Archive for December 2016
Cataracts and Your Aging Parent
Home Health Care Philadelphia PA Fifty percent of those reaching the age of 80 either have had cataract surgery or have cataracts. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye causing blurred vision. What, exactly, is a Cataract? The lens adjusts the eye’s focus for both close and far away. It is…
Read MoreHow to Help Your Elder Loved One to Brush Her Teeth
Elder Care Broomall PA Managing your elder loved one’s dental health can be frustrating for family caregivers. You may worry about doing too much for your loved one or even not doing enough. Your loved one may still be able to handle a good bit of her dental care on her own, but it helps…
Read MoreWho Can You Call on to Help Transport Your Elderly Loved One?
Elderly Care Chester PA Finding transportation for your elderly loved one when you can’t drive her where she needs to go can seem like an insurmountable task. The good news is that most areas have more than one option available for senior transportation. Other Family Members and Friends One of the most logical first steps…
Read MoreHow to Help Your Aging Parent Make Wise Food Choices
Homecare Media PA You’ve tried cajoling by spouting the virtues of a healthy diet. You’ve asked your parent’s homecare provider to stress the need to eat fruits and vegetables and lean proteins. You’re persuading all family members to avoid the chip and ice cream aisle at the grocery store when shopping for mom or dad.…
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