Caring for a loved one undergoing stroke recovery at home requires a combination of compassion, knowledge, and practical skills. Freedom Home Care understands the complexities of stroke recovery and offers expert guidance and support for caregivers. Here are essential tips for providing optimal stroke recovery home care: Understanding the Effects of Stroke Stroke survivors may experience a wide range of physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes based on the areas of the brain affected by the stroke. It’s crucial for caregivers to understand these potential effects to provide appropriate care and support. Preparing to Care for a Stroke Survivor Before
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Parkinson’s Disease Self-Care
Living with Parkinson’s disease presents unique challenges, but there are ways one can ease symptoms, preserve health, and enhance quality of life. While medical treatment is essential, integrating self-care strategies into daily routines can offer a sense of empowerment and control. Here, we explore comprehensive self-care approaches that encompass maintaining quality sleep, staying active, and ensuring a nutritious diet, supported by insights from Freedom Home Care. Quality Sleep Optimizing Sleep for Better Health Parkinson’s disease can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to fatigue and other health problems. Establishing a relaxing bedtime routine is crucial. Create a sleep-friendly environment by minimizing noise
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Chronic Kidney Disease Self Care at Home
Living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) requires diligent care and lifestyle adjustments, particularly in the comfort of one’s home. Freedom Home Care is committed to supporting individuals with CKD by providing essential guidance and services that promote health and wellness right where they live. This blog draws inspiration from trusted sources and our expertise in home care to offer practical self-care tips for managing CKD at home. Understanding CKD and Home Care CKD affects your kidneys’ ability to filter waste and fluids from your blood efficiently. Managing this condition involves a holistic approach that includes diet, medication management, and lifestyle
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Tylenol Side Effects in the Elderly
Introduction At Freedom Home Care, we understand the importance of informed medication use for senior citizens. This concise guide focuses on Tylenol, a common medication, and its side effects in the elderly. Understanding Tylenol Tylenol, or acetaminophen, is widely used for pain relief and fever reduction. However, its impact on the elderly requires special attention due to changes in their body’s drug metabolism. Key Considerations for Elderly Patients Physiological Changes: Decreased liver and kidney function in the elderly affect drug processing. Common Side Effects: These include nausea, dizziness, and rare skin reactions. Digestive Impact: Prolonged use increases the risk of
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After Surgery Care Package for Seniors
Introduction Undergoing surgery can be a challenging experience, especially for seniors. In these times, a little gesture of care can go a long way in uplifting their spirits and aiding their recovery. At Freedom Home Care, we understand the importance of thoughtful gestures, and we’ve compiled a list of 10 ideal items to include in an after-surgery care package for seniors. Comfort and Relaxation Items: A post-surgery period requires rest and relaxation. Including a soft, luxurious throw blanket and cozy, non-slip socks can offer physical comfort and warmth. Aromatherapy items like soothing candles or essential oils and diffusers can also
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Year in Review: 2023
At Freedom Home Care, we take great pride in our commitment to the community through our active involvement in both hosting and sponsoring events. The past year has seen a bunch of engaging and beneficial activities, and we’re eager to shine a light on the contributions of our exceptional team. Here’s a glimpse into a few of the remarkable events that unfolded in 2023: Holiday Activities & Events A lot happened this holiday season. We had a Toys for Tots bin, and thanks to the generosity of our communities, we helped make a lot of Christmas wishes come true. We
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How Far Will Our Caregivers Travel to You?
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing has provided care to Highland Park and the surrounding Chicagoland areas since its founding in 1997. We provide the kind of care that lasts. Since 1997 we have been the go-to provider of in-home care. So, if moving to a home or moving in general isn’t an option, then take a look and see if Freedom Home Care serves your area. Furthermore, each client is given the best possible care, whether that is in home care, Alzheimer’s care, personalized elder care, etc. So where should you go if you need to see us? Our
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Local Halloween Themed Activities for Seniors
Join in the Halloween festivities this year! There are plenty of creative and accessible crafts and activities to do from home or out in the Highland Park area. Halloween Is Just Around the Corner Crafts are a way to celebrate Halloween from home or with friends. Decorate pumpkins, make decorative spider webs, make spiral ghosts, make spooky candles, decorative Halloween garlands. If food is more up your alley, then make a seasonal cider or deviled eggs. An activity to get a group involved is by playing Halloween charades, by sharing scary stories, by making a homemade costume contest, by trick
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month takes place during the month of October every year. It is an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. Through the spread of awareness then early detection will more likely happen as well as an intentional pooling of resources to fight breast cancer. Ultimately, this is a month dedicated to help uplift women in need. Stay On Top Of Your Health! The past year saw a setback in screenings and early detection, so the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. (NBCF) is rising to the challenge! Rise with them! When breast cancer is
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National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to recognize this disease and spread awareness regarding the dangers of sickle cell. Read more from Freedom Home Care below. What is Sickle Cell? Sickle cell is a genetic red blood cell disorder that is apparent at birth. Healthy red blood cells are round and move through the body to support oxygen to all parts of the body, however, someone with sickle cell does not possess healthy red blood cells. The red blood cells in someone with sickle cell disease become hard and sticky and look like a C-shaped
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