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By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on June 27, 2025

Table of Content1 Acknowledge Your Feelings2 Set Boundaries and Learn to Say “No”3 Find Support and Build a Network4 Prioritize Self-Care5 Use Available Resources Being a caregiver is a fulfilling yet demanding responsibility. While looking after the needs of a senior loved one, it’s easy to forget about your own…

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on June 25, 2025

Table of Content1 Identify Health and Safety Risks2 Adapt to Changing Mobility Needs3 Support Mental and Emotional Wellbeing4 Tailor Care Plans to Current Needs5 Encourage Proactive Communication between Families and Caregivers With aging comes a range of new challenges, from mobility issues to changing health conditions. Regular home care assessments…

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on June 23, 2025

Table of Content1 Assistance with Daily Activities2 Medication Organization3 Physical and Emotional Support4 Monitoring Health Conditions5 Rehabilitation and Therapy Support Recovering from surgery can be particularly challenging for seniors. The physical demands of healing, combined with the emotional toll, often require additional support. Home care services play a vital role…

By Lifestar Home Care, 10:32 am on June 16, 2025

Table of Content1 Sudden Sensitivity to Light or Noise2 Confusion or Trouble Speaking3 Vision Problems in One or Both Eyes4 Sudden Severe Headache Without a Known Cause5 Trouble Walking, Dizziness, or Loss of Balance6 Sudden Mood Changes or Personality Shifts7 Difficulty Swallowing (Dysphagia)8 FAST: The Quick Stroke Test9 FAQs About…

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on June 13, 2025

Table of Content1 Chronic Illness and Its Impact2 The Role of Professional Care at Home3 Personalized Care Plans4 Emotional Support and Companionship5 Reducing the Burden on Families Living with a chronic illness often means balancing health needs with daily life. To maintain both health and independence, many individuals and families…

By Lifestar Home Care, 6:00 am on June 11, 2025

Table of Content1 What Is Alzheimer’s Disease?2 What Are the Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease?3 How Can I Support a Loved One with Alzheimer’s?4 How Can I Seek Professional Help and Resources?5 Why Is Caregiver Self-Care Important? Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common forms of dementia, affecting millions of…

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on June 9, 2025

Table of Content1 Encourage Open Communication2 Modify the Environment for Safety and Accessibility3 Promote Physical and Social Activity4 Provide Support without Taking Over5 Leverage Technology Helping seniors maintain their independence is essential for their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Balancing assistance with autonomy requires understanding their unique needs and taking…

By Lifestar Home Care, 1:00 am on June 4, 2025

Table of Content1 Why Do Daily Habits Matter After 70? 2 Take Prescribed Medication3 Do Some Form of Exercise4 Engage in Cognitive Activity5 Focus on Mental Health6 Spend Time Socializing7 Eat a Nutritious Diet8 Maintain Personal Hygiene9 Get High-Quality Sleep10 Monitor Chronic Health Conditions11 Spend Time Outdoors or in Natural Light12…

By Lifestar Home Care, 6:00 am on May 30, 2025

Table of Content1 Encourages Medication Adherence2 Provides Monitoring and Early Intervention3 Assists with Recovery and Rehabilitation4 Supports Daily Living Activities5 Reduces Social Isolation and Emotional Stress6 Enhances Communication with Healthcare Providers As seniors transition from hospital stays to home, they often face challenges that can lead to hospital readmissions. Home…

By Lifestar Home Care, 8:00 am on May 28, 2025

Table of Content1 Senior Home Care Is Only for the Seriously Ill2 Home Care Is Too Expensive3 Home Care Means Sacrificing Quality of Care4 Home Care Limits Social Interaction5 Home Care Is Only Temporary When it comes to senior home care, there are many misconceptions floating around that can prevent…