It’s hard enough when illness strikes and sends you to the hospital. Try coupling illness with loneliness and confinement at a hospital. According to new research, studies show that seniors who come out of the hospital show worse signs of health than before, and...
Every Senior has a story to tell. Having lived for as long as they have, they have surely lived a long and trying life, filled with both joyous and devastating experiences. Their stories are, without a doubt, interesting and entertaining to listen to, but oftentimes,...
What is Gout? Gout is a form of arthritis that inflames the joints when uric acid builds up in your bloodstream. Seniors with gout experience gout flare-ups that may be triggered by alcohol, medication, certain foods, and stress. When an elderly person has a gout...
Parkinson’s Disease is mainly characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity, slow movement and unstable posture. However, there are also many “invisible” symptoms that people don’t recognize as Parkinson’s, such as anxiety, bladder problems and depression. Not everyone...
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching. This year show mom you really care by giving her the gift of home care. Great things come with age but sometimes even simple day to day tasks can become increasingly difficult. With A-1 Home Care service, mom can be relieved of the...
