Senior Home Health Care in Greater Sarasota region.

Activities of Daily Living: Why This Measure Matters

2019-08-10T10:21:50-04:00

Carol Bradley Bursack, Minding Our Elders  When it becomes obvious to us that a loved one can’t get through a day without assistance, the logical next step is to begin looking into resources that can provide the added support they need. One of the first things a long-term care insurance company, home care company, adult day care center or assisted living facility will ask about is the person’s ability to perform ADLs. But what exactly are ADLs? Every field has its jargon, and the long-term care industry is no exception. In the business of providing care, the phrase “activities of daily living” [...]

Activities of Daily Living: Why This Measure Matters2019-08-10T10:21:50-04:00

What is a Caregiver

2018-12-05T14:54:09-05:00

Everyone needs a little help from time to time and while many seniors lean on the friends and family members for support, there may be some instances in which it’s necessary to seek additional assistance or long-term care. Any senior finding themselves in need of a little extra help in their daily life might benefit from the services of a family caregiver, but they are not always available for long-term care. In this case, a private duty home senior caregiver is the next best thing. These professionals may be the perfect answer for those who need assistance in non-medical aspects of [...]

What is a Caregiver2018-12-05T14:54:09-05:00
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