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Benefits of Outpatient Therapy for Seniors
According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, one in ten people who have surgery in the United States is over 65 years of age.1 For some seniors who undergo surgery or suffer an injury or illness, a skilled nursing stay with inpatient physical and...
What Do Home Health Services Help With?
Patients who are homebound due to health issues and those recovering from surgery are at risk of missing the medical care they need. Home health services fill this potential gap in care, bringing vital medical support to patients in their own homes. This support not...
Finding Purpose for Residents in Senior Care
Why maintaining independence is key to quality of life Senior living offers the opportunity to create new experiences, build new relationships and expand knowledge for older individuals. Lively communities thrive by engaging their residents and helping them through...
Can Loved Ones Age in Place or Should Assisted Living Be Considered?
Respect for a larger process At Aleca, we consider health, mobility and longevity to be three of the chief priorities in caring for our seniors. We also understand that loved ones and family members have their preferences, but may not be sure what is the best...
How to Become a Hospice Volunteer
“The last good thing someone may feel is the touch of a volunteer.” A Forbes article summarizes the benefits of volunteering, including feeling like you have more time, gaining valuable life and work experience, and increased happiness through empathy, social bonds,...
What does a Hospice