Assisting Clients with Visual Impairment or Blindness
Visual Impairment and Blindness can cause daily activities to be very challenging. Let’s discuss some tips and tricks for helping your loved one manage their vision loss while still maintaining their independence. General Tips: Keep a daily routine. Allow for as much independence as possible. Use adaptive devices such as large print phones, calendars […]
Learn More, Back to School for Free
South Carolina law provides tuition exemption for residents 60+ to take classes at state colleges (nominal fees may apply). Seniors can generally take any class offered, but many colleges also have specialized senior learning programs. Check with the institution’s admissions office for details. For a list of higher education participants click here. Another option is […]
Lifestyle Choices for Better Brain Health
Join Dr. William Simpson, staff clinician at the Roper St. Francis Research and Innovation Center, to learn about how certain lifestyle factors such as proper nutrition, healthy sleep habits, socialization, mental well-being, and physical activity can improve overall brain health and cognitive functioning. This is especially significant given that better brain health has been linked […]
Gorgeous Grandma Day is July 23
Gorgeous Grandma Day is July 23. The day to tell Granny just how stunning she really is. Many people around the world say that we do not do enough to honor our elderly. Just as well, then, that days such as Gorgeous Grandma Day exist. Gorgeous Grandma Day is a time of the year in […]
National Sunglasses Day June 27th
Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement; they are essential in protecting the eyes. Eye care is more important the older you get. Seniors can be more prone than most to eye problems, especially those related to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. Eyesight tends to worsen with age, and many older people report blurred or […]
After a Fall
Knowing what to do after a fall and how to get up after a fall are important to protect yourself from pain and inconvenience. > After you have fallen assess if you are in great pain or are injured. > Call to someone for help if they are at home in another room. > If […]
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH Shameka W. has been providing great care through Home Care Plus since the beginning of 2019. Since then she has been a sought after, reliable caregiver who has accepted many client patient cases and has always been ready, willing and able to assist in whatever way makes […]
THANK A NURSE!
THANK A NURSE! National Nurses Week is celebrated May 6 (National Nurses’ Day) through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. In 1993, the American Nurses Association declared May 6-12 as the national week to celebrate and elevate the nursing profession. There are over 4 million registered nurses in America.
VACCINATIONS ARE IMPORTANT: Focus Measles and Shingles
Misinformation about vaccines is still widely reported. The Assistant Secretary for Health, Surgeon General, and CDC Director focus on Americans’ health and the importance of vaccines for all Americans. Click here for more info about vaccinations. Modern vaccines are highly effective and safe, with most serious side effects being exceptionally rare — and much less serious than […]
April Fools’ Day- Laughter is good for health!
Laugh! Monday is April Fools’ Day! For well-being and good health, giggles are serious. Research suggests humor can improve short-term memory. According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter is an excellent stress reliever, reduces the “stress hormone” cortisol. “Begin by laughing more daily,” A rehabilitation scientist, Bains said. “It will improve your quality of life.” “Laughter […]
