Six Ways In-Home Care Services Can Reduce Social Isolation in Seniors
Isolation. Fear. Loneliness. The pandemic has wreaked havoc on us all in one way or another, but for older adults especially, the seclusion necessary to ensure safety from COVID-19 has had detrimental effects on mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. At-Home Senior Care, a leading provider of home care for aging parents in Ames and the surrounding […]
Isolation in Seniors and the Importance of Continued Socialization
Isolation in seniors is an increasing and extremely serious epidemic across the nation. Up to 33% of all the elderly live alone, and for a variety of reasons (limited mobility, chronic health issues, and loss of family and friends, just to name a few) socialization becomes very challenging to maintain. The reality is, the negative […]
Companion Care
In-Home Companion Care Services Home Book a Consultation Services Include Here’s what’s typically included when you choose this type of care: Daily Tasks Companionship Wellness Check-ins Medication Reminders Light Housekeeping Transportation to Appointments Family Communication Additional Home Care Services Care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Explore more ways we can help. Personal Care Companion Care Dementia Care Respite […]
Dementia Care
Dementia Care Services for Every Stage Home Book a Consultation Services Include Here’s what’s typically included when you choose this type of care: Memory Care Support Help With Daily Routines & Familiarity Gentle Companionship & Redirection Routine Wellness Check-ins Supervision & Wandering Prevention Light Housekeeping & Safety Monitoring Family Updates & Ongoing Communication Additional Home […]
Key Signs to Watch for in Elderly Loved Ones During the Holiday Season
Ready or not, the holiday season has arrived! As you get ready for family get-togethers, there’s something more to consider besides which gifts to buy, what dishes to prepare, and how far off your diet you are willing to stray. When visiting elderly loved ones during the holiday season, it’s common to notice changes if […]
Understanding and Protecting Against AI Scams Targeting Seniors
October may be the season for spookiness, but none of Halloween’s haunts holds a candle to the frightening reality of the latest scams targeting seniors. Older adults have long been the target of scammers, who prey on their perceived vulnerability and loneliness. Yet technology is taking their efforts to a completely new level, making it […]
Connecting With Confidence: Overcoming Discomfort With Alzheimer’s
A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though remaining social continues to be vitally important for people with dementia, various factors can cause an increase in isolation, such as: Discomfort on the part of family and friends who are unsure what to say (or not to say) The need to discontinue […]
Leading Senior Health Tips for 2023 and Beyond
Have those New Year’s resolutions already been forgotten? If so, don’t worry; you’re in good company. Many of us are enthusiastic about a significant change in lifestyle when we turn the calendar page, but life quickly pushes in and keeps us from sustaining our dedication to succeed. Still, it’s never too late to begin again, […]
How Home Care Helps Older Adults Manage Congestive Heart Failure
We have only one, and it is perhaps the most fundamental organ in our bodies – so hearing from our doctor that our heart is “failing” is distressing. Congestive heart failure affects about 6 million individuals in the U.S. alone, as reported by the CDC, and although it’s a chronic illness, there are steps people can […]
Top Myths About Getting Older
If you are holding onto some of the top myths about getting older, like you’re doomed to a non-active, lonely lifestyle spent in a rocking chair in front of the TV every single day, it’s time to reconsider! The secret to healthy aging is understanding the facts and disproving the misconceptions to embrace a healthy, […]