Ways to Get Exercise for Seniors

For the elderly it is often very difficult to get the recommended amount of exercise. Although it depends on certain restrictions such as age and limitations due to past injuries, it is recommended that seniors get 150 minutes of exercise per week. That can be broken down into 20 minutes a day for 7 days […]

Final Moments At Home with Live-In Care

Deciding what to do at the end of someone’s life is not only frightening, heartbreaking, and overwhelming, it is also a daunting task of finding what’s right for your loved one. You want them to be as comfortable as possible. Many wish for them to go peacefully and without pain. Frequently, people in these circumstances […]

Poor Sleep Increases Likelihood Of Catching A Cold

Not sleeping well?  In addition to the known consequences of not getting enough sleep – fatigue, moodiness, poor concentration, obesity, more prone to accidents – a recent study has found that people who sleep six hours a night or less are also more likely to catch colds when exposed to the rhinovirus. In this study, […]

Caring For Diabetic Foot Problems Begins With Prevention

NJ Senior Health News | If you have type 2 diabetes, one of the biggest concerns you’re likely to face is diabetic foot ulcers. As many as 70 percent of diabetics have mild to severe forms of nervous system damage which can cause impaired sensation or pain in their feet. Of all lower limb amputations […]

Home Care is Not a Beginning to the End

New Jersey Senior Care News | Many older people are threatened by the mere suggestion they might need home care of any kind.  They can’t get past the feeling that bringing in a home health aide is the first step towards taking away their independence. That’s hardly the case.  Here are five things you need […]