Blood Pressure & Seniors: Common Causes of Spikes & Why Regular Checks Matter
As we age, monitoring blood pressure becomes more important than ever. But did you know it’s not just salt or stress that can soar those numbers? From hidden sugar in your diet to loneliness or even a poor night’s sleep, many everyday factors can quietly push your blood pressure up. At Promyse Home Care in […]
Dealing with Isolation & Loneliness for Seniors
Consistent and engaging social interaction is important in contributing to overall health and well-being, especially for seniors who are dealing with isolation & loneliness. Meaningful relationships with friends and loved ones are a big part of what helps us feel connected to the world around us, reminding us that we not only have the capacity […]
Seniors Embracing Life with Hearing Loss
People with hearing loss worry and plan how they’ll communicate every day, in every situation. And often, hearing aids or cochlear implants are not enough. Hearing loss means you have a decreased sensitivity to sounds that one normally hears. You cannot reverse hearing loss, however; you can take steps to improve what you hear. Even […]
Occupational Therapy for Seniors
Aging presents an array of changes and challenges that impact our capacity to participate in everyday tasks in the same way we did when we were younger. Seniors often find it difficult to accept these changes and all that comes with them on both an emotional and a physical level. Having to give up activities […]
Reducing Risks of Falling for Seniors
While you may not always be able to stop a senior from falling, you can take some steps to help reduce the risks of falling.The fear of falling among seniors is very real, causing anxiety and may limit their activity. This anxiety can actually increase the risk of falling because they cannot effectively utilize their […]
Embracing Change: A Family’s Story of Love and Dementia
This is the story of Audry’s journey with the growing symptoms of Dementia, and how her loving family learned to embrace the change with love and compassion and how to create a safe, comforting environment. It started with little things Small moments that made us pause and exchange glances, wondering if we were imagining things. […]
What is the Difference between a PSW and a Nurse?
The difference between a PSW and a Nurse is education and scope of practice. The front-line healthcare workers consist of PSWs, RPNs, Registered Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners. Personal Support Worker (PSW) A personal support worker (PSW) can be a beneficial support for a family to lessen the pressure a family may feel with all the […]
Why is Pneumonia More Dangerous for Seniors
What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of one or both lungs. This inflammation results in the air sacs filling up with pus or fluid. This fluid build-up can make breathing more difficult as the lungs struggle to function effectively. When the lungs aren’t working correctly, the […]
Adaptive Clothing for Senior Independence
As we grow older, many tasks and activities that used to be simple can all of a sudden become burdensome and strenuous. We often take for granted having the strength and mobility to carry out daily routines to continue living an independent lifestyle. Even something as seemingly straightforward as getting dressed and ready for the […]
Considerations for Moving Your Parents In with You
As our parents age well past their retirement, the time may come when living in their home presents some health and safety concerns. You begin to consider moving your parents in with you, to your home, to ensure a continuing quality of life. Taking on the responsibility of caring for your aging parents is a […]
