A New Diagnosis? 5 Essential Things to Know
Receiving a new diagnosis can bring a mix of emotions for both seniors and their families. There may be relief in finally having answers, but also worry and concern about what comes next. Whether the [...]
6 Warning Signs a Senior’s Health May be Declining
As our loved ones age, changes in their health are not always obvious. There may be warning signs- sometimes there is no major event or sudden illness. Instead, the first signs that something is changing [...]
5 Ways Concierge Care Management Protects your Family When You Can’t Be There
When you can't be there, our care management might be the solution for you! Is Mom taking her medications correctly? Did Dad remember to tell the doctor about his recent fall? Is there enough food [...]
Home Health Care vs. Home Care: What’s the Difference?
Home health care provides skilled medical care in the comfort of your home. It is typically ordered by a physician and may be covered by Medicare or other insurance when certain requirements are met. Home [...]
5 Powerful Ways Home Health Care Can Help You Stay Independent at Home
For many older adults, there is one place they want to be more than anywhere else: home. Home is familiar. It holds memories, routines, neighbors, favorite chairs, and a sense of independence that can be [...]
The First 7 Days of Home Health Care: What Patients and Families Can Expect
Starting home health care can feel like a big step and the first week of home health care might feel overwhelming For many families, it happens after a hospitalization, surgery, new diagnosis, fall, or noticeable [...]
7 Questions to Ask Before Deciding: “Which Agency Should We Choose?
When your doctor recommends home health care, the next question is often, "Which agency should we choose?" Many families don't realize they have a choice. While hospitals, physician offices, and rehabilitation facilities may provide recommendations, [...]
7 Hidden Costs of Waiting Too Long to Ask for Home Health Care
When an older adult begins to struggle, many families tell themselves the same thing: "They're just getting older." "Let's wait and see." "They seem okay most days." It's understandable. No one wants to believe a [...]
10 Small Changes to Uncover if Mom and Dad Need More Help at Home
It can be difficult to know when more help is needed. As our parents and loved ones age, the changes often happen so gradually that they're easy to overlook. A missed meal here, a forgotten [...]
What Does “Homebound” Truly Mean? Breaking Down 4 Common Myths
One of the first questions we hear from patients and families when it comes to homebound status is: "If I qualify for home health, does that mean I can't leave my house?" The answer is [...]
