We often take for granted the ability to get up, go out, and be active. However, the quarantine that accompanied rising COVID-19 cases gave everyone a taste of what it was like to have to make do at home in order to meet all your personal needs. Although things have begun to open up again,
As we continue through this stormy season with a steep drop in temperature, let’s take a minute to address the risks for the elderly that come with these weather conditions – more specifically, hypothermia. There are many factors that go into why an older body is more susceptible to such an illness compared to others.
As our loved ones and those we care for get older or grow ill, we must recognize that their ambulatory skills are not what they used to be. Things that were once everyday menial tasks become huge mountains to cross for them as their control over their body becomes weaker. One of these tasks, unfortunately,
It is not uncommon for primary caregivers to experience a deep exhaustion whether it be within a few months or many years caring for their loved ones. This isn’t to say they don’t love their significant other, their parents, in-laws, or siblings. In fact it’s likely the complete opposite. However, as with anything done in
Getting the right help when you need it the most is critical to a life well lived. Angels Heart Home Care delivers personalized service that solve many of life’s challenges whether you live on your own or with a loved one. We offer assistance with personal care, meal preparation, and companionship. We also provide
Welcome to 60 second session, the fast and easy way to get information on how to take better care of yourself. Our topic for today is how to spot a STROKE. The acronym BEFAST is an easy way to remember the main warning signs of a stroke. B is for BALANCE – Are you suddenly
Cats, dogs, fish, birds, lizards, snakes, horses…. If you are a pet owner, it would be very hard to imagine a world devoid of your lovable fur babies. In fact, for many of us, it would create a feeling of emptiness comparable to losing a loved one, a significant other, or a family member. Our
Most of us have experienced the “pain” of cancer in some form or another. We each have our own stories to tell, our own experiences to share, our own battles to fight, and our own journeys to bring to fruition. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. According to 2020 statistics from
Nurses week culminates on the birthday of Florence Nightingale. Born in Florence, Italy, “The Lady With the Lamp” is considered to be the founder of Modern Nursing. She was a British nurse who served during the Crimean War of 1853. In late 1854, Nightingale assembled a team of 34 nurses, from different religious orders, following
Do you have an advance directive? This is a question that you would most likely have to answer when checking in at a hospital or the Emergency Room. While many people think of this question as it relates to “end of life”, there are other several reasons why we have to consider having one. Advance