Posts by Dr. Shelly Chinkes
Mystery Series Week: Five Mystery Series to Read and Then Watch With Your Dad
As your dad ages at home, the one thing that worries you the most is that he’s alone all day and night. You stop by as much as you can, and you video chat, but you worry if it’s enough. You also struggle to find things you both enjoy. October 1st kicks off Mystery Series…
Read MoreWhy Is Hydration So Important for Seniors?
Your senior loved one may want to age in place, but there can be certain challenges to ensuring they do so safely and remain as healthy as possible. Things like eating and drinking may slip their minds, so becoming malnourished and dehydrated are real serious issues that can occur. Elder care is one of the…
Read MoreHave More Family Meals This Month
Having a family meal has been proven to help families thrive. This time together builds bonds, provides a safe place, and helps family members eat healthier. September is National Family Meals month, an event to serve as a reminder of how important even sharing just one meal a week can build up those family ties.…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Loss of Balance in Seniors
Seniors often lose their ability to find their balance, significantly affecting their general health and quality of life. Balance is a complicated mix of what their senses tell them, how strong their muscles are, how flexible their joints are, and how well their brain works. These things can change as people age, making it harder…
Read More7 Ways Sleep and Heart Health Are Connected for Seniors
As seniors grow older, they might face more difficulty managing health issues. It can also be more difficult for them to get the sleep they need and want to have. It turns out that these issues can be related to each other. Understanding how sleep can improve heart health allows seniors to make progress toward…
Read MoreIt’s National Dog Month. What’s the Best Breed for your Senior?
With this month being National Dog Month, it might be the perfect time to decide if becoming a dog owner is a good fit for your elderly loved one. The benefits to pet ownership are multiple, having a pet provides companionship, gives a sense of purpose, and can even provide a great excuse to get…
Read MoreWhat Are Meal Planning and Preparation Services?
Your dad lives alone and has difficulty eating the foods his doctor recommends. Cooking meals isn’t appealing. He’s much happier heating something in the microwave or reheating it in the oven. Have you looked at the benefits of meal planning and preparation services from companion care at home? Your Dad Can Talk About What He…
Read More5 Things That Help Seniors Stay Safe While Living Independently
Data shows that overwhelmingly seniors want to live independently in their own homes as they get older. And most seniors will be able to live quite well at home. They may need elder care as they get older to help them around the house. Elder care can also help seniors with things like shopping and…
Read More5 Ways to Simplify Your Life as a Caregiver
Home Care in Manalapan NJ: The first week of August is “Simplify Your Life Week,” a great time to get organized as a family caregiver.
Read MoreGiving Seniors the Benefit of a Clean Home
A clean home has many perks for seniors that improve their health and quality of life. Unfortunately, due to changes during aging, seniors might not be able to tend to their homes as they might like. However, with the help of senior home care and loved ones, they might still get the benefits and enjoy…
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