How Can End-of-Life Care Help Your Loved One
Being diagnosed with a terminal illness can be challenging to come to terms with for patients as well as their families. In most cases, it is a family member that takes on the majority of the responsibility in providing the necessary assistance and support required in these situations. Quality end-of-life care can be extremely helpful […]
Helping Seniors Avoid Social Isolation
Social isolation among seniors is more common than people realize. As the senior population in Canada continues to climb, the incidence of solitude and seclusion for older adults will only increase. A lack of social activity can be debilitating and exacerbate feelings of loneliness. Social isolation can also lead to other health issues like anxiety, […]
How to Prepare your home for Seniors after Surgery
It can be overwhelming for family caregivers and loved ones assisting seniors in thinking about all the things that must be done when preparing for a return from surgery. The first thing to remember is that support and assistance are always available from services like Promyse Home Care. Having professional help to address questions and […]
At Home Care for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
Keeping your loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia safe at home may sometimes be overwhelming. There is help for your loved one and you and your family. Remaining at home with Alzheimer’s has been shown to help our loved ones stay healthier and happier and live longer. When looking after a loved one that you are close […]
Why In-Home Nursing and 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, 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 options for a loved one or yourself, […]
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 […]
Coping with Caregiver Guilt
Guilt is a far too common emotion for a lot of caregivers. Especially for family caregivers, guilt can be both a motivating factor and an immobilizing deterrent. Guilt often occurs when there is a discrepancy between idealized ambitions and actual outcomes. Even more often, these feelings of guilt are irrational and unreasonable. It is the […]
3 Tips for Including Loved Ones with Dementia in Family Gatherings
As we age, participating in social activities can become more demanding and stressful. When dementia is added into the mix, it can become even more challenging. Ideally, we want to be able to include our loved ones in family gatherings for as long as possible. Those with dementia often still enjoy being social, and the […]
Practicing Self-Care for Caregivers
Anyone that has provided care for an aging family member knows that it can be a very rewarding, yet exhausting, endeavour. In order to continue to be effective, caregivers must engage in self-care practices or they run the risk of needing medical care and assistance themselves. What is Self-Care? Self-care is getting heavy exposure these […]
