Tag Archives: In-Home Care
Care Indeed Is Now An Affliliate Member of NAPGCM
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers has recently welcomed Care Indeed as an affiliate company member. An Affiliate Company member is a company or organization who supplies products and services to geriatric care managers. A professional Geriatric Care … Continue reading
Care Indeed To Host Post-Stroke Seminar
Care Indeed, in collaboration with the Pacific Stroke Association, Avenidas Village, and SanBio, is conducting a free seminar called “How To Navigate Your Post-Stroke Recovery Journey.” The event, scheduled on April 11, 2013 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., will … Continue reading
Annie Brena: Caregiver of the Month
Anthony Bourdain wrote, “No one understands and appreciates the American Dream of hard work leading to material rewards better than a non-American.” This best describes Annie Brena, Care Indeed’s Caregiver of the Month. Her motto in life is this: determine … Continue reading
Prevention and Management of Chronic Conditions
Chronic conditions are illnesses or impairments that cannot be cured; they have persistent or recurring health consequences lasting for years. Some of the most prevalent chronic conditions, such as arthritis and heart disease, can cause significant limitations in people’s ability … Continue reading
Diarrhea Can Cause Severe Illness in Older Adults
Diarrhea is a condition that involves the frequent passing of loose or watery stools – it is the opposite of constipation. In most cases, diarrhea lasts a short time and subsides on its own. Viral infections cause most cases of … Continue reading
When a Loved One is Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s takes a lot of patience and can seem overwhelming at times. You may feel a great strain from a loved one’s changed personality and sometimes unpredictable actions. Keep in mind that the better … Continue reading
Treat Heartburn Before It Gets Out Of Control
Heartburn is caused by a problem with the upper digestive system. It may happen when your stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. Since your esophagus doesn’t have the same protective … Continue reading
Preventive Actions Against The Flu And What To Do If You Catch It
It is wise to immunize; it’s your best shot against the flu. But you have to act quickly because it takes about two weeks to develop immunity. Research shows that the immune system functioning declines with advanced age. And older … Continue reading
When A Parent Struggles with Everyday Tasks…
The signs that your parent might be needing help to get through the day can hit you quickly or sneak up on you gradually. If you want to avoid moving him to a facility or institution, you can hire outside … Continue reading
Immunization…Our Seniors’ Best Shot at Good Health
Immunization against vaccine-preventable diseases is one of the most important and beneficial public health measures available. Diseases such as influenza (flu) and pneumococcal infections (which can lead to pneumonia and other complications) can be serious at any age. But they … Continue reading
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