Benefits of Home Care for Adults with Special Needs
Home care services are not just for seniors! People of any age with chronic illness or disabilities can benefit as well. People with Down syndrome, autism, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities can live and work successfully in their communities. These days adults with special needs have a wide range of options to live more […]
Coping with Wandering Senior Loved Ones with Dementia
Wandering is a standard behaviour among seniors with dementia. It refers to when someone with dementia moves about aimlessly or without a clear purpose. Wandering can pose a safety risk for the individual and cause caregiver stress. Caregivers must establish a safe environment and keep track of the senior’s movements to prevent them from getting […]
How to Care for a Loved one at Home after a Stroke
There is life – and hope – after a stroke. With time, new routines will become second nature. Rehabilitation can build your strength, capability, and confidence. It can help you continue your daily activities despite the effects of your stroke. When you are the primary caregiver for at-home care for a loved one who has […]
Why In-Home Nursing & Post-Retirement Professionals are the Best Choices
Are you or a loved one considering in-home post-retirement or nursing care? Our Promyse Home Care professional caregivers will be able to give you the best care! What qualifies an in-home care professional to provide you or a loved one with the best care possible? All our in-home care professionals are medically trained, and many […]
The Benefits of In-Home Care Over a Nursing Home
When it comes to long-term care in a nursing home or In-Home Care, you need to find the right balance of comfort and simplicity for your needs – and in-home care provides both! Aging, and the limitations that come with it, is a reality all of us must face. Whether you are considering long-term care […]
What is Palliative Care at Home
Home care is the preferred option for most people with a terminal illness. Remaining within the comforts of home alleviates a lot of stress that moving into assisted living programs often has on people in later stages of life. Providing home care relies on good community-based services and a general practice workforce competent in palliative […]
Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15th, 2022
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, 2022 It is time to raise awareness around the realities of elder abuse as a significant -and growing- public health and human rights issue. Elder abuse cases are rising globally as many countries grapple with rapidly aging populations and a lack of resources to support them. If the […]
Stay Active, Connected, and Safe
June is the month we Celebrate Seniors in Ontario The theme is Stay Active, Stay Connected, and Stay Safe It’s a time when we recognize our amazing older Ontarians and the contributions they have made and continue to. How do seniors contribute to our communities? They shop, use services, and pay taxes. Seniors have more […]
How Osteoporosis Affects Seniors
It’s likely that more than 200 million people are living with osteoporosis, a medical condition marked by having fragile bones. This condition is especially common among older women, and it can be dangerous. Since seniors are at greater risk of this disease, it’s important to learn how to prevent or manage osteoporosis. What Is Osteoporosis? […]
Understanding Options for End of Life Care
It is essential for seniors and their caregivers to understand end-of-life care options, like hospice or palliative choices. Sometimes life ends unexpectedly. But for many seniors, the end of life comes with warning signs and happens slowly. Although difficult to discuss, it is crucial for seniors and their caregivers to understand their options. Main Types […]
