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What Are Some Physical Signs that Your Senior Needs Extra Help?

 October 10, 2019

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Home Health Care in Sewickley PA: Taking a look at some physical hints can let you know it’s time for more help for your senior.

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Tips for Senior Caregivers on Choosing Jigsaw Puzzles

 October 3, 2019

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Home Care in Sewickley PA: Many seniors enjoy putting together jigsaw puzzles. Jigsaw puzzles can be great fun and can offer many valuable health benefits to seniors, especially those who suffer from Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss.

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4 Tips On How To Convince Your Senior Parent(s) To Live With You

 September 27, 2019

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Home Health Care in Sewickley PA: Along with the challenging conversation requesting that seniors stop driving, there is also the issue of senior home care.

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Causes of Depression in Seniors

 September 16, 2019

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Caregiver in Bloomfield PA: Caring for a senior loved one can be difficult, especially when seniors begin to fall into a slump of depression. It is easy to miss the years as they existed earlier in life.

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Four Tips for When You and Your Senior Don’t Agree

 September 9, 2019

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Caregiver in South Side PA: You and your elderly family member aren’t always going to agree and that can prompt some interesting discussions.

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Allergy Season Doesn’t End in the Spring, But These Tips Will Help

 September 3, 2019

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Senior Care in Sewickley PA: Throughout the U.S., many areas are seeing high or medium-high levels of pollen. This is causing seasonal allergies for many people. Spring isn’t the only season where allergies are prevalent.

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Four Ways to Cope with Overwhelm as a Caregiver

 August 28, 2019

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Home Care in Fox Chapel PA: You don’t have to spend every day feeling overwhelmed.

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Tips for Making Home Care Work With Your Family’s Needs

 August 21, 2019

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Home Health Care in Bloomfield PA: Home care is a collection of services designed to help people retain a level of independence in their own home.

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What to Expect During Radiation Therapy

 August 15, 2019

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Homecare in Oakland PA: Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer. It uses energy to destroy cancer cells. Usually, radiation therapy uses x-rays, but may also use other kinds of energy.

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Three Things All Seniors Should Know That Could Help Them Be Safer at Home

 August 8, 2019

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Home Health Care in Greentree PA: The more people know about their safety, especially where it might be compromised, the safer they can be at home. When you sit down and think about it, how often are you paying attention to your own safety on a regular basis?

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Should You Ever Laugh as a Caregiver?

 July 30, 2019

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Elder Care in Fox Chapel PA: If you laugh as a caregiver, is that a bad thing?

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Battling Depression as a Caregiver

 July 23, 2019

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Senior Care in Bloomfield PA: Depression can be something you deal with more than once as a caregiver.

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Online Safety Tips Your Parents Cannot Ignore

 July 17, 2019

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Home Health Care in Edgewood PA: Internet scams, viruses, malware, ransomware, and phishing are all online dangers. When you’re on the internet and engaging with others in forums, email, and social media, there are safety measures to follow.

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How to Help When She Doesn’t Want Help

 July 12, 2019

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Home Care in Bloomfield PA: It’s so difficult when your senior won’t accept your help. These tips might make a difference.

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Denture Care Tips that Make a Difference

 July 5, 2019

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Home Care in Edgewood PA: Denture care can be intimidating, especially if you and your senior are new to them.

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Four Negative Messages Your Senior Internalizes about Exercise

 June 24, 2019

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Home Care Services in Bloomfield PA: Exercise can be a vital part of your senior’s care routine, but she might be talking herself out of it.

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Home Safety Tips for Your Elderly Parent

 June 21, 2019

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Elderly Care in Sewickley PA: June is National Safety Month. If you haven’t taken time lately to think about safety in your elderly parent’s home, now may be the time to perform a walk-through and make some changes.

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Foods to Avoid with High Cholesterol

 June 4, 2019

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Caregiver in Squirrel Hill PA: The liver makes all the cholesterol that a person’s body needs. However, your aging relative may be getting additional cholesterol from the foods they eat.

