In our last blog, we discussed the importance of maintaining a healthy blood pressure. In order to do this, it is important to monitor your numbers, follow you’re doctor’s instructions, eating a healthy diet, and maintaining an active lifestyle. Also vital to treating hypertension is keeping a healthy outlook on life and minimizing stress. This is,
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September: National Emergency Preparedness Month
Over the past few days, our thoughts and prayers have been with those displaced and affected by Hurricane Harvey, and now Hurricane Irma. A devastating weather event such as this highlights the great importance of emergency preparedness. Of course, many disasters cannot be prevented, but being prepared can improve your chances of surviving such an
Read MoreNutrition and the Elderly: Nutritional Needs
In recent blogs, we have been exploring nutrition in aging individuals. So far, we’ve discussed several challenges to eating well and how to overcome those challenges. We have also explored several very unique situations that may present additional challenges, as well as how to cope with those situations. Even though challenges are present, eating well is worth it. Aging individuals who
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June has arrived; and though summer officially begins in about three weeks, the time for outdoor activities and vacations is here. Here in the Midwest, extreme heat could arrive any day, bringing with it danger for aging individuals. According to the CDC, persons older than 65 years of age are more prone to heat stress. This
Read MoreFraud Alert: Help Your Aging Loved One Avoid Being Scammed
According to the National Center for Victims of Crime, Americans age 65 and older are more likely to be targeted by fraudsters and to lose money once targeted. This is due to the fact that aging individuals are more likely to have money built up, tend to be polite and trusting, are less likely to report
Read MoreHoliday Travel: Helping your Elderly Relatives
As it usually goes with the approaching holiday seasons, many of our family members may find themselves traveling to different cities and regions to meet and celebrate together. This undoubtedly will include a percentage of our elderly family members, and special precautions and measure should be taken to ensure that their travels are as safe
Read MoreMeet Theresa, an AccuCare Caregiver
“The funny thing is, I always respected those who worked with elderly people because I never felt that it was something that I would be able to do myself. I originally went to college for accounting, but thankfully after visiting with a friend who worked in an elderly facility, I realized that I loved people
Read MoreSeasonal Changes
It’s happening as we speak – the seasons are beginning to change, the weather cooling down, the days getting shorter. Though we cannot stop the changing of the seasons and what comes about because of it, we can prepare those who might be affected most. With the weather beginning to cool down and the evening hours, waning away, some
Read MoreProfile of Deanna Rice, Accucare Caregiver
“Truly listening to patients makes me be a better professional. My love for animals makes me a better person.” It seems that we all know that special someone who puts her energy, heart and soul into everything she does. She is ready for the next challenge. She has a kind word for each person she
Read MoreHome Health Caregivers
AccuCare is looking to expand our extraordinary team of Caregivers and Nurses. The caregiver will report to Director of Nursing/Operations. The responsibilities and qualifications for the caregiving position include: Exceptional patience, listening skills and customer service traits when interacting with clients, their families and AccuCare colleagues. Willing to learn about the interesting lives of our
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