Author Archives: Penelope Maegan
Top Benefits of Hospice Care
Hospice care focuses on quality of life and for people experiencing an advanced, life-limiting illness. It also provides compassionate care for individuals who are in the last phases of an incurable disease so they can live comfortably. Hospice care provides help to people who are sick and their families and prioritize their wishes along the … Continue reading
Common Signs Your Senior Need Companionship Care
When your loved ones are dealing with aging, it’s important to understand their needs to provide proper support and assistance. Home care in California offers the foundation for aging at home, but how do you determine when it is time for home care services to begin? These common signs below will help. A messy home … Continue reading
Should My Loved Ones Live with Me?
There comes a time in our lives when we have to ask ourselves, “Should I let my loved one live with me?” This question usually comes to mind after a family visit or get-together when we realize that our senior parent is having a difficult time managing things at home alone. You see old newspapers … Continue reading
Effective Ways to Manage Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Health
According to recent studies, type 2 diabetes and heart disease are not that far apart as people think. Those diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease and have an elevated risk of experiencing a heart attack or stroke. They’re also more likely to have conditions that increase their risk of … Continue reading
When Medicare Won’t Pay for Home Care
Although Medicare may cover a wide range of services, it can leave seniors fending for themselves when it comes to certain home care essentials. For instance, Medicare doesn’t cover costs for corrective lenses, dentures, white canes for the blind, or hearing aids. Certain medications for patients may be off the table, too, despite having a … Continue reading
Don’t Dismiss Preventive Care
The current safety precautions set by the governments has helped keep most seniors safe from COVID-19. However, this shouldn’t cause them to lose sight of their overall health. Many providers for senior care in Orange County, California still recommend seniors to come in for preventive care. Here are some preventive health steps you shouldn’t skip: … Continue reading
