At Valley Home Care, we strive to be on the forefront of elder home care by keeping up-to-date on current news and information that impacts the clients and families we serve.
We have compiled a list of informational items that we believe you will find educational and helpful. If at any time you have questions or concerns about any of the information presented, please contact us. Our staff will be glad to help you find the information you need to make the right choices about home care.
If you have a suggestion for a future topic, we encourage you to email us your ideas. Also, please check back regularly because we continually update our library of information.
Senior Care Fresno CA – Can I Make My Dad’s House Wheelchair Accessible?
Your senior dad needs a wheelchair while he recovers from a surgery. You’ve been told that he’ll need a wheelchair for the rest of his life after a stroke. Moving to a new apartment or home may… Read More
Home Care Modesto CA – How Do You Find the Best Doctor for Your Aging Mom?
Your mom is hesitant to see her doctor. She doesn’t feel comfortable with someone that much younger. Something about the doctor’s personality bothers your mom. As a result, appointment days are a hassle.… Read More
Elderly Care Fresno CA – Quick Substitutions That Add Fiber to Your Parents’ Meals
According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, there are four key reasons to make sure your elderly parent gets plenty of fiber.
1. Fiber makes you feel full, which reduces caloric intake. 2. Fiber… Read More
Elder Care Merced CA –Bathroom Safety: Organization is Only the Start
The CDC reports that 25 percent of elders in America fall at least once in the span of a year. In 2008, the CDC reported that more than 230,000 of all falls among people over the age of 15… Read More
Caregiver Modesto CA –Working Together is the Best Way to Make Sure Your Mom Gets the Help She Needs
It’s hard to ignore that your mom’s struggling to keep up with activities of daily living. She forgets to take her medications. She’s wearing the same clothes. Her fridge is full… Read More
In the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s, your mom or dad will have no problem tying, zipping, or buttoning shoes. As the disease progresses, she may start to struggle with laces, buckles, buttons, or zippers. If that happens, you’ll need to look at shoes that are easier for her to put… Read More
When a Minnesota couple vanished, family members hoped for the best. Their mom had a stroke, and their dad cared for her. When he was diagnosed with dementia, the family continued to check in on them each day. One afternoon, they simply disappeared.
It was days before the family… Read More
Prostate cancer cases have increased over the years. According to the American Cancer Society, there will be more than 161,000 newly diagnosed cases of prostate cancer in 2017 and more than 26,700 deaths. It’s currently estimated that approximately 14 percent of men develop prostate cancer.
Senior Care in Modesto CA:… Read More
Stairs are a problem for your dad. The bedrooms in his house are all upstairs. You worry about him climbing stairs at night, especially if the only bathroom is on the first level. He doesn’t want to move. An alternative to moving is to bring his bedroom downstairs. If there’s… Read More
As a family caregiver, you know how important it is to care for your parent’s skin. Their skin protects them, regulates what goes in and out, and regulates their temperature. When thinking about caring for your parent’s skin, however, it is important that you recognize the differing needs of different… Read More
