What is Rapid Onset Dementia? Dementia is a degenerative brain condition which can develop as a result of more than 30 different conditions. Rapid onset dementia occurs when the wasting away of brain tissue occurs faster than normal, resulting in more substantial...
How to Prevent Hospital Re-Admissions: When integrated into the continuum of care patients can see better outcomes and lower re-admission rates to hospitals. Home Care plays an important role in giving patients needed care after being in an acute care or skilled...
Know the Signs of Depression and how Home Care can help Clinical depression in older people is common. That doesn’t mean it’s normal. Late-life depression affects about 6 million Americans ages 65 and older. But only 10% get treatment. The likely reason is...
The Benefits of At-Home Care for Your Senior Loved one At-Home care is the preferred option for most seniors today. After all, who doesn’t want to be able to live at home and be as independent as possible? While many long term care and assisted living facilities do...
7 Care Transitions Tips to Ensure a Safe Discharge from a Hospital Stay Once older adults have gone to the hospital or rehabilitation center, returning home can be overwhelming. They may have been away from home for several weeks or even months. It is likely that are...
