Everything You Should Know About Independent Living Communities
Independent living is any housing arrangement designed exclusively for older adults, generally those aged 55 and over. While residents live independently, most communities offer services aimed at those who need little or no assistance. You can, however, hire in-home help separately as required, such as through Happier At Home. It’s important to plan ahead and educate […]
Senior Care and Housing Resources
It can be overwhelming watching your parent or loved one lose the strength or abilities as they age. As a daughter or son, chances are you will need to step in at some point and at least support your aging parent in finding resources to assist them. Whether the focus is aging in place, or […]
Hand Pain and Tremors in Seniors
Occasional trembling hands and painful joints can occur at any age, but as you age, the likelihood increases. Some types of hand tremors can be genetic, while some can be caused by diseases like Parkinson’s Disease. Osteo arthritic changes become more common as you age. Even the best medications used to treat tremors and hand […]
Key Questions to Ask Home-Care Agencies
Often times families are aware that their loved one may need some extra help at home, but don’t act on it. Whether it’s due to denial, fear, or simply not knowing where to start, families that wait until a crisis occurs find themselves scrambling for help. Educating yourself about local options before the need arises […]
Flying This Winter? Be Prepared
Whether the elderly may be flying for a vacation, or heading to a more comfortable climate this winter, preparing for the flight is important. Special considerations must be planned for at the time of booking the flight, such as getting a motorized escort or wheelchair assistance to your departure gate, bringing a companion escort or […]
Proactive Treatments to Parkinson’s Disease: LSVT BIG
Those with Parkinson’s Disease move and speak differently as the disease progresses, with gestures and actions that become smaller and slower, and their voice becomes softer. The result is a mismatch between what the actions of those with Parkinson’s actually are, and what they perceive. LSVT BIG helps improve the mismatch between what is felt […]
Routine Health Screenings at Community Pharmacies
During the pandemic, many adults either couldn’t get their necessary health screenings completed or avoided them. Now is an opportune time to catch up on your health screenings and make them part of your healthcare routine. Recently your community pharmacies have pharmacists that practice in outpatient settings to perform screenings such as blood pressure, blood […]
How To: Emergency Preparedness Kits
Extreme temperature, especially if local electric utility or gas distribution services are disrupted for extended periods of time can drastic affects on older adults. Nowadays, seriously ill people continue to live in their own homes with support from caregivers and equipment. These people need a well- thought-out emergency plan to include an emergency preparedness kit. […]
Getting Started with Home Care
Many people acknowledge that they need help to be able to remain home and independent. Where do you start? Who do you call? The process that we use at Happier At Home is similar to other companies, and helps us to identify your loved one’s needs. It goes something like this: Find a Happier at […]
Avoiding Open Enrollment Scams
Open Enrollment time is Medicare scam time! Tis the season to shop for the right Medicare plan for you. Those eligible for Medicare have until Dec. 7th to enroll in the plan they choose. Unfortunately, scammers are around every corner using any opportunity to target older Americans. The purpose is to get personal or financial […]
