Category 'Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care & Support'

A Loved One’s Dilemma

by Angela Roeber on May 17, 2012 1 Comment

"I was lucky that a friend of mine recommended Right at Home to me." Al McCoy

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Baby Boomer Caregivers Are the New Normal

by Chris Campbell on May 08, 2012 0 Comments

Baby Boomer Caregivers Are the New Normal Approximately 43.5 million adult children over the age of 50 – America’s baby boomer generation – are caring for aging loved ones, reports the Family Caregiver Alliance. Many of these boomers are the “sandwich generation,” sque...

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Catch Up on the Latest Home Care Industry News

by Rita Ude on March 28, 2012 0 Comments

The April edition of the Caring Right at Home enewsletter contains information, advice and support for adult caregiving.

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What Is Palliative Care?

by Rita Ude on March 20, 2012 0 Comments

Many people associate palliative care with end-of-life hospice care, but palliative care is offered at any stage of disease and can supplement curative treatment.

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Understanding Delirium vs. Dementia

by Rita Ude on March 13, 2012 7 Comments

Although delirium and dementia can manifest with similar symptoms, they are two distinct conditions. Because a person can suffer from both dementia and delirium, it is important to understand their similarities and differences.

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Read the Latest News Affecting the Home Care Industry

by Rita Ude on March 01, 2012 2 Comments

The March edition of the Caring Right at Home enewsletter contains information, advice and support for adult caregiving.

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Don't Fuss About Forgetting

by Rita Ude on February 28, 2012 0 Comments

Forgetfulness plagues all of us, but among baby boomers, it is the chief health concern, according to memory specialists.

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Delirium Complicates Recovery for Senior Patients

by Chris Campbell on February 10, 2012 0 Comments

Laura Ayers suffered a torn rotator cuff. Her doctor recommended that the 80-year-old undergo shoulder surgery right away. Arriving at the hospital, Laura was her usual self, joking with her daughter and the healthcare team. But after the surgery, she didn't recognize the family, her speech was inco...

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Supporting Spouse Caregivers

by Chris Campbell on February 08, 2012 0 Comments

Every Valentine's Day, we see news stories about couples who are celebrating their 50th, 60th, 70th and even the occasional 80th anniversary. Our longer lifespan can translate to increased longevity for marriages as well. But living longer means that we are more likely to develop chronic healt...

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Loneliness Harms Health: Love and Companionship Result in a Healthier and Longer Life

by Chris Campbell on January 09, 2012 0 Comments

For information, contact: Chris Campbell, Owner Chris@rahpa.biz 215.885.4160   Loneliness Harms Health: Love and Companionship Result in a Healthier and Longer Life February is the month of love, but dark chocolate isn’t the only sweet gift that is good for the heart – building s...

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