Happy New Year
2020 was a tough year for us all. We have been through a global pandemic, wild fires, an exhausting election cycle, and much much more. However, we have made it through. At Home Care Plus we are happy to say that 2020 is over and 2021 is looking very promising. The vaccine for Covid-19 is […]
How to Stay Connected
In the upcoming Holiday Season, staying connected will be more important than ever. With Covid-19 still a concern, many seniors will go without the ability to see loved-ones face to face. While not a perfect substitute for an in-person visit, here are a few ideas on how to stay connected and safe during the […]
October Newsletter
Good Afternoon all! Please take a look at the October newsletter for October 2020! Catch up on happenings with Home Care Plus. October 2020 Newsletter
June is Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month. On average, men die five years younger than women, and die at higher rates from nine of the top 10 causes of death. Here are some tips for men to health improve their overall health: Encourage him to get a physical – Most of the factors that contribute to men’s […]
Tips to Avoid Harmful Drug Reactions and Over Medication in Seniors
On average, people over the age of 65 take over 14 medications a year. That puts them at higher risk of over medication and negative drug side effects. According to the CDC, people over 65 are also twice as likely to go to the emergency room because of a harmful drug reaction and 7 times […]
May is Lupus Awareness Month
Lupus awareness month is observed in May and aims to increase understanding among the general public of what the disease can do and why it’s so key to know the facts. Lupus is an incurable disease, but treatments do exist to make living with it more manageable and improve the prognosis significantly. Lupus is a […]
Memorial Day 2020
Monday, May 25, 2020 Memorial Day was created to honor the brave people who died while serving in the US military. One of the very first observations took place on May 1, 1965, in Charleston, right after the Civil War. A group of freed slaves had buried the bodies of Union Soldiers after Confederate soldiers […]
Fun Activities for Seniors to do at Home
Painting – Painting is a good diversion activity for seniors. It offers a great way for them to express their thoughts and emotions and helps improve eye-to-hand coordination and boosting their confidence. Scrapbooking – Scrapbooking for seniors is a trip down memory lane. It is a fun and creative way of documenting memories with photographs. […]
Stimulating Easter Activities for Seniors
Craft Projects – Coloring Easter egg pictures might be something your older adult would enjoy. Choose basic projects for your loved one that do not require complicated instructions. Religious Themed Remembrances – You can give your senior an Easter Lily (a symbol of hope and life). Giving seeds or helping plant flowers are another option. […]
World Health Day
World Health Day April 7, 2020 World Health Day’s message is simple: giving people access to healthcare without the prospect of financial hardship. This is regardless of where they are from. What matters to the World Health Organization (WHO), is that there is health for all. The WHO asserts, following countless studies, that countries which […]
