December 2018 Archives

Four Tips for Helping a Senior with Arthritis Get Dressed

December 24, 2018

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Arthritis causes painful swelling in the joints, making normal daily movement difficult. When it comes to something that used to be as simple as getting dressed, your senior may find that arthritis wins more often than she'd like it to win. Pick Looser Fitting Clothing Clothing that is tight or extremely fitted can be more difficult to get onto your senior. She may have to stretch farther than is comfortable for her current range of motion in order to get...

Could Your Parent Benefit from a Service Dog Like Sully?

December 19, 2018

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| Categories: Senior Care

Six months after first making news as the service dog assigned to former president George H.W. Bush, Sully is back in the news with the president’s passing. Sully is a yellow Labrador Retriever who was provided to Mr. Bush by an organization called America’s VetDogs. Sully was matched to Mr. Bush and trained to meet his needs for both companionship and support. Do a quick Internet search for pictures of the president with his faithful dog and the joy Sully...

Holiday Shopping with Seniors

December 14, 2018

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Holiday Shopping with Seniors By Terri Murphy For most of us, the holidays are a wonderful time to share the joys of family life and friendship. But for many older adults the holidays can be highly stressful, confusing or even depressing if their mental, physical and emotional needs are not taken into account. One source of holiday stress can be holiday shopping. While many seniors are still able to get out and enjoy the pleasure of shopping for their...

Grosse Pointe Magazine

December 13, 2018

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Have you seen Terri's newest article in the Grosse Pointe Magazine? Help your senior beat the holiday blues with a few tips and tricks. You can download your PDF version at www.grossepointemagazine.com If you or an aging loved-one are considering senior care in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, please talk to the caring staff at Hope Senior Home Care today 313.881.3132. [caption id="attachment_910" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Terri Murphy's Article in Grosse Point Magazine[/caption]

Why is ALS Sometimes Called Lou Gehrig’s Disease?

December 11, 2018

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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a complex disease that attacks the nerves that control muscles. It’s a progressive disease that leads to total disability and death. Though it has received media attention in recent years with the ice bucket challenge and a significant advance in treatment, many people are still unfamiliar with the disease. Most people know it better by the name “Lou Gehrig’s Disease.” But they may not know why the disease is called that or who the man...

6 Winter Safety Tips for Older Adults

December 3, 2018

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| Categories: Senior Safety

Winter is a beautiful time of the year. The snow sparkles and it’s the perfect weather to sit in front of the fireplace with a warm cup of cocoa. But, for older adults, winter also brings some safety concerns. There’s ice to slip on, cold weather that can cause hypothermia, and a risk for frostbite. There are lots of ways family caregivers can keep their older family members safe from cold and ice, though. Below are 5 safety tips for...

Month: December 2018

Four Tips for Helping a Senior with Arthritis Get Dressed

Could Your Parent Benefit from a Service Dog Like Sully?

Holiday Shopping with Seniors

Grosse Pointe Magazine

Why is ALS Sometimes Called Lou Gehrig’s Disease?

6 Winter Safety Tips for Older Adults

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