Elderly people often become vulnerable due to lack of mobility and weak limbs, which can cause a fall. These falls can be quite serious, therefore it is very important to fall-proof your house as well as to be vigilant while you are out and about with an elderly person. Here are a few tips to […]

How to Provide Care for a Recovering Stroke Patient As a family member or loved one, it can be challenging to take care of a recovering stroke patient, so here we’ve answered a few ‘frequently asked questions’ and compiled a few important tips to make caring for a recovering stroke patient more effective and simple.

What are the signs of mild moderate and severe Alzheimer’s disease? It can be hard to tell if our loved ones may be experiencing symptoms of Alzheimers. It can also be hard to face the issue. Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging. There is hope, that the earlier and more effectively you diagnose the disease the

7 Major Differences Between Home Health Aides (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) There are several major differences between HHA’s and CNA’s. Most noteworthy is that the HHA is not required to have a license and the CNA is required to have a license. In addition, certifications and training course requirements vary, and the services

Best Tips For Safely Traveling With Seniors When planning trips with elderly loved ones involved, it can be tough to manage all of the details to ensure a safe journey. Luckily, with a little forethought and a few phone calls, most of the major concerns can be alleviated in advance. Depending on the patients needs

Healthy Exercise Programs for Seniors As we age our bodies can become rigid, tight, and achy. To counteract this it is important to stay physically active to maintain agility, flexibility and mobility. This will keep both the body and mind functioning well in older age. If you or a loved one is looking for a

Staying Calm – Helpful Stress Relief Tips For Seniors Life can be stressful. Add to the normal stress of everyday life facing a debilitating disease, and staying calm can be a challenge. Specialized Nursing Services caregivers know your loved one is under an enormous amount of stress and discomfort, and we want to help. When

The Importance Of Nutrition For Seniors Good Nutrition is a lifelong practice. It is important to maintain our physical well being starting at a young age so that as we age, our body stays healthy, fit and resilient to injury or disease. For senior citizens and elderly, it can be especially important to build in

In-Home Nursing Assistance For Alzheimer’s Care At Specialized Nursing Services we know first hand the painful and devastating effects of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. It can be challenging to watch a parent grow old, uncomfortable and unfamiliar with their surroundings. Fortunately, thanks to science and technology, doctors and researchers have been able to identify a