Six Ways In-Home Care Services Can Help Reduce Senior Isolation
Isolation. Loneliness. Fear. The pandemic has wreaked havoc on us all in one way or another, but for the elderly in particular, the seclusion required to ensure safety from COVID-19 has had detrimental effects on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Morning Glory Home Care, a Highland senior care and home care services provider throughout the […]
Companion Care
In-Home Companion Care Services Home Book a Consultation Services Include Here’s what’s typically included when you choose this type of care: Daily Tasks Companionship Wellness Check-ins Medication Reminders Light Housekeeping Transportation to Appointments Family Communication Additional Home Care Services Care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Explore more ways we can help. Personal Care Companion Care Dementia Care Respite […]
Dementia Care
Dementia Care Services for Every Stage Home Book a Consultation Services Include Here’s what’s typically included when you choose this type of care: Memory Care Support Help With Daily Routines & Familiarity Gentle Companionship & Redirection Routine Wellness Check-ins Supervision & Wandering Prevention Light Housekeeping & Safety Monitoring Family Updates & Ongoing Communication Additional Home […]
Signs That It May Be Time to Consider Home Care for an Older Loved One
Ready or not, the holiday season has arrived! As you prepare for family get-togethers, there is something more to take into account besides which gifts to buy, what dishes to prepare, and just how far off your diet you’re willing to stray. During holiday celebrations, it is common to notice changes in older family members […]
Strategies to Recognize AI Imposter Scams Against the Elderly
October is the season for spookiness, but none of Halloween’s haunts can hold a candle to the frightening reality of the latest senior scams. Older adults have long been the target of scammers, who prey on their perceived vulnerability and loneliness. Unfortunately, technology is making scams against the elderly more difficult than ever to uncover, […]
Ease Discomfort With Dementia During Visits With These Tips
A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though socialization continues to be essential for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, multiple factors can cause an increase in isolation, such as: The need to discontinue driving Symptoms of the disease that make it challenging to communicate effectively Discomfort on the part of friends and […]
Health Tips for Seniors in the New Year
Have your New Year’s resolutions already fallen by the wayside? If so, don’t panic; you’re in good company. Most of us are gung-ho about a significant change in lifestyle when we turn the calendar page, but life quickly rushes in and distracts us from sustaining our determination to succeed. Yet it’s never too late to […]
How Home Care Aids Seniors Living With CHF
We only have one, and it’s arguably the most fundamental organ in our bodies – so hearing from our doctor that our heart is “failing” is distressing. Congestive heart failure impacts approximately 6 million individuals in the United States alone, according to research by the CDC, and although it’s a chronic illness, there are actions people […]
Top Aging Myths and the Facts Behind Them
If you’re holding onto a stereotypical image of the aging process that involves a sedentary, lonely lifestyle spent sitting in a rocking chair on the front porch every day, it’s time for you to reconsider that thought! The answer to healthy aging is understanding the top aging myths and the facts behind them in order […]
Top Tips to Combat the Risk Factors for Depression Among Seniors
After spending time with family and friends and revisiting cherished memories and traditions over the holidays, it’s normal for a sense of nostalgia and sadness to develop for older people. And while some amount of temporary post-holiday sadness can be expected, it’s crucial to know that it could develop into depression. Depression is a serious […]