Tag Archives: Senior Care
Incorporating Art and Music in Home Care
When providing home care services, utilizing art and music can be very helpful. Especially for beneficiaries with Alzheimer’s, incorporating art and music activities or having both around can impact the care setting and benefit home care recipients through the following ways and more: Art and music allow for creativity and self-expression. Art and music can … Continue reading
Home Care Services for Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the brain that adversely affects cognitive, physical, and behavioral functions. According to the National Institute of Aging, it affects people aged 60 and above, and the majority of those affected are men. Caring for those with Parkinson’s disease is a long-term commitment, which may be done in hospitals, … Continue reading
Overcoming Chronic Conditions with Yoga
A large 52.5 million U.S. adults suffer pain and stiffness caused by arthritis, which wreaks havoc on joints throughout the body. Providers of home care in Memphis, Tennessee, like Annointed Hands Homecare LLC, have incorporated programs such as exercise into client care plans, to help them cope with this condition. Exercise is found to reduce … Continue reading
Seniors in the Kitchen and How Caregivers Can Help
There is nowhere more dangerous for a senior to be in than the kitchen. The kitchen puts them at larger risks of slipping, burning themselves, cutting themselves on sharp objects, and other possible scenarios. In situations like these, hiring a caregiver can protect them from getting harmed. Annointed Hands Homecare LLC encourages families with senior … Continue reading
How Ketogenic Diet Works for Diabetes 2 Patients
Special diets for type 2 diabetes often focus on weight loss, so it might seem crazy that a high-fat diet is an option. The ketogenic diet, high in fat and low in carbs, can potentially change the way your body stores and uses energy, easing diabetes symptoms. Caregivers can implement this method in planning out … Continue reading
How Eating Affects How Your Brain Functions
The brain is like a muscle and like any other muscle, it gets stronger – and smarter – with the proper nutrition. Caregivers stay on top of proper nutrition, especially for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. When the body is going through difficult changes, a good diet is always recommended to help internally balance … Continue reading
