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Balance Improving Exercises    Balance is a skill that often declines with age, and often with little warning. With aging, changes in flexibility, muscle strength, body sensation, reflexes, and mental function all contribute to declining balance. Sense of balance...

The flu / common cold season is coming.A s we age, our immune systems often aren’t able to fight off infections as effectively as they once did. During this season viruses such as colds and flu can circulate widely,potentially be a dangerous time for older adults....

It’s well known that hot weather can be dangerous, particularly for older adults (65 or older). Hot weather is more likely to cause health problems for older adults for a variety of reasons, such as aging-related physical changes in the body, chronic medical...

We at ADA Extended Home Care know how challenging simple movement can be after a stroke. Our caregivers are trained to support you in regaining movement in a paralyzed arm or leg after a stroke. There are five types of exercises that we recommended at ADA Extended...

We at ADA Extended Home Care know how challenging simple movement can be for bedridden or low- mobility clients. Exercising is an essential part of specialized Alzheimer's care, post operative care, post stroke care in our company. We at ADA Extended Home Care take...

Many of you have either heard of or seen the incredible effects that music can have on people with dementia. Music therapy is an intervention that involves using music as a tool in helping patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia in their daily lives. Music in...

Pressure ulcers also known as bedsores, are localized skin damage that usually appear on the skin covered bony areas. Pressure ulcers occur on the skin around elbows, hip, knees, buttocks, shoulders, ankles, heels. People who use a wheelchair, stay in bed for a long...

The day has come that you need to decide who can provide the best care for your mom in the comfort of her home. Many are new to the caregiving scene and sometimes care is needed immediately. It's essential to know what your options are and how your decisions will...

Caring for someone else can often be demanding, and you are not alone if you feel overwhelmed at times. Feeling stress out? You find it harder to care for your loved one? Here are 4 tips that can help you avoid and overcome caregiver stress: Peer Support in Home Care...

Seniors can lose body heat faster than when they were young. Changes in body that come with aging can make it harder for seniors to be aware of getting cold. A big chill can turn into a dangerous problem before a senior even knows what's happening. Here are some tips...