New Years Resolutions: Caregiver Edition
When the clock strikes midnight on the first day of the new year, many of us decide to make a resolution or two. Much of the time, our resolutions are based on lifestyle decisions and changes that will benefit us physically, emotionally, or how we interact with others. They are promises to ourselves to become […]
Caregivers, You Are Not Alone: Programs to Help Caregivers and Their Loved Ones
Josephine* spends a lot of time and energy caring for her husband, who is a participant at Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center. Her husband, a veteran who was once an IT tech, suffered a severe stroke and can hardly operate a remote control.
Preventing Caregiver Fatigue with Adult Day Health Care.
If you are a caregiver or know a caregiver, you probably understand how exhausting it can be. Despite the long hours and hard work that caregiving can bring, how frequently do you see caregivers put on a smile and act as though nothing is wrong? Despite how emotionally and physically caregiving can be, how frequently […]
What is Failure To Thrive?
Failure to Thrive is a concept that is often mentioned in senior care, but many people don’t realize what it is or how to identify and prevent it. As your loved one ages, you may notice a change in their eating habits, a significant amount of weight loss or symptoms of depression. These often fall […]
How To Tell If Elderly Loved Ones Need Assistance
If you are a caregiver and you don’t live with your loved one, you may be concerned about their safety when you’re away. When you don’t live with your loved one, you may not see signs of cognitive or physical decline right away because you won’t be able to witness them on a daily basis.
Five Reasons To Choose Adult Day Health Care
As your loved one gets older, they may need more assistance with day-to-day tasks. This can range from needing help with grocery shopping to requiring assistance in order to shower or bathe.
Loneliness in Seniors: A Critical Issue
Think of the last time you saw one of your best friends and how it made you feel. Had it been a while since the two of you had a chance to catch up? It’s possible that you were anxious to see them because you had exciting news, or maybe you were grateful for a […]
