by Karen Koudelka | Apr 18, 2016 | Resources, Safety
Many serious injuries result from falls in and outside of the home. Our Tips for Preventing Falls sheet provides helpful suggestions to make your home and environment safer.
by Karen Koudelka | Feb 5, 2016 | Resources, Safety
In the United States, stroke is the fourth leading cause of death, killing over 133,000 people each year, and a leading cause of serious, long-term adult disability. Stroke is an emergency and a brain attack, cutting off vital blood flow and oxygen to the brain....
by Karen Koudelka | Nov 12, 2015 | Resources, Safety
Now is the time to plan ahead for emergencies. The American Red Cross and the Federal Emergency Management Agency partnered in preparing an emergency preparedness checklist. Everyone is encouraged to review the checklist and take whatever actions are necessary to be...
by Karen Koudelka | Oct 8, 2015 | Resources
Cultivating that sense of independence while also making sure the senior is safe, comfortable and has opportunities for life enrichment activities is the goal of personalized home care services. Here are a few ways that home care can provide assistance to enhance a...
by Karen Koudelka | Sep 15, 2015 | Resources
Ways to Promote Independence Non-medical home care aides in the promotion of a person’s independence by providing opportunities for the person to maintain a better quality of life. Encourage him to do things for himself, even if met with reluctance or...
