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How to be at ease with a new in-home caregiver
Family members will often take on the added responsibility of taking care of an aging loved so as to not...
Read MoreLaughter does the body (and brain) good
Memory loss is a common side effect of aging. As our bodies (and brains) grow older, it becomes more and...
Read MoreChoosing a senior-friendly cell phone
In the short timeframe of only three days, Apple sold more than 5 million units of its new iPhone 5....
Read MoreConsidering a pet for your aging loved one
In the article “Our Pets, Our Health,” published by the Pet Information Bureau in Washington, D.C., editors explained the mental health...
Read MoreFive compelling reasons for seniors to use social media
The number of older individuals taking advantage of social media is growing every day. According to Mashable.com, there are quite...
Read More10 questions to ask your healthcare provider about prescription medication
In a recent Freedom Home Care blog, we posted a video from the UCSF’s Memory and Aging Center that covered...
Read MoreUnderstanding the side effects of medication
Prescription medications are one of the most important items for aging individuals to properly manage. Not only do aging individuals...
Read MoreSharing stories of caregiving excellence
We here at Freedom Home Care frequent the AARP website on a regular basis. We’ve found that it’s a great resource...
Read More10 reasons why living alone is a blast and a half!
As we here at Freedom Home Care head into the weekend, we thought that we would leave you with a...
Read MoreSuperagers – defying age in a single bound
Last night, if you were watching the 9 o’clock nightly news, you might have noticed a spry, good-looking older gal...
Read MoreWhat is a geriatrician and how do I know if one is needed?
For senior citizens or anyone caring for an older individual, many of the signs of aging can be quite obvious....
Read MoreAlzheimer’s – 10 ways to detect it on its onset
In a recent blog post here at Freedom Home Care we reported that more than 5 million Americans age 65...
Read MoreFlexing the mental muscles to maintain a healthy brain
As most of us know, the brain is like a muscle, and if you don’t flex it from time to...
Read MoreCelebrate National Grandparents Day this Sunday with someone special
These days, there are a lot of far-fetched holidays, fabricated by the likes of Hallmark and 1800Flowers.com. Take some of...
Read MorePreventing the unforeseeable through the Affordable Care Act
Before the weather turns cool and the fall season makes its official appearance, people are already talking about flu vaccinations....
Read MoreHow technology is shaping the field of health care
In today’s technology age, there are so many new advancements and services to tune into. Driving a car is made...
Read MoreMaking the transition from hospital to home a pill that's easy to swallow
Bringing a caregiver into the home can be a necessity at various times in one’s life. And a typical time...
Read MoreSit and be fit with Mary Ann Wilson
Yesterday, we here at Freedom Home Care reported on the importance of maintaining healthy bones, joints and muscles in order...
Read MoreCombating old age from the inside out
As individuals get older, retire and settle into their later years, there are a lot of positive changes to embrace....
Read MoreMaking the bedroom a safer place for your aging loved one
This week, we here at Freedom Home Care have dedicated our blogging to in-home safety for sufferers of Alzheimer’s and...
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