When It Comes to Caregiving, Personal Connections May Trump Family Ties in Sterling Heights, Michigan
Some caregivers are thrust into their role—forced to care for a family member, regardless of whether that family member was abusive or absent during the caregiver’s life. Traditionally, it has been the duty of adult children to care for their elderly parents. But, for those with the opportunity to pick who…
Home Care Services in Sterling Heights, MI
Problems With the Activities of Daily Living Many older people experience problems in daily living because of chronic illnesses or health-related disabilities. Those difficulties restrict their ability to perform self-care. This inability for self-care is a common reason why older people seek help from outsiders, move to assisted living communities,…
Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
The holidays can be a tricky time if you want to avoid holiday weight gain. There are so many tempting treats, you need to be proactive to stick to good eating habits, says registered dietitian Amy Jamieson-Petonic, manager of the employee wellness program at the Cleveland Clinic and spokesperson for…
More Older Americans Aware And Open To Caregiving Technology
Older Americans and caregivers are increasingly aware of and willing to try new technology that makes it possible to stay independent at home according to a new study by AARP. The new study, “Healthy@Home 2.0,” asked two groups, people age 65+ and caregivers age 45-75, about home safety, monitoring, communications…