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.
As your aging parent gets older, you may be accustomed to them having more difficulty hearing you or asking you to speak up, but have you recently found yourself straining to hear… Read More
Being a family caregiver for an elderly adult is about more than just addressing physical needs and challenges. While it is extremely important to help your parent manage their needs, challenges, and limitations such as health conditions, illness, and… Read More
Devices that help with dementia care can reduce your anxiety and stress. Caring for a parent with dementia is already hard. When you’re not there with your mom or dad, you’ll… Read More
Pets provide a level of companionship, love, and comfort. As a result, studies have shown that owning a pet can help ease feelings of loneliness and sadness and even lower… Read More
Financial exploitation is a situation where someone takes or incorrectly uses money for their own gain. It’s a problem that elderly men and women face each year. The money may be taken… Read More
Get your parents out and involved with others in their community is important. Dance classes provide multiple benefits that aid a senior’s overall wellness. Here are five reasons why dance classes are great for the… Read More
As a family caregiver, there are certain tasks that can be unpleasant. One of them is helping with bathing. Your dad can’t wash himself anymore, so you need… Read More
It’s normal for seniors to have shifting sleep patterns. They often go to bed earlier and get up when the sun rises. They also don’t sleep as heavily. They may wake up during the night with a full… Read More
Eczema, sometimes called atopic dermatitis, is a skin condition that causes the development of itchy red patches. There’s no cure for eczema, but it can be treated with over the counter medications. However, the best way to deal… Read More