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5 Reasons Elderly People Prefer Aging in Place

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on February 24, 2023
As people get older, they often face important decisions about where they want to live in their golden years. Some seniors may choose to move to retirement communities or assisted living facilities, while others prefer to age in place. Aging in place means staying in one's own home rather than moving to a new location. In recent years, aging in…

6 Major Advantages of At-Home Respite Care

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on January 27, 2023
As the primary caregiver for a senior loved one, you might experience stress, exhaustion, and anxiety, which is your body’s way of saying you’re doing too much. Instead of putting more stress on yourself, consider using in-home respite care. Here are some of the benefits of using this service.  1. Lowers the Odds of Sleep Deprivation It’s common for family…

Tips for Increasing Home Safety for a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on January 13, 2023
A senior’s environment can have a significant impact on quality of life and affect the way he or she responds to Alzheimer’s treatment. Family caregivers need to make modifications to their parents’ homes that allow their aging loved ones to move around with ease and address many of the symptoms associated with this disease. Here are some ways to increase…

5 Essential Qualities Every Home Care Agency Should Have

5 Essential Qualities Every Home Care Agency Should Have
By Lifestar, 5:00 am on December 2, 2022
Top 5 Qualities to Look for in a Home Care Agency With so many home care agencies available, it can be difficult for a family to narrow down their options when planning for their senior loved one’s care. Yet one thing quickly becomes clear: no two home care agencies are alike, and there can be significant differences between the types…

3 Ways to Help an Aging Loved One with Personal Care

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By Lifestar, 2:57 am on December 2, 2022
3 Tips for Assisting an Older Parent with Personal Care Personal hygiene can be a delicate subject for seniors as their abilities decrease and they need assistance with tasks such as bathing and getting dressed. While daily hygiene is essential for maintaining optimal health and wellbeing, many seniors have a difficult time accepting the help of close family members when…

Benefits of At-Home Care for Elderly People Who Have Dementia

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By Lifestar, 4:42 am on October 19, 2022
How Seniors with Dementia Benefit from Home Care The purpose of in-home dementia care is to provide seniors who have dementia with the assistance they require to accomplish daily tasks and activities that don’t require medical intervention. Dementia care providers offer assistance with many of the activities of daily living, such as: Personal grooming and dressing Bathing Preparing and serving…
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