Five Basic Balance Exercises for Seniors

Exercise is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and only increases in importance as we age. Let’s be clear: exercising regularly doesn't have to mean going to the gym five nights a Read More

Why do Seniors Sometimes Resist In-Home Care?

The reason we seek to arrange care for our loved ones as they age is simple: we want only the best for them. Unfortunately, this is not always a smooth and easy transition. For seniors who have been Read More

Signs that Your Loved One May Need Elder Care

There may come a time when your aging loved one begins having difficulty performing daily activities. When this happens, it may be time to hire a caregiver. An in-home care provider will provide many Read More

Five Ways In-Home Care Can Improve Quality of Life for Veterans

Our veterans are valuable members of society whose contribution to American life is based in commitment, devotion, and self-sacrifice. Our veterans made a living of putting their lives on the line to Read More

In-home care: Independent Contractor vs Agency

If you’re considering hiring an in-home caregiver for your loved one, you will likely be faced with the decision of choosing between working with a home care agency or an independent contractor. There Read More

Easing the Burden of Parkinson’s

Parkinson's disease is a serious chronic illness that drastically impacts a person's quality of life. An estimated 1 million people in America suffer from Parkinson's, and an estimated 10 million Read More

The Importance of Ongoing Training and Education in In-Home Care

Watching your loved ones grow older can certainly be difficult, but in-home care can be a useful tool in allowing your elders to retain their quality of life and dignity as they age. However, if you Read More

Living With the Pain and Suffering of Dementia

We know that living with dementia is painful—for the patient, as well as the family that loves them. In this video Beth Wetzel, Transitional Care Coordinator at Comfort Home Care, shares her deeply Read More

Care Options for Family Members with Long-Term Injuries

If your loved one is suffering from a long-term injury, there are many care options available to help them recover, from in-home care to assisted living facilities. Before deciding on a care Read More

How to Know If an Agency-Based Care Model Is Right for Your Loved One

One of the biggest decisions family members must make is how to best care for their aging loved ones. Many families rely on agency-based care models such as nursing homes and assisted living Read More

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