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The importance of family in a senior’s life is truly immeasurable. Not only does family provide a consistent social network, evidence has led us to believe that the relationship a senior keeps with his or her family has a direct impact on their overall quality of life. Seniors who maintain strong ties with their family have even been shown to outlive those who report less favorable relationships. If the potential for a longer life doesn’t make you want to connect with your loved ones, here are more reasons why you should make an effort to prioritize family. Changes in Social Networks As life happens, your social networks are likely to change. Family is often the one connection that remains constant. As the saying goes, “you can change your friends but you can’t change your family.” For this reason, relatives often become closest to you. They provide a stable source of connection. The Connection Between Family and Health As Americans age, it becomes more apparent just ...

The Corona Virus is making inroads in India too. So far, most cases getting reported are of people who have travelled abroad in Corona hit countries and those who have come in direct contact with these travellers. The situation does not demand panicky rather a preventive approach. The virus, which started in China, is spreading in every country. So far, nearly 100,000 people are affected by it, and there have been 3,000 fatalities. A recent study on the Corona Virus in China indicates, only 0.9% of 44,672 confirmed cases were in children under nine years of age, and 1.2% were youngsters from 10 to 19 years of age. Most confirmed cases were of people from 30 to 79 years. Another study indicates out of the 44,672 cases; the fatality rate has been 8% among people in the age group of 70 to 79. So, older people and those with any underlying health condition are at a higher risk. However, there is no need to panic. Some simple precautions can go a long way in keeping you safe. Before elabo...

Even the idea of home care can be upsetting for some seniors. If you haven’t talked with her about why you’re suggesting this idea, she might fear that you’re convinced that she’s becoming infirm as she grows older. Talk about What’s Bothering Her If you and your senior have just been arguing about this idea, you might not realize that you don’t fully understand her perspective. Take the time to talk to her about why the idea isn’t feeling like a good one to her. She may have some valid reasons that you can either explain or work through with her. It’s amazing how validating it can feel to her for you to just listen, if that’s all you’re able to do at this point. Talk about the Benefits After you hear your senior out, it might be a good idea to share some of the benefits and reasons for home care services to her. Knowing that she’s safe and secure in her own home might be at the top of your list. There are also tasks that they can take over for her, which can help her to save both ...

As the situation with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop, the health and well-being of our clients and staff is paramount at Hurley Elder Care Law.  We are committed to a safe environment and have the current measures in place to promote client and staff safety:   Sick employees are required to stay at home : Employees with symptoms of acute respiratory illness may not come to work until they are free of fever (100.4° F [37.8° C] or greater using an oral thermometer), signs of a fever, and any other symptoms for at least 24 hours, without the use of fever-reducing medicines.   Respiratory and hand washing etiquette : As frequent visitors to senior care communities, our staff is intimately familiar with the appropriate protocol.  Hand sanitizer and tissues are available in all meeting spaces and work areas.   Routine Environmental Cleaning : All meeting spaces are routinely sanitized between client visits including frequently touched surface...

Local Entrepreneurs Now Providing Award-Winning Senior Care Services in El Paso County ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that it has opened its newest franchise in El Paso, Texas. Always Best Care of West and Central El Paso mark’s the company’s ninth location across the Lone Star State and provides senior care services to several communities including El Paso, Canutillo, Vinton and surrounding areas. The new agency is owned and operated by Carlos Camacho Jr. and his wife Karla. The Camacho’s bring a deep passion for improving the quality of life for those in need in their hometown, and we’re thrilled to welcome them to the Always Best Care family,” said Jake Brown, President and CEO of Always Best Care. “Their combined experience in business, coupled with their compassion and dedication to helping others will be invaluable to the communities across El Paso, Canutillo and ...

Medication adherence is a term that simply means taking medications as they are prescribed. However, to the extent in which patients correctly take their medications can vary. Patients, especially the elderly, may not take their medications correctly. Several circumstances such as financial limitations, memory loss, little comprehension of directions and the ability to have prescriptions filled may hinder medication adherence. This is why it is essential that medication management systems are in place to help the elderly, disabled and other homebound patients stay on their medication regimens. Barriers to Adherence As briefly stated, medication adherence can be difficult for those that have barriers. For example, many seniors take more than one prescribed medication. These medications may also have dosing schedules that are very complex. Unless effective medication management systems are in place, diseases will not be treated properly. Complications can occur after surgery or illnes...

Conference on Aging + Brain Health Highlights What’s Next in Senior Care Innovation The reality of a rapidly growing population of seniors is upon us. Do we have the capacity and resources to address the unique needs of older adults and their caregivers? How can we build a sustainable healthcare ecosystem that allows older adults to age and thrive in their setting of choice? On March 11 th , prominent thought leaders, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, healthcare providers, and companies from around the world will come together to discuss these very questions at What’s Next Canada – the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation’s (CABHI) conference on aging and brain health. What’s Next Canada was born out of CABHI’s vision of a world where people can age in their setting of choice, maintaining their cognitive, emotional and physical well-being, as well as their independence, for as long as possible. Now in its second year, What’s Next Canada is a growing opportunity for innova...