by alwaysbestcare | Feb 6, 2024 | Senior Care
Research shows that one in four people, aged 65 or older, falls each year, with a second fall occurring right after the first one. If your elderly parent has experienced recurrent falls, they are not alone — as the risk of falling increases with age. We’ll share what...
by alwaysbestcare | Jan 24, 2024 | Senior Care
While some falls might lead to small bruises, others might cause broken bones or serious head injuries. If your loved one recently suffered a fall, you might be thinking of methods on how to support their recovery and prevent future falls from occurring. But how...
by alwaysbestcare | Jan 12, 2024 | Senior Care
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of five elderly falls can result in broken bones, cuts, lacerations, and head injuries. If your loved one has recently fallen, there are certain signs to watch for like bruising and head injuries. In...
by alwaysbestcare | Jan 9, 2024 | Senior Care
If you are caring for an aging, chronically ill, or disabled family member, you know that this role is no easy feat. The stress of caregiving leads many caregivers to seek out respite care for some much-needed relief. If you’re looking into this option, you might have...
by alwaysbestcare | Dec 18, 2023 | Senior Care
While caregiving can be a rewarding experience, it can also come with a unique set of emotional and physical demands. If you are experiencing feelings of isolation, irritability, or changes in sleep patterns while providing care, you may be experiencing caregiver...
by alwaysbestcare | Dec 6, 2023 | Senior Care
Research shows that the elderly represent the most hospital admissions in the United States compared to other age groups. If your elderly loved one has spent time in the hospital, you might find that their recovery and adjustment period at home requires careful...