The chances that seniors over the age of 65 will need long-term home healthcare support are close to 70 percent. This support can be obtained from a long-term health care facility or through in-home care, where the senior remains in the familiar environment of his or her house. Ninety-two percent of...

Pet therapy harnesses the bond between animals and humans to improve individuals’ emotional and physical health. This is especially true for seniors in home care settings. Also known as animal-assisted therapy, this approach has been proven to reduce depression, loneliness, and stress. Pet therapy...

As our loved ones age, the comfort and safety of their living space becomes increasingly important. Maintaining and enhancing personal mobility within their homes can greatly contribute to their quality of life, happiness and dignity.  Often, this means making some changes around the home. And whil...

As we grow and change, so will our nutrition needs. When your loved ones get older, the foods and drinks they consume to ensure a healthy diet may need to change to become slightly different from when they were in their younger years. To put it simply, they may need less of some foods and more of ot...

Do you think that constant exhaustion, achy joints, and forgetfulness are all part of getting old? Think again. While some changes can be chalked up to our age, other signs may be cause for concern. As you get older, it’s important to know what’s part of healthy aging and what isn’t. Some chan...

As people age, oftentimes it leads to a decrease in exercise and more limited mobility. Encouraging your senior to move their body can help them with so many things! A boosted mood, higher quality of life, and increased longevity. If you are looking for ways to help seniors move their body in a gent...