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American Heart Month February is American Heart Month, and as a leading community-based Home Health Agency we are dedicated to improving the community’s health. Here are some tips to improve and maintain a healthy heart. Get Physical: Being physically active every day is fun and can improve the function of your heart. Plan and schedule…

Winter Driving Safety for Seniors Hazardous weather can make driving dangerous for drivers of all ages. In addition to weather-related risks, older drivers are also more likely to have health conditions that impair their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. In fact, Triple-A (AAA) confirms that fatal car accident rates increase among drivers who are…

SEASONAL DEPRESSION IN SENIORS Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD, can affect people of any age. From children to seniors, SAD leaves people feeling blue. It occurs most often in the winter months following the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Knowing how to spot the signs that you might need to intervene and get…

Home Care & Hospice Month It’s often said that home is where the heart is. Whether enjoying a quiet evening at home or gathering with a large group of family and friends, home is where we find comfort, peace, and love. In celebration of National Home Care and Hospice Month, there is no better time…

National Immunization Awareness Month Most kids can’t wait until they don’t need any more shots for school. Did you breathe a sigh of relief when you came to the end of your childhood vaccines? We get it! We don’t like shots any more than you do, but like you, we grin and bear it because…

Tick Time Bomb Now that Cicada season is coming to an end it’s time to shift the focus to TICKS!  The Weather Chanel has referred to this year, 2021 as the “tick time bomb” due to the mild winter and climate change. And data from the CDC shows tick bites are already trending higher than…

When one hears the phrase “speech therapy,” it can seem a little odd at first. After all, don’t most of us know how to speak? Therapy is simply a way of treating diseases or conditions – in this case, conditions that affect a person’s ability to communicate, eat, and even swallow. Here are some ways…

Stress Awareness Month If you experience stress in your own life – like most of us do – or you know other people who are stressed, you should take the time to make a positive change. This could include getting involved with events or simply talking to those around you about this important subject. Stress Awareness Month is…

What Can Occupational Therapy Really Do? Do you have a parent who is struggling to complete daily tasks on their own? Maybe you have tried to help them, but your strategies just don’t seem to be effective?  One of the toughest parts of the aging process is losing the ability to do things that once…

Let’s Spring Clean Your Health! With milder temperatures, more sun, and wildlife sprouting everywhere, the arrival of spring in and of itself can put an extra kick in your step. It’s a time of possibility, a time to take stock of the habits that might be holding you back from being who you want to…