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 after 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 […]
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 […]
Keeping our Senior Loved Ones on their Feet and Prevent Falls
Among Canadian seniors, falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and between 20% and 30% of seniors fall each year, with the numbers rising. Falls and associated outcomes harm the injured individuals and affect family, friends, care providers and the health care system. Falls can lead to negative mental health outcomes such as fear […]
Differences between In-Home, Live-In and In-Home Nursing Care
Choosing the right services starts with understanding the main options available with each type of in-home health care. It is good to understand the different options available for aging at home so that when it is time for additional care for your loved one, you know which service(s) are suitable to provide the best care […]
How to Eat and Be Healthy After a Stroke
After suffering a stroke, it might be harder to get all the nutrients you need. Your healthcare provider can assure you are getting good nutrition. Healthy eating can improve your health and reduce your risk of having another stroke. There may be conditions that make it difficult to eat and drink, such as: These challenges […]
Is Palliative Care in Ontario Free
In Ontario, there is no cost for palliative care medical services for patients in their homes, hospices, or hospitals. Because it is publicly funded, if you qualify for OHIP and need to be in a hospital, hospice, or long-term care home, palliative care services are provided. Home care is also publicly funded by the Home and Community Care […]
Can you Hear Me? Is it Hearing Loss?
Imagine if you awoke one day and realized that you could no longer hear your favourite songs, the sound of your grandchildren laughing, the nuances of your regular tv shows, or even inside jokes shared with your closest friends. Hearing Loss Approximately one in three older adults have hearing loss, but many don’t want to […]
How do I Know if I am Having a Stroke?
If you think your loved one is having a stroke, every minute counts! It is important to understand the signs and symptoms of stroke, so you can take quick action and hopefully save a life. Different parts of your brain control different parts of your body, and symptoms will depend on the part of the […]
Eating for a Healthy Recovery after Surgery
Recovering after Surgery can be a Challenging Task for a Senior. Each year in Canada, over one million surgeries are performed. If your loved one is in recovery after surgery or is scheduled for surgery after surgery care is so essential, and that includes eating healthy foods to help the healing process. Whether surgery is […]
