Alzheimer’s disease affects many senior citizens and can be hard for both the patient and their caregiver to deal with, especially as the disease progresses. Researchers have found a new type of therapy called doll therapy that can be very beneficial for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients to engage in. We at Carefect Home Care Services […]
Bone diseases in the elderly can be very serious and can cause pain, fractures or even bone cancer in patients. As we age, our bone density decreases which can cause bone disease or fractures to occur. Osteoporosis and Paget’s disease are the two most commonly seen bone diseases in the elderly, but there are others […]
Kitchen safety is important at any age, but it can be a serious problem for the elderly. The kitchen is said to be one of the most dangerous areas in the home, especially for seniors. Many seniors are harmed by fires, spills or spoiled food in the kitchen. We at Carefect Home Care Service would […]
Skin problems can be common for people of all ages, but they are often more common in the elderly. Some of these common skin problems are just a part of aging, but many of them can be treated or prevented. We at Carefect Home Care Services understand the importance of having healthy skin and would […]
Many senior citizens experience changes in their health which cause them to suffer from sleep disorders that can make it hard for them to fall asleep or stay asleep. Sleep disorders can affect your health in other areas as well, so it is important to find a way to manage these disorders before your health […]
Providing care for an elderly loved one can be a difficult task at times, especially if your loved one suffers from dementia. Aggression is often a side effect of dementia, and many family caregivers and family members find this hard to manage at times. We at Carefect Home Care Services would like to share some […]
Chemotherapy can be tough on anyone who has to undergo it, but it can be especially difficult for seniors because their bodies do not heal as fast. There are plenty of things that family caregivers can do to help their loved one feel a little bit better while undergoing chemotherapy. We at Carefect Home Care […]
Surviving a stroke is something to be thankful for, but it can also cause the survivor to suffer from emotional and behavioural changes from the damage that the brain has suffered. When a person has a stroke, the brain goes without air for a period of time because of a blood clot in the brain. […]
Providing care for your aging parents can be a very difficult task, especially when you are balancing it with work and a family of your own to take care of. Having siblings to help share the work load can be very beneficial, unfortunately not all siblings are willing to help. We at Carefect Home Care […]
Caring for an aging parent can be a difficult task, and there are many things that you should consider when your parent moves into your home. We at Carefect Home Care Services fully understand that there are many things that family caregivers should consider when taking in an elderly parent and would like to share […]
