It’s inevitable; as we age, our physical conditions may deteriorate, requiring assistance in daily living activities. For many seniors, the choice between home health care and assisted living can be a daunting task. Both options have their respective pros and cons, and making the right… Read More »Benefits of Home Health Care vs. Assisted Living for the elderly
It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but navigating the holidays when you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia, can be tricky. The general hustle and bustle of the season can add a layer of stress… Read More »Navigating the Holidays with Alzheimer’s Disease
November is National Family Caregivers Month and as you navigate the inevitable challenges many individuals are faced with as caregivers to parents, spouses, and other loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other difficult conditions, it is important to remember to take care of yourself… Read More »Tips for the Family Caregiver to Prioritize Self Care
HealthStar Home Health is presenting a series on various medical conditions that individuals may have. In this series of blog articles, we will provide some background information for each condition and help you understand how our home health care resources will serve you or a… Read More »Sundowning: How to Manage Late Day Confusion
Practicing healthy nutrition and eating habits should be a priority at any age, but as we get older our body and lifestyle changes significantly. A slowing metabolism, changing calorie requirements, and chronic medical conditions can make meeting nutritional needs a challenge. Finding a good balance… Read More »Tips for Eating Healthy as You Age Including an Ingredient That is Often Missed
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 1 in 4 older American adults aged 65+ falls each year. But falling is not a normal part of the aging process, and steps can be taken to prevent them. Whether or not an injury… Read More »Action Items That Reduce the Risk of Falling
The terms Alzheimer’s and dementia are often used interchangeably, when in fact “dementia” is an umbrella term for symptoms that cause a disruption in brain function, such as memory loss and changes in cognitive abilities. Alzheimer’s disease is just one type of dementia. As the… Read More »Understanding the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Here’s something basic that we’ve been doing all our lives, but some of us might still not be “doing it right.” Basic hand washing is the best way to prevent the spread of most illnesses. That’s right, from the common cold to influenza to the… Read More »Clean Hands are Just the Beginning
To me, May is a reminder of kindness. My favorite part of May has always been “May Day,” celebrated on May 1st. To celebrate, my family would create a little basket of goodies for each of our neighbors. Then, the fun: ding the neighbor’s doorbell,… Read More »Better Health through Kindness
I love it when I start looking for blog ideas and I hit something that has millions of articles published. It tells me that I am on to something. When I went looking for “health benefits of time outdoors,” Google blew up with so many… Read More »Let’s go OUTSIDE!