As you navigate your senior care journey, you’ll like hear medical professionals, social workers and other senior care professionals refer to Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) “ADLs are and IADLs refer to the skills necessary for people to live independently,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations director at … Read more
Challenges Faced by Seniors Aging in Place Do your older loved ones have everything they need to remain in their home as they age? According to a new study, the answer is probably no. The study, conducted by Gallup and West Health, showed 60% of Americans agree that more needs to be done to improve … Read more
Understanding Hydration and Its Importance for Seniors Water is more than a refreshing thirst-quencher – especially for seniors. As the temperature rises, so does the risk of dehydration, which affects the body’s ability to function normally. Older people are at higher risk of dehydration, because older bodies have less ability to hold on to water … Read more
Understanding the Importance of End-of-Life Care If you’re familiar with hospice, you know that providers are God-sends during an emotional and stressful time – providing pain management as well as compassionate support and comfort to patients and their families. “Navigating end-of-life situations is never easy, but families don’t have to do it alone, said Sierra … Read more
