
Exploring Music Therapy in The Home
Music has a healing power that researchers have found is effective for those who have dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Music therapy is a non-pharmacological approach that includes singing and listening to music. It's

5 Ways to "Fall-Proof" Your Client’s Home
The consequences of falling can be damaging. According to the National Council on Aging, they are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries, threatening safety, independence, and generating economic and personal

What an In-Home Caregiver Can Best Provide for Your Child
It may feel as if you are the only person giving care to your child. However, as a parent of a special-needs child or a child with acute or chronic medical conditions, getting additional help in the home can be
5 Ways to "Fall-Proof" Your Client’s Home
The consequences of falling can be damaging. According to the National Council on Aging, they are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries, threatening safety, independence, and generating economic and personal
How to Best Communicate With a Loved One in the Late Stages of Dementia
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 50 million people are living worldwide with dementia. This is projected to reach 82 million by 2030 and nearly double that by 2050. In the US, approximately 5.7
Best Methods for Helping Your Parents Accept In-Home Help
Among the hardest conversations you'll likely have with your parents is talking about accepting help at home. It places you in a role reversal you may never be truly ready for. Suddenly you're now responsible for the
Make Your Clients Hospital-to-Home Transition Easier
Any time there is a transition in care the potential for gaps exists. After discharge from the hospital, many are sent home still recovering from an acute illness or injury, as well as chronic conditions they may also

Fun Activities for Bedridden Children
Being confined to bed is no fun for anyone, and least of all a highly energetic youngster whose sole goal is to be moving — a lot! You probably have experienced a change in your own behavior when you've been confined to

How to Identify the Different Stages of Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's disease is a disorder of the brain that causes memory loss, changes in personality and a gradual loss of independence. It is the most common type of dementia and is progressive through three main stages of

Are You Too Stressed? 5 Anti-Stress Exercises for Any Caregiver
Stress is a fact of life. It helps your body prepare to face danger, during which you'll experience both physical and psychological changes. However, chronic stress is not healthy and can produce chronic health