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Kitchen Safety for Seniors: Help Your Loved One Keep Their Love of Cooking

An elderly man gladly cooks on his stove with fresh produce nearby to complete the recipe.

Key Takeaways: As we age, our ability to participate in the hobbies we’ve always loved comes with new challenges. Often, these challenges prevent our loved ones from finding joy in these activities. Especially if doing so potentially creates a health hazard for your senior. One hobby that can sometimes fall to the wayside due to […]

A senior man sleeping peacefully in bed.

Do you have a senior loved one, who is normally very active, that has suddenly started to decline invitations, take more naps, or seem to lose interest in their hobbies? Senior fatigue is a common experience, and while some fatigue is a normal part of aging, a persistent and overwhelming sense of fatigue is something […]

A senior woman sits and smiles at the camera while her nurse watches over her.

When a loved one has a serious illness, you’re faced with many questions about their care. Is it possible to pursue recovery at home? What can In-Home Caregivers provide? How do I ensure my senior loved one is comfortable during this process? On top of those questions it can also be overwhelming to navigate the […]

A senior woman sits with her caregiver behind her.

Home care often brings to mind the elderly, but it benefits many, from post-op recovery to chronic illness management, helping maintain independence. This common misconception hinders families from realizing their potential. Informed decisions are crucial for loved ones. Understanding home care options goes a long way toward easing the burden families often feel when their […]

Two senior parents of Indian decent sitting on the couch talking to their relatives on the phone.

Caring for aging parents is a journey of love and responsibility. For those who must live far away from their senior loved ones, ensuring their health and wellness comes with some unique challenges. It can be hard to be certain that they have everything they need without being there to confirm it. However, at Accessible […]

A nurse with blonde hair pulled back into a ponytail sits on the edge of the bed as she assists an elderly, bed-bound woman with a drink of water.

When families hear ‘palliative care,’ they might not immediately associate it with ongoing support from the point of a cancer diagnosis or realize its focus on enhancing the quality of life alongside curative treatments. Yet, palliative care offers a vital layer of comfort, symptom management, and emotional support. Even more empowering is the knowledge that […]

An elderly white man with white hair and facial hair wears a grey sweater and blue shirt. He smiles while his right hand holds a paddle up to cover his right eye. There is vision testing equipment in the background.

For most of us, our eyes are the first way we encounter the world. As the old saying goes, eyes are the window to the soul. But what happens when your eyesight starts to change, making your vision not as sharp as it once was? While some vision changes are a natural part of aging, […]

An elderly woman is being comforted by a younger woman.

When we think about our aging loved ones, we often overlook how stressful the current changes in their lives can be. While stress affects everyone, seniors experience it differently due to health changes, loss of independence, and shifting social connections—all while possibly belonging to generations where mental health discussions were uncommon. As the ones in […]

An elderly man holds an iPad while an in-home nurse assists him with what he is viewing on his screen.

The aging process is a beautiful part of life. It also comes with challenges that sometimes mean that the seniors in our lives need long-term care for their overall health and wellness. Everyone’s experience with aging is different, but signs like missed medications, issues with balance or falling, or diminished physical or home hygiene can […]

Senior man sitting down with a caregiver behind him resting their hand on his shoulder.

Stroke recovery is a journey that marks the beginning of reclaiming a stroke survivor’s independence and quality of life. When someone experiences a stroke, it can affect various aspects of their functioning — from movement and speech to cognitive abilities and holistic well-being. While the recovery process can sometimes be challenging, it can lead to […]

AHHC Blog

Kitchen Safety for Seniors: Help Your Loved One Keep Their Love of Cooking

How to Support Your Senior Through Fatigue

Palliative Care Vs. Hospice: Similarities and Differences

True or False Home Care Edition: Debunking Common Myths and Answering FAQs

5 Ways to Care for Your Elderly Parents from a Distance

How In-Home Care Can Provide Palliative Care

5 Ways to Maintain Healthy Vision as You Age

How to Create a Stress-Management Plan with Your Senior

5-Step Guide to Developing a Long-Term Care Plan

Stroke Recovery Guide: How to Best Support Your Loved One Post Stroke