Gregory is an 82-year-old grandfather of three who was diagnosed with congestive heart failure a year ago. Recently, he experienced an exacerbation. He enjoys meeting friends for book club and spending time with his family. Over the last few...
When considering the risk of stroke, high blood pressure isn’t merely a bystander; it often takes center stage as the primary culprit. Those with high blood pressure (HBP) are at a notably higher risk of experiencing strokes, which can...
Occupational therapists play a crucial role in supporting individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) as they navigate daily tasks amidst the progression of the condition. Their expertise lies in evaluating and planning activities vital for the well-being and independence of...
Engaging our persons living with dementia with meaningful activities The holidays may create feelings of nostalgia and feeling “blue” as we reminisce over times gone by and loved ones we miss. During isolation these feelings may be exacerbated and...
If you have recently begun looking into Medicare, you may be confused by some general terms that are often thrown around in conversations about the policies. If you do not know the jargon of the industry then what you...
It’s no secret that our furry friends add more than just companionship to many people’s lives, but did you know that they can be particularly helpful to the elderly? For starters, pets can offer a sense of companionship to...
Do’s in communicating with an Alzheimer patient Always keep a friendly, soft tone of voice even if you notice the patient is becoming somewhat aggressive in communication. It is the disease doing it, not the person. Always observe the...
When Concierge Home Care grew from zero to 100 patients within its first three months in business, Linda Murphy, RN, BSN, COS-C, CDP, RN-BC, Chief Executive Officer, knew that the agency’s future would hold both tremendous potential and significant...
With great honor and excitement we have the privilege to announce that we are bringing together two top Home Health Care Agencies in Northeast Florida, Concierge Home Care and Kinetic Home Health. Together we become the largest provider of...
Severe stress can have a very bad influence on the good functioning of the brain. Living in today’s hectic world, it is no wonder that more and more people struggle with different levels of stress. Too much stress can...
Initiating such a sensitive conversation with your elderly relative can be extremely difficult. Many people do not wish to accept the idea that they cannot live independently anymore and that they need day to day assistance. You obviously need...
Dementia patients need to be stimulated constantly, since memory, thinking and behavior are the most affected in this disease. Unfortunately, dementia or Alzheimer’s is a disease that progresses slowly, but progresses towards the worse. This is why it is...
