiencing significant or dangerous changes in their memory, [...]
One of the most impactful efforts that you make for your aging loved ones in the course of your senior care journey with them is helping them to maintain a clean and healthy home environment. The condition of their home can make a dramatic difference in their ongoing physical, mental, and emotional health and wellbeing, and is an important part of pursuing your senior care goals. Constantly cleaning the home, however, is not [...]
Does your elder family member love playing with a tablet? If so, you may be able to turn it into a simple and fun way to improve upon their memory.
Elderly Care in Cherry Hill, NJ One of the first things that comes to mind when many people think of Thanksgiving is the so-called "food coma" that happens at the end of the feast. After indulging in all of those favorite seasonal foods, and likely eating a bit more than you necessarily should have, you might feel groggy, tired, and just want to curl up on the couch for a few hours of [...]
Caregivers in Mt. Laurel, NJ If you are like many family caregivers for elderly adults, you likely cannot imagine going a day without having your mobile devices. These devices, from your smartphone to your tablet, help you organize and stay connected throughout your caregiver journey, and make sure that you can keep up with not only your elderly loved ones, but also your children, your partner, and even your work. Even if you [...]
