When a client is hospitalized and then has to be readmitted a short time later, clients and their families may wonder what is going wrong. When it comes to hospital readmissions, there are many variables at play. The patient’s willingness … Continued
Seniors can have an especially hard time with the holiday season. While aging and maturity can bring the wisdom of years for many people, there are inevitable losses that come to even the most healthy individuals. Many of these losses are … Continued
Click on the link below for ideas for a senior loved one. Gift Guide for Seniors In addition, these gifts are great for grandparents and loved ones! BLACKOUT BUDDY This emergency LED blackout flashlight doubles as a night light, so … Continued
When families live far away from one another, the holidays may be the only opportunity that long-distance caregivers and family members have to personally observe older relatives. Age-related decline can happen quickly. Family members who haven’t seen their aging loved … Continued
Memories: The Songs and Spirit of Christmas, is the latest collection from Alzheimer’s Music Connect, a company that creates musical medleys for people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Evidence, both anecdotal and scientific, has uncovered the positive influence … Continued
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Because your immune system weakens as you age, adults age 65 years and older are more susceptible to the flu. It is important all seniors get the flu vaccine. You have two options for vaccination: the regular dose flu shot … Continued
At CareBuilders at Home Plano-Frisco we proudly care for our Veterans, their spouses and surviving spouses every day. Our commitment to their care is just one of the ways we demonstrate appreciation for their service to our country. 1 in … Continued
Taking a tumble may do more than break a senior’s bones—it could also increase their risk of death. For people 65 years old and older falls are the number one cause of death from an injury, according to the Centers … Continued
Caregiving results in major changes in a family: physical, emotional, social and financial issues can arise. It changes the roles, responsibilities and feelings within the family, which can lead to tension and fighting. CareBuilders at Home Plano-Frisco would like to … Continued