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Five Ways to Make Your Senior’s Home More Dementia-friendly

 May 29, 2019

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Senior Care in South Side PA: In the earlier stages of dementia, some changes around your senior’s home can help her to feel safer and more comfortable.

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4 Tips for Eating Out with Diabetes

 May 24, 2019

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Home Care in South Side PA: When you become the family caregiver to an older adult with diabetes, one of your biggest challenges may be determining what and how they should eat.

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Protecting Seniors from Mosquito Bites

 May 14, 2019

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Caregiver in Oakland PA: Every year, millions of people across the world die from mosquito-borne illnesses. While it’s not as common for people in the United States to die because of mosquito bites, they can get ill.

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Tips for Refreshing Your Outlook as a Caregiver

 May 9, 2019

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Elder Care in Squirrel Hill PA: Being a caregiver can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be one of the toughest things you’ll ever do. There may be days when you feel exhausted and like you can’t give another ounce of yourself.

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Is Your Senior Having Kidney Issues?

 May 2, 2019

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Homecare in Edgewood PA: Kidney issues aren’t always easy to detect, but some of these signs are ones that you should watch for and mention to your senior’s doctor.

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Prepping Your Senior for Summer Emergency Weather

 April 24, 2019

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Senior Care in Fox Chapel PA: Summer weather is often beautiful and warm, but it can come with its share of emergencies, too.

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How Can I Make Sure My Elderly Parent Eats Healthy?

 April 17, 2019

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Homecare in Greentree PA: Your elderly mom or dad should consider good nutrition as the key to their overall health and wellness. Because they are aging, their bodies need as many vitamins, minerals, and nutrients as it can get.

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Are You Suffering from Caregiver Burnout?

 April 10, 2019

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Home Care Services in South Side PA: We know you want to assist your elderly relative with things around the house that they can no longer do thanks to serious health issues.

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Being a Caregiver When You Didn’t Feel Cared for by Your Senior

 April 3, 2019

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Home Health Care in Shadyside PA: So many caregiving relationships don’t feel the way that they should, no matter how much you try.

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Five Bedroom Safety Considerations for a Senior

 March 28, 2019

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Elderly Care in Fox Chapel PA: Safety in your senior’s bedroom can be vital, especially at night or when she’s ready to wake up for the day.

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4 Fun Ways for Your Parent to Stay Active

 March 18, 2019

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Senior Care in Greentree PA: Lots of older adults slow down as they age. Still, they need exercise just like everyone else.

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What to Do When Seniors Refuse Help

 March 14, 2019

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Home Care Services in South Side PA: Elizabeth’s father, Marcus, had always been a self-sufficient and independent man. He knew how to fix nearly anything around the house, but he wasn’t so adept at doing laundry or cooking.

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What to Do about Anxiety When it Crops Up

 March 7, 2019

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Home Care in Shadyside PA: Anxiety can completely derail you if you let it. Part of being a caregiver involves anticipating your own needs, too.

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What is Bone Broth and Should Seniors Drink It?

 February 27, 2019

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Caregiver in Pittsburgh PA: If you spend any time at all on the Internet, you’ve probably heard of bone broth. It’s the latest health craze, purported to have all kinds of health benefits.

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Low Vision Devices for Aging Adults

 February 19, 2019

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Elderly Care in Greentree PA: Millions of seniors face various levels of vision impairment in their later years, especially for those over age 75. Eye diseases are very common in elderly Americans, with the potential to compromise independent living, as well as health and safety.

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FAQs About Fibromyalgia, Seniors and In-Home Care

 February 13, 2019

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Senior Care in Sewickley PA: Fibromyalgia is a chronic disease with no known cure that affects millions across the globe.

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Kidney Disease in Elderly Adults

 February 8, 2019

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Home Care Services in South Side PA: Kidney disease affects more than 30 million Americans adults each year and seniors are more likely to suffer from kidney diseases than any other age group.

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Should My Aging Relative Have Night Care?

