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Fall Prevention Tips For Senior Home Caregivers
Anyone that has even a tiny amount of experience in caring for an elderly person will be able to tell you about the pitfalls & hazards of the job as the primary caregiver. One of the first things that any of they may mention that relates directly to your role, is...
Seniors At Home Have Several Options For Respite Care
Caring for seniors at home is a huge responsibility that very few people really want to take on. It’s commendable especially when you consider how much caregivers actually dedicate themselves to their families. When you accept the task of looking after a family member...
Tips To Stretch Your Retirement Savings
There’s something known in the business as a “paradigm shift” and that’s when you move from the working world to the world of retirement. A paradigm shift means that the rules we live by and the economy that regulates our lives will change dramatically. Whether you...
How To Spot And Prevent Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is described by the following acts among family/members of the household, any nursing home staff or any individual: When someone attempts or causes physical injury to an elder When a family member or staff of a nursing home try to or is trying to place an...
Helpful Tips If You or A Loved One Has Been Diagnosed with Dementia
Once you or a loved one has received a diagnosis of dementia, you are bound to have a lot of questions about what to expect. Here are a few of the most common ones to help get you started on the road to understanding dementia. What Is Dementia? Dementia is a blanket...
5 Tips To Help Cut the Cost of Caring for Elderly Parents
Baby Boomers provide countless hours of assistance to their elderly parents at no cost month after month and they pay with losses that extend well beyond their bank accounts. They often have to forego the activities that bring joy and richness to their lives. More...
Healthy Eating Basics For Seniors
The famous Greek physician, Hippocrates once said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” He hit the nail on the head. At YHTC, our goal is to help all of our clients to continue living an independent lifestyle, by making healthy choices in every area of...
Caregivers For Seniors Can Implement These Home Safety Tips
Caregivers for seniors who are family members usually face resistance from the elder that may have to move into a nursing home/assisted living facility. When you have a senior parent, your concern for their ability to maintain an independent lifestyle can be a huge...
Is Your Loved One Showing Signs Of Dementia?
Risk Factors and How to Reduce Your Risk With populations living longer than ever before, there is a greater concern among those aging as to whether they will develop dementia, such as Alzheimer’s. The latest research done gives information on dementia risk factors,...
Understanding the Different Types of Dementia
When people hear the word dementia, they almost instantly think of Alzheimer’s. However, there are several different types of dementia. Knowing the difference means knowing what to expect, and getting the right treatment when available. Here are the most common types...
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