Elder Abuse and Neglect
Every year thousands of older persons are subjected to abuse, neglect and exploitation by someone they may know and trust. It is important to remember that not all cases are reported to the proper authorities, so it is difficult to get accurate statistics. Elder abuse can occur at any place whether it be at home […]
Shared Decision Making: Veterans & ADHC
According to the Geriatrics and Extended Care page on the US Department of Veterans Affairs website shared decision making involves the veteran, the caregiver/family, their VA provider and social worker. The goal is “to get services and supports that best meet your (the veteran) long term care needs while keeping you as independent as possible.” Long […]
Taking Care: Alzheimer’s Caregiver
Taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can be a lot of work and extremely time consuming. More often than not caregivers find themselves completely consumed by taking care of their loved one while ignoring their personal needs, especially when it comes to their own health. Caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s […]
Alzheimer’s Disease: Why More Women than Men?
Recently there has been new information released in regards to the people being affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Of the current 5 million people living with the disease about 2/3 of them are women. Recent news reports have mainly focused on the new information presented which states that women in their 60’s are more likely than […]
Resources for Senior Care
As a caregiver we know you do everything you can to ensure your loved one gets what they need when they need it. We also understand that caregiving may not be your only responsibility, and that can make the other duties you are in charge of difficult too. Caregiving is a job in itself, but […]
Alzheimer’s Disease: Would you want to know?
The amount of people projected to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease is expected to grow exponentially in the upcoming years, especially in part to the aging baby boomers. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and is a progressive problem in which memory, thinking and behavior slowly decline and worsen through the years. […]
Resources for Dementia & Alzheimer’s Patients
A severe decline in mental ability is enough to sadden anyone especially as it occurs during old age. Dementia and Alzheimer’s invades one’s life greatly and makes tasks that were once easy much more difficult, which upsets the routines you or your loved one may be accustomed to. It is important to note that dementia […]
DAV: Veterans Information Seminar on May 3,2014
[vc_row top_margin=”none” el_position=”first”] [vc_column top_margin=”none”] [vc_column_text el_position=”first last”] Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center is excited to announce that we will be hosting the DAV Veterans Information Seminar brought to you by the DAV Oxnard Chapter #99.
Fun & Healthy Foods for Seniors
Changing Nutritional Needs As our loved ones age their diets change along with them, and as a caregiver you may be concerned about their nutritional needs. Changing taste palettes along with a decreasing appetite makes it difficult to get your loved one to eat properly. Sometimes fast food is used an alternative since it is […]
Caring for a Loved One: Post-acute Rehabilitation
When a loved one is discharged from the hospital it is one of the greatest reliefs in the world, as they are on their way towards making a full recovery. This transition is not always easy; especially if your loved one was in the hospital for an extended period of time and now requires post-acute […]
