Posts by Anna Mensah-Nti, RN, BSN, Founder
The Pros and Cons of Involving Your Children in Your Dad’s Care
Senior Care Falls Church VA-As a family caregiver, one of your biggest questions is how to involve your children. It’s nice to involve them, but you also need to weigh the emotional toll they’d face.
Read MoreFive Possible Support Options for You
Caregiver Mount Vernon VA-When you’re a family caregiver, you’ve got to have support for yourself even while you’re supporting your elderly family member. Here are some tips.
Read MoreFive Services that Make Aging in Place Easier
Home Care Services Alexandria VA-If your elderly family member is determined to age in place on her own, it’s worth determining how to make that as easy as possible for her.
Read MoreIs Sleep Apnea a Risk Factor for Cancer?
Homecare Lorton VA-You may be aware that sleep apnea is a risk factor for cardiovascular problems, but scientists recently discovered that there may be one more reason to get sleep apnea treated. In a recent study, researchers found a link between sleep apnea and cancer risk.
Read MoreImproving Outdoor Safety for a Senior with Increased Fall Risk
Elder Care Belvoir VA-Taking steps to create a safer, more accessible environment outside, and prepare for other outdoor experiences, can help both of you feel more confident and motivated to head out and have more quality time together while still managing fall risk.
Read MoreUnderstand Your Options if You Don’t Want to Quit Your Job to Be a Family Caregiver
Senior Care Old Town Alexandria VA-Don’t let your duties as a family caregiver become overwhelming. You can still care for your dad but have a senior care aide to help spell you from time to time.
Read MoreWhat to Do When You Can’t Be a Caregiver Anymore
Caregiver McLean VA-Even for people who love being a caregiver to an older family member, circumstances sometimes change and make it impossible to continue in the role. Here are some tips for making the change.
Read MoreCan Home Care Services Providers Prepare Senior Meals?
Home Care Services Fairfax VA-One area that is extremely important in caregiving is planning and preparing nutritious and tasty meals and snacks for the elderly relative. Here are some tips for help.
Read MoreHow to Develop a Routine for a Senior with Dementia
Home Health Care in Falls Church VA: Having a solid routine in place gives a senior with dementia something that she can count on every day.
Read MoreSheltering in Place for Home-bound Seniors
Home Care in Mount Vernon VA: Fire safety experts recommend that elderly adults who are aging in place and are unable to evacuate in the event of a house fire should shelter in place.
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