Diet and Nutrition: Critical Aspects of Senior Care
Diet and Nutrition: Critical Aspects of Senior Care No matter what age you are, maintaining a properly balanced diet is extremely important. As we age, it becomes even more important to continue eating well. Good nutrition helps:
Caregiver Burnout
Caregiver Burnout: Why Your Health Is Important, Too Being a caregiver to your loved ones can be a rewarding experience, but it is also extremely hard work. Whether or not a person has another occupation besides caregiving, the constant desire to assure that their loved one is properly taken care of is a full-time job. But […]
The Adult Day Program at Oxnard Family Circle
What is the Adult Day Program at Oxnard Family Circle?The Adult Day Program is a program within Adult Day Health Care that is designed for individuals that do not require nursing intervention throughout the day.
2012 Walk To End Alzheimer’s
2012 Alzheimer’s Association: Walk To End Alzheimer’s Many people fear the idea of growing older; the idea of gray hair, the concern of not being able to drive, and the loss of senses such as hearing or seeing. One of the most prominent fears that we have, however, is the loss of our memory. Most […]
Why Adult Day Health Care Is Most Beneficial For PTSD and Dementia Care
Caregiving can be stressful no matter what, but caregivers for those suffering with cognitive or psychological issues are at a higher risk for caregiver burnout. The primary reason for this is that their loved one cannot help their condition and will often make irrational demands or have irrational fears or justifications for their thoughts and […]
Oxnard Family Circle: 10 Year Anniversary
In July of 2002, Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center officially opened its doors to the public. Our company’s goal has always been to create a place for seniors to receive quality care during the day while their caregivers are away.
Caregiver Respite and Support
This morning, a man at Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center dropped off his wife for the day. He was noticeably distressed, with tired eyes and shaking hands, and discussed his concerns with the Director of Operations at Oxnard Family Circle. His wife, who has dementia, has a tendency to make complaints and […]
Tips For Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
Caregiving for a person with dementia is hardly ever easy. Watching dementia progress in your loved one can often be an extremely sad and painful experience, and can often leave the caregiver feeling helpless. However, there are many approaches that caregivers can utilize to help make providing care to their loved ones more manageable.
Long-Distance Caregiving: Providing the Best Care From Far Away
As a caregiver, you probably feel like your number one priority is taking care of your loved one. However, sometimes you may be in a position where you live far away from each other. This can cause stress and worry about your loved one’s well-being, and whether or not they need help. Luckily, there are […]
Why Adult Day Health Care Is Most Beneficial For PTSD and Dementia Care
Caregiving can be stressful no matter what, but caregivers for those suffering with cognitive or psychological issues are at a higher risk for caregiver burnout. The primary reason for this is that their loved one cannot help their condition and will often make irrational demands or have irrational fears or justifications for their thoughts and […]
