Home Care Blog

Good Reminders for Working with Stubborn Patients

February 28 2020

As a nurse or home health aide, you will work with all types of people. This means that you will occasionally deal with difficult or stubborn patients. These patients may show defensiveness, anger, fear, frustration or just general unpleasantness.

Top 6 Fun and Memory Games for Seniors

February 26 2020

As we age, maintaining brain activity becomes just as important as doing exercises and strengthening the body. Over the years, mental health often plays a big role in maintaining independence. And just like the body needs you to work out to remain strong and mobile, the brain also requires additional mental activity.

Energy Boost for Elderly People: 7 Ways to Maintain Energy

February 24 2020

Life can be long and not always easy. As we age, our life energy is depleting. However, simply accepting and complying with this fact is not the best way to live a long and healthy life.

What Is Coronavirus

January 30 2020

Coronaviruses, the variety of viruses that cause colds, have been around seemingly forever. But recently, a new type has appeared, and it causes issues more severe than just coughs and sneezes.

Low Sodium Diet: Importance, Meal Examples, Tips and More

December 28 2019

The primary source of sodium in our diet is salt. On average, Americans eat more than double the amount of salt needed every day, compared to the American Heart Association’s (AHA) recommendations. While it’s completely normal and even beneficial to eat some salt, most people would benefit from a low sodium diet.

Best Exercises After a Stroke

December 23 2019

Stroke, regardless of its form, is a serious disease. After a stroke, the performance of various parts of the brain often becomes impaired. This means that a person is unable to carry out the usual everyday activities themselves.