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.
One of the greatest fears that seniors have today is outliving their money. For many older adults, advances in healthcare has been a double-edged sword. They are living longer, healthier lives but increased lifespans have contributed to financial worries because their financial reserves can’t keep pace with their… Read More
When elder loved ones reach a point in life when they want to live independently but can no longer adequately care for themselves, what typically happens is someone in the family steps up and provides the necessary help. It’s a common situation. It’s estimated that over 40 million… Read More
Eating balanced, nutritional meals is a key to good health at any age. For seniors, eating well is especially important. A proper diet of the right foods helps seniors boost their energy, manage their weight and it can even control or prevent diseases such as high blood pressure,… Read More
It’s that time of year again. Winter has arrived and weather advisories about snow, ice and chilling temperatures are everyday news for most parts of the nation. Unless you reside in the warmer climates or are one of the fortunate “Snow Birds” that migrate there for the winter… Read More
As someone who has spent the better part of my adult life in the senior care professions, I’ve learned firsthand that effectively communicating with older adults is not a simple task. It’s difficult because issues with aging can cause communication disconnects between seniors and their caregivers. When this… Read More
Most of us take all the mundane things we do in our daily lives for granted. We get up in the morning, make our beds, shower, get dressed, eat breakfast and then begin the series of activities we have planned for the day. Most of us don’t give… Read More
The holidays are usually a time of fun and happy gatherings but when your parent has Alzheimer’s this time of year can become more difficult. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, about 1 in 10 people over age 65 suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. It is important to learn some ways… Read More
Providing 24 hour care at home for an elderly loved one is a difficult job yet one that is greatly needed. As you provide at home care services, you are likely to become more involved in caretaking while spending less time doing the things you enjoy. A recent study by… Read More
Caregiving for loved ones who are suffering from chronic illnesses, including Alzheimer’s disease, can be demanding and stressful. Many caregivers of loved ones sacrifice large amounts of their own life, without support, taking on more than they are realistically capable of – physically, mentally and financially. For this reason, Alzheimer’s… Read More
Making the right care decisions for an aging parent is generally a family matter. In most cases, adult children will gather together to discuss their elder parent’s needs, explore options for care and share the responsibilities that comes with caring for an elderly loved one.
But what do you… Read More
