Caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's can be incredibly challenging. As the disease progresses, it often becomes necessary to consider alternative care options, such as live-in home care or a memory care facility. Each choice has its benefits and challenges, and the decision largely depends on the individual’s needs, safety, and quality […]
Hospital readmissions are an all-too-common occurrence for seniors. In fact, research suggests that the 30-day hospital readmission rate in seniors is 5.18%, and 41.4% of these are potentially unavoidable. The repeated hospital stays can be attributed to exacerbation, reactivation, or progression of a previously existing disease. Fortunately, a live-in caregiver offers a practical solution—providing seniors […]
Happier At Home Care, LLC highlights the critical need for education and support for individuals affected by all forms of dementia and to promote overall cognitive health in the general population. Most people don't realize that there are 8 types of Dementia: Alzheimer's Disease - Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes memory […]
A Guide to Caring for Home Care Clients with Mental Illness In the realm of home care, catering to clients with mental illness requires a unique blend of compassion, patience, and specialized knowledge. The challenges are diverse, ranging from understanding the intricacies of various mental health conditions to creating a safe and nurturing environment within […]
You may be caring for someone with Dementia or another illness. Recognizing you matter too is crucial to everyone’s well-being. Have a game plan – what is your plan for self care? You will be better able to care for your loved ones if you are taking care of yourself. You deserve to be happy. […]
In many of our other blogs we address the person who is receiving the care but it is just as important to acknowledge those who are giving it. Caregivers are often not taken into consideration when it comes to first responders but the truth is, caregiving takes a lot more dedication than people recognize. As […]
As people age it can be harder to stay active especially if you are suffering from a physical or mental roadblock. No matter where you are or how old you are, some form of activity should be prioritized. In the world of caregiving, it is common to see people becoming more and more sedentary which […]
Despite knowing the day will come for all of us, many people do not plan ahead when it comes to the aging process. Whether it's denial or procrastination, many people are not properly prepared for their future in aging. One of the first things you need to do is establish your wishes with your loved […]
When choosing the right type of care for yourself, live-in care may be a good option for you. With live-in care you have a dedicated caregiver providing 1 on 1 care. Because of this, you get the extra attention, continuity and consistency that you deserve as well as learning your preferences and routines. Little things […]
At Happier At Home Care we are not only dedicated to our clients physical needs, we also care for their social and emotional needs as well. Our caregivers go to great lengths to enhance their client’s quality of life. Whether it be taking them to appointments or social events outside of their home or with […]
