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Depression & Companionship for Elderly & Seniors

by A-1 | Jul 13, 2024 | Depression, Disease Specific, Home Care

It’s unfortunate that many Elderly individuals are so embarrassed or ashamed of letting loved ones know that they have depression. Depression is a real medical illness, not just a passing phase, as many individuals may think. According to an article...

Increase Vitamin D Intake, Reduce Cancer Risk

by A-1 | Jul 10, 2024 | Cancer, Disease Specific

According to a study recently published in the April (2016) issue of PLOS ONE, researchers from the University of California, San Diego say that higher levels of Vitamin D are associated with reduced risk of cancer. In countries where there is less available sunlight,...

Head Injuries at A-1 Homecare

by A-1 | Jul 7, 2024 | Brain Injuries - TBI, Disease Specific

Remember when you didn’t have to wear a helmet to ride a bike? Well, those days are long gone, but for good reason. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), facial and spinal cord injury, fractured bones, and death may result from a bicycle injury if you do not wear a helmet....

Storytelling with Seniors and Caregivers

by A-1 Home Care | Jul 1, 2024 | Health Tips, Home Care, Success Stories

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,...

Improvement with Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients

by A-1 | Jul 1, 2024 | Alzheimer, Disease Specific

Just because someone is diagnosed with dementia does not mean they have lost complete control over their lives. In fact, you can still improve your cognitive functions through various activities. For example, practical and normal activities such as gardening can be...