3 Personality Traits of Happy Elderly Loved Ones

Elderly Care Philadelphia PA - 3 Personality Traits of Happy Elderly Loved Ones

The tapestry of personalities is what makes humans unique, and there are some personality traits that combine to make some people happier than others. While some personality traits are innate, others can be nurtured from within to contribute to a healthy long life. Elderly loved ones that are the happiest have those traits that help…

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Tips for Caring for an Elderly Adult with Lewy Body Dementia

Home Health Care Chester PA - Tips for Caring for an Elderly Adult with Lewy Body Dementia

Throughout the United States there are approximately 1.3 million people who are living with a degenerative condition known as Lewy Body Dementia. Also referred to as dementia with Lewy Bodies, this condition is an umbrella term that is used to cover both LBD and Parkinson’s disease dementia and is the second most commonly diagnosed form…

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Mosquito Bites + Elderly Mother = Trouble

Homecare Drexel Hill PA - Mosquito Bites + Elderly Mother = Trouble

When you were growing up, you probably used to spend all of your summer days outside, running around with the other kids in the neighborhood, playing ball in the street or chasing each other around until your mom called you to come in for dinner. Sometimes when you came inside, I’m sure you noticed that…

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Scientist’s Find Link Between Stress and Heart Attacks and Strokes

Senior Care Media PA - Scientist’s Find Link Between Stress and Heart Attacks and Strokes

Stress has long been associated with heart attacks and strokes. Family caregivers and others that care for seniors have been advised to incorporate a healthy diet, schedule exercise and manage stress in order to help those they care for live the best and healthiest life. Cortisol, the stress hormone, was at one time believed to…

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