“I need help,” is one of the hardest things for us to say. No one wants to be seen as incompetent or unable to handle their day-to-day duties. Or worse, have their sense of control taken out from under them. So, when your mom or dad feels you’re making decisions for them, it’s not surprising
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Supplements for Seniors — Are They Helping Us or Hurting Us?
Ever since we popped our first children’s multivitamins as kids, the world has told us supplements help us lead a healthier lifestyle by picking up the slack of our poor diets. By fueling our bodies with the recommended daily amount of vitamins and minerals, we can stand up to germs, sleep better at night and
Read MoreCelebrating 25 Years
In September, AccuCare Home Health Care of St. Louis was fortunate to celebrate 25 wonderful years of serving our clients in the St. Louis area. We enjoyed a lovely evening with staff, family, business associates, and friends! We are so thankful for everyone who has been a part of this amazing journey: our families for their support,
Read MoreAsking Your Elderly Parent to Stop Driving: Five Tips to Start the Heart-to-Heart
Getting our driver’s license gave many of us our first taste of freedom. Over the years, that little card let us go anywhere we wanted, whenever we wanted. So, it’s no surprise that if someone threatens to take it away, we would fight tooth and nail to hold on to it. If your parent has
Read MoreSix Mobility Solutions that Give Seniors the Freedom to Move
As we grow older, there’s a good chance we’ll be afflicted with a condition that can make standing, walking or climbing steps difficult. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 40 percent of seniors over age 65 have at least one disability that affects their overall mobility. For many active seniors ready to take advantage of the freedom
Read MoreBeyond the Shot – Five Other Ways You Can Keep the Flu Virus From Spreading
When we get our yearly flu shots, we assume we’re armed and ready to battle any nasty influenza germs that come our way. But did you know a shot is just the first line of defense—and that defense is not as powerful as we think? According to the CDC, while it does lower the risk
Read MoreHow Physical Therapy Can Help You Take Control of Your Chronic Condition
If you’re suffering from a chronic condition, the side effects you experience can be life altering. You may be confined to home because of the pain or mobility constraints. Or, you rely on medications to numb your discomfort, only to discover your doctor’s prescription is no longer doing the job. Many patients find that when
Read MoreWhy You Should Celebrate National Family Health History Day This Thanksgiving
Certain topics should be left off the table during Thanksgiving dinner—politics, religion, Cubs talk in Cardinals country. But one discussion we do need to have while all of our loved ones are together under one roof is our family health history. Granted, no one wants to talk about cancer and diabetes while reaching for another
Read MoreMaking the Holiday Season Brighter for Your Loved One With Alzheimer’s
If your mom or dad always got swept up in the fun and excitement of the holidays, watching Alzheimer’s disease steal the joy of the season away from them can be heartbreaking. They may become overwhelmed with the festivities, grow frustrated by the guests and noise, or, hardest of all for families, forget it’s Christmas
Read MoreProtecting Your Aging Loved One Against the Biggest Household Hazards
Our home is our safe space. But for seniors with mobility or cognitive issues, it can be a dangerous place prone to in-home injuries. One slip on a bath mat or a trip over a lamp cord can lead to a devastating fall, a long-term hospital stay and even life-threatening health complications. But not all
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