Category Archives: Home Care
Understanding Grief in Older Adults
By the time we reach our golden years, we have had many years of building deep connections with friends and family. These bonds are very important to our quality of life, so when they are severed, it inevitably leads to feelings of deep loss. You may feel hopeless to assist an older loved one … Continue reading
How Culinary Care Tactics Engage Seniors with Dementia
There is something so special about the kitchen. It is the first stop kids make when they get home from school, in search of a snack as well as the opportunity to share about their day. It is the place family members gather to cook holiday meals together. It is also a place to … Continue reading
Pandemic Safety for Seniors and In Home Care
For the past several months, family caregivers have had to handle seemingly insurmountable challenges in connection with the care of the senior family members they love. With COVID-19’s particular dangers to the elderly and those with underlying health issues, for example, COPD, diabetes, heart disease, as well as others that are common in the elderly, … Continue reading
The Importance of Senior Oral Health
As we age, it is important that we become more mindful of our health. Especially when it comes to senior oral health, we should give it our full attention as we only have one set of permanent teeth. As a top provider of in home care in Darien, CT and the surrounding areas, Sage Home … Continue reading
What Causes Appetite Loss in Seniors
If you’re caring for your senior loved one, you can be disheartened when they lose their appetite. When they start losing their appetite, it is important to identify its causes. Appetite loss in seniors may be normal, but it may also be due to certain illnesses, such as thyroid diseases, dementia, liver disease, kidney failure, COPD, … Continue reading