Tips for Helping Elderly Loved Ones Stay Hydrated
Elderly Care in Pennsylvania As a family caregiver, you want the best for your elderly loved one. But sometimes you wind up feeling as though you’re nagging her constantly to do things that she should, like drinking more water. Dehydration is a serious problem for elderly loved ones, particularly if they’re taking medications that can […]
The Importance of Vitamin D for Senior Health
Senior Care in Pennsylvania If vitamin D deficiency occurs, it can have serious consequences for seniors. Ensuring that enough vitamin D is received from sunlight and supplements in a senior’s diet can help to prevent high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, fractures, falls, and a number of cancers. Read on to learn more about Vitamin D and its […]
The Benefits of Pets for the Elderly
Elderly Care in Pennsylvania Most elderly care providers already know how beneficial pets can be for seniors, and vice versa. While pets given to children help them be more responsible, they can do much, much more for seniors. Some of the specific benefits offered by pets for seniors are highlighted below: Increased physical activity and lower […]
STAR EMPLOYEES VISIT MONTAUK YACHT CLUB
MONTAUK, NY—Star Multi Care Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Sternbach, and Chief Financial Officer, David Schoenberg hosted their annual Administrator’s Meeting at the beautiful Montauk Yacht Club last week. Fifteen of the company’s management staff attended the three-day event. During the “Meeting of the Minds” themed event, Stephen and David took to the Boardroom to review […]
Getting Old Doesn’t Have to ‘be a Drag,’ as Jagger Once Said, at Least Not with the Best Elder Care Support
Elder Care in Pennsylvania The Rolling Stones is an iconic band and Mick Jagger, lead singer, once says in a song, “What a drag it is getting old.” For those people who have become ‘old,’ it really isn’t so much of a drag. When people are younger, they sometimes see older individuals as those who […]
Using Inspirational Quotes and Daily Affirmations to Help You Cope with Caregiver Stress
Caregiver in Pennsylvania No matter why you made the decision to become a family caregiver for your aging parents, whether it was because they stopped driving and you need to help them by running errands, or because they suffer from a variety of medical conditions that make living independently unsafe for them, it is likely […]
Is the Senior in Your Life Planning to Fly and Do They Need Extra Care? Some Things to Consider
Senior Care in Pennsylvania Planning on taking a trip, Nancy really didn’t plan ahead. She was 83 years old, required a walker to get around for the most part, and relied on family members and friends to help out with certain home maintenance projects from time to time. She decided on visiting her younger sister […]
Elderly Care: Dry Skin Causes and Treatment
Pennsylvania – Elderly Care: Dry Skin Causes and Treatment As we age, our skin tends to lose moisture, leading to dry skin. Dry skin is often flaky, cracked, scaly or rough. Dry skin isn’t a problem for many seniors, but in some cases, it can mean that there’s an underlying health problem. Here are some […]
Tips for Talking about Elder Care with a Loved One
Pennsylvania – Talking About Elder Care It’s not always easy to look at the changes that occur in an elderly loved one. When people reach a certain age, they will begin to experience new health challenges. At some point in time you may feel as though hiring an elder care care provider would be the […]
Helpful Advice for Keeping Your Child Safe from Contracting Ebola
With the recent widespread news coverage of the Ebola epidemic, people have become concerned about their chances of infection and how best to avoid contracting this deadly virus, particularly for our children. Here is a brief overview of the virus and advice on how you can keep your children safe from Ebola.
