Life expectancy has improved by leaps and bounds over the last few decades. With an aging population, there’s an enormous need for senior care services. And in general, that means there’s more support for seniors and elderly adults living at home than ever before. However, accessing those services is sometimes complicated without a little assistance, … Continued
Falling is one of the biggest fears elderly adults face every day. No one wants to end up in the hospital because they tripped going down the stairs or lost their balance while getting out of the bathtub or shower. According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and … Continued
Daily activities become more difficult as we get older, but luckily, there are hundreds of devices to help the elderly live rich, productive lives. These devices and gadgets can be used for everything from walking to ensuring home safety. In this post, we will review devices to help with daily living, safety, and other joys … Continued
Pneumonia and the complications of the disease can be serious or even life-threatening at any age, but people over the age of 65 are considered a particularly high-risk group. Pneumonia symptoms in elderly people can be difficult to detect and are often not identified until it’s too late. Many elderly patients are asymptomatic due to … Continued
*Griswold Home Care does not offer hair-cutting or nail-care services, please consult your healthcare provider and discuss what local options are available to you Who doesn’t love a fresh new look? A trendy haircut, a new hair color or a simple shampoo and set can do wonders for the spirit. A barber shop shave, mustache trim … Continued
The sandwich generation is typically defined as adults who are “sandwiched” between taking care of their aging parents and their younger children. There are three variations of this term: The Traditional Sandwich Generation: Adults in their 40s or early 50s, who care for their elderly parents and typically adult children, both of whom need financial … Continued
Griswold Home Care offers a $1,000 annual scholarship to a qualified student pursuing a bachelor’s, associate’s, graduate, or professional degree at an accredited college or university. Winners will usually have at least a 3.75 GPA, and have experience in caregiving. We would like to congratulate Samridhi Singh as 2018’s Griswold Home Care Annual Scholarship winner! … Continued
Cleaning their home can be difficult for older adults due to inability to reach high places or difficulty moving for long periods of time. Cleaning help for seniors can vary in levels of service but in this post, we are going to specifically examine light housekeeping and what that entails. What Is Light Housekeeping? When … Continued
What is Gerontology and Geriatrics? It’s easy to mix up gerontology and geriatrics. At first glance, it might even sound like they’re the same thing. Both involve seniors and are among the most important fields in modern medicine. But there is a big difference, and understanding more about it may help you learn how to … Continued
When is National Sleep Day? Every year, a committee at the World Sleep Society aims to raise awareness about sleep disorders through World Sleep Day. It is always held the Friday before the Spring Equinox. The 2019 event is being held March 15th. Seniors often have trouble sleeping due to many factors. Caregivers can celebrate … Continued