Home Care Blog | Albany & NY Capital Region
Posted: 9/16/2019 9:23 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Moving your loved one home after an extended hospital stay can cause them more stress than you think. They are probably eager to return home and resume their normal routine, but a quick change in lifestyle is difficult. Having in home care from a qualified caregiver in Albany, NY can help ease the transition, making your loved one's recovery more comfortable.
Posted: 9/6/2019 11:11 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Are you stressed? Well try some music therapy. Music touches all aspects of the mind, body, and behavior. Music can provide a distraction for the mind, it can slow the rhythms of the body, it can alter our mood, which in turn can influence behaviors. Music therapy is used for multiple issues, from stress relief to mental health, emotional and behavioral issues. It can help with depression, ...
Posted: 8/29/2019 10:08 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Our monthly blog originally called “Wow Wednesday,” was started to shine the spotlight on our amazing caregivers. These caregivers were awarded employee of the month and since this has not posted in a few months I wanted to take the time to share what I have gathered.
Posted: 8/23/2019 1:05 PM by
Interim HealthCare
We love our pets and enjoy having them travel with us. Please Do not Leave Your Pet in your vehicle, even when it doesn’t seem that hot outside!!
Posted: 8/15/2019 10:03 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Interim has many long-term clients, but none who have been together as long as our aide Nancy and her client Sophia.
Posted: 8/7/2019 3:20 PM by
Interim HealthCare
I always believe that for the most part of life, you get as much, and sometimes more, than what you give. I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing this act of kindness in my own personal life and in the field of home care with our aides and clients.
Posted: 7/22/2019 1:43 PM by
Interim HealthCare
Meditation is a hot topic these days, with more attention being given to the use of meditation by seniors. And with good reason!
Posted: 7/18/2019 10:00 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Losing a loved one is not easy. As individuals, we tend to experience the feelings and emotions differently. Bereavement is a process and for those who have lost a loved one, here is some great advice from Dean Brown, Bereavement Coordinator for High Peaks Hospice.
Posted: 6/25/2019 3:47 PM by
Interim HealthCare
With Summer Upon us, this is the Perfect time to talk about Dehydration. Signs and Symptoms of Dehydration, and Tips to Help Older Adults stay Hydrated.
Posted: 6/18/2019 10:30 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Homecare suggests two things: the minefield it has become to navigate and the people who populate it. Today, I’d like to write about the caregivers themselves that I have met. I hold them in great regard as they preform a job I could never do.
Posted: 6/7/2019 4:19 PM by
Interim HealthCare
As her only child, you have become a caregiver for your mom. She still lives on her own, but she relies on you for a lot, including managing her many medications and over the counter supplements. Sometimes it seems like an extra full-time job.
Posted: 5/16/2019 10:37 AM by
Interim HealthCare
When an aging family member is struggling to live safely at home, elder care assistance can provide the help they need. At Interim HealthCare of Albany, we know that when given the choice, seniors prefer to age in place. Staying at home where they are comfortable is important. Families throughout the Albany area rely on our elder care services to make aging in place possible and safe.
Posted: 1/29/2019 7:57 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Research shows that seniors with satisfying social relationships live longer and healthier lives compared to those with little or no socialization. Most seniors value their fulfilling relationships with family and friends second only to health as the most important area in their life*. The importance of socialization is further emphasized by the World Health Organization, which reported that i...
Posted: 1/24/2019 3:36 PM by
Interim HealthCare
As you've watched your parents grow older, a part of you has probably been waiting for the time when your family will need to make important decisions about their comfort and care. As hard as it can be to accept that the people who raised you may not be able to care for themselves, it's better to work out a senior care plan before one of your older relatives in Albany, NY are truly at risk at h...
Posted: 1/16/2019 6:00 AM by
Interim HealthCare
The winter months are firmly upon us here in the North Country. With the cold temperatures, and sometimes treacherous conditions, everyone is preparing to hunker down indoors! With that in mind, I thought a few tips on how to keep the Winter Blues at bay were in order! This is especially important for the senior population, who are more susceptible.
Posted: 1/10/2019 6:00 AM by
Interim HealthCare
After being in the home care industry for more than a decade, it never ceases to amaze me when discussing care with a family member and their needs as a caregiver, how often I hear “Oh, I’m not actually a caregiver, I just help out.” Huh? That is exactly what a caregiver is!
Posted: 12/19/2018 2:30 PM by
Interim HealthCare
The holidays can be stressful for everyone, but if you're the caregiver for a loved one, they can trigger exhaustion, frustration and possibly, guilt that you can't do it all. But they don't have to. You can enjoy a calmer, happier holiday season — and help your loved one do the same — with these 10 approaches.
Posted: 12/10/2018 9:39 AM by
Interim HealthCare
There is a part of our brains responsible for initiating and maintaining the movement of walking. When this area gets damaged as a result of PD, the signals often can’t get to the motor cortex (the area of the brain responsible for sending the message out to the rest of the body), and people experience very slow gait or freezing of gait.
Posted: 11/27/2018 6:30 AM by
Interim HealthCare
This year, I sent my first born off to college. (heart-wrenching by the way). My other two are super busy, not to mention relatively independent, so they often make meals for themselves on the go. I find myself facing the challenge of making dinners for two. Again. And, apparently, I have lost my knack! Years of cooking for not only a family of 5 but also for whatever friends happen to be over...
Posted: 11/5/2018 10:52 AM by
Interim HealthCare
Home safety is always important, but it’s a special concern when you’re caring for a person with Alzheimer’s. It is important to do what you can to make sure your loved one’s surroundings are as safe and comfortable as possible.