 January 29, 2019

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Elderly Care in Oakland PA: Most elderly adults want to live in their own home for as long as possible. Yet, injuries, illnesses, diseases and more threaten their independence and ability to care for themselves.

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Should Your Senior Talk to Their Doctor About Their Arthritis?

 January 25, 2019

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Elder Care in South Side PA: Arthritis is an extremely common condition among elderly adults. Used to describe a range of joint conditions, this word is actually applied to more than 100 forms of the disease.

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Dizzy Spells are Harmful to a Senior’s Health

 January 17, 2019

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Home Care Services in Sewickley PA: If your elderly loved one frequently complains about feeling dizzy, you should pay close attention. While everyone gets a little lightheaded now and then, chronic dizziness can signal something more serious, especially in seniors.

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Help! My Aging Parent with Dementia Wants to Go Outside

 January 9, 2019

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Homecare in Bloomfield PA: As a family caregiver to an aging parent with dementia, it’s important for you to put some safety measures in place so your elderly mom or dad stays safe and does not have the chance to wander.

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Does Winter Weather Increase the Risk of Heart Attack?

 January 3, 2019

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Senior Care in Edgewood PA: Research shows that the rate of deaths from heart-related conditions increases during the winter. In fact, the rate is at its highest during the holidays.

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Meaningful Modifications to Make Throughout Your Parent’s Bathroom to Improve Bathing Safety

 December 27, 2018

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Home Health Care in Oakland PA: Safety is a top priority when you are a family caregiver. Helping your elderly loved one go through their daily life in a more secure way is an important step in preserving their independence and helping them to age in place.

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How Home Care Can Help Alzheimer’s Patients Be More Physically Active

 December 20, 2018

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Caregiver in Edgewood PA: Exercise is important in helping older adults with Alzheimer’s disease to enjoy better health. It can also make being a family caregiver easier because it reduces the chances of the person developing other health problems.

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Helpful Tips for Healthy Winter Skin in Elderly Adults

 December 11, 2018

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Home Care Services in Edgewood PA: Dry winter skin is a common problem for many elderly adults because the harsh conditions can leave them feeling itchy and irritated. In many cases, the dry skin cracks which can be uncomfortable and even painful.

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How Can You Tell if Your Parents Are Eating Enough?

 December 5, 2018

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Elder Care in Edgewood PA: An AARP report finds that about 20 percent of seniors between the ages of 60 and 69 deal with food insecurity. Of those 70 and older, about 12 percent deal with food insecurity.

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Make Sure Your Mom is Prepared for the Winter

 November 29, 2018

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Elderly Care in South Side PA: Winter storm Avery affected many states along the East Coast. With many areas seeing a foot or more of snow, you might think it’s a little too late to prepare your mom for winter.

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How Can You Modernize Your Parent’s Home Without Spending a Lot?

 November 21, 2018

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Homecare in Sewickley PA: Modern homes are packed with safety features. Many seniors live in a home they’ve had for decades.

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Key Ways to Stay Social as Colder Weather Arrives

 November 16, 2018

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Home Health Care in Squirrel Hill PA: Fall is here. Winter won’t be far behind. When you live in a snowy, icy area, socialization is often impacted. Driving on wintry roads is risky on weekends when plow drivers may not be as fast to get out and get things clear.

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Simple Tips for a Healthier and Safer Thanksgiving Holiday

 November 8, 2018

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Caregiver in Fox Chapel PA: Thanksgiving is a favorite time for many families. This is an opportunity for you to gather with loved ones and make treasured memories while enjoying traditions from years past.

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Could Those Middle-of-the-night Phone Calls Be a Request for More Help?

 November 1, 2018

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Home Care in Squirrel Hill PA: If you’re getting phone calls in the middle of the night from your senior, there may be more going on.

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In-Home Quality Care ~ Caregiver Of The Month September, 2018!

 October 26, 2018

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Home Care in Pittsburgh PA: Azizah has been with In-Home Quality Care since 2015. During that time, she has become a very important part of a team of caregivers that provided exceptional care to a husband and wife.

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