Five Facts about Aging and Oral Health

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Dec 1, 2023 | Comments Off on Five Facts about Aging and Oral Health
Personal Care at Home in Edison NJ

Aging gracefully involves addressing a variety of health issues, including oral health. Ignoring oral health can have some serious impacts on how well seniors are able to fare as they grow older. Having help from personal care at home can be just what seniors need in order to take the best possible care of their…

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Five Ways Seniors Can Keep Their Bones Fit

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Nov 24, 2023 | Comments Off on Five Ways Seniors Can Keep Their Bones Fit
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Maintaining bone health is a huge part of overall well-being for aging adults. Healthy bones offer seniors better mobility, reduced risk of bones breaking, and higher quality of life. Some of the ways seniors can boost bone health are good steps for them to take in terms of living healthier in general. Seniors may need…

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Helping Seniors Prepare for and Manage the Fear Surrounding Surgery

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Nov 16, 2023 | Comments Off on Helping Seniors Prepare for and Manage the Fear Surrounding Surgery
Home Care in Plainsboro NJ

Surgery can be a daunting prospect at any age, but for seniors, the fear and anxiety surrounding surgical procedures can be particularly overwhelming. As we age, our bodies may not respond to surgery in the same way they did in our younger years, which can make it even more intimidating. However, there are several steps…

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Five Ways Seniors with COPD Can Breathe Easier at Home

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Nov 10, 2023 | Comments Off on Five Ways Seniors with COPD Can Breathe Easier at Home
Senior Home Care in Edison NJ

Managing COPD is something that seniors need to do if they want to slow down the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and protect their quality of life. There are several very simple changes that seniors can implement, and these changes are easier with the help of support from senior home care providers. Reduce Exposure…

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Five Tips for Noticing and Preventing Senior Depression

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Nov 3, 2023 | Comments Off on Five Tips for Noticing and Preventing Senior Depression
Companion Care at Home in Plainsboro NJ

So many seniors don’t realize that they’re battling depression. The symptoms can start out in very subtle ways, gradually increasing in intensity over time. There are lots of solutions that can help aging adults to manage their depression, including working with companion care at home. The trick is first to recognize depression and put those…

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The 10 Best Exercises For Seniors

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Oct 27, 2023 | Comments Off on The 10 Best Exercises For Seniors
Elder Care in Monroe NJ

Exercise is essential for good health, especially for seniors. Staying active and exercising daily can help seniors reduce their risk for serious illnesses. It can also help seniors maintain a healthy weight and keep their muscles strong. When seniors are living alone they may struggle to get the recommended amount of activity for good health.…

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Risk Factors of Dehydration in Seniors

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Oct 20, 2023 | Comments Off on Risk Factors of Dehydration in Seniors
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As fall rolls in, it’s still important for seniors to remain hydrated so that they can avoid health issues related to dehydration. Many people think that dehydration is only a problem for seniors when the temperatures are climbing, but that’s not the case. Dehydration can occur at any time, even if temperatures are cooling down…

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Five Hair Washing Tips for Seniors

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Oct 13, 2023 | Comments Off on Five Hair Washing Tips for Seniors
Personal Care at Home in South River NJ

Hair care is a crucial aspect of helping seniors to maintain personal hygiene and overall well-being. As seniors grow older, they start to face a variety of different challenges related to grooming, bathing, and hair care. Having help with these tasks, especially from personal care at home, makes a huge difference for seniors. But it…

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What Causes Dizziness in Seniors?

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Oct 4, 2023 | Comments Off on What Causes Dizziness in Seniors?
Senior Home Care in Plainsboro NJ

Anything that causes instability for seniors is a big problem, and that includes dizziness. Occasional dizziness probably isn’t a big problem, but it’s still something to get checked out. If seniors are experiencing dizziness frequently or on a recurring basis, they need to get to the bottom of the issue as soon as possible. Having…

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Mystery Series Week: Five Mystery Series to Read and Then Watch With Your Dad

By Dr. Shelly Chinkes | Sep 29, 2023 | Comments Off on Mystery Series Week: Five Mystery Series to Read and Then Watch With Your Dad
Companion Care at Home in Manalapan NJ

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…

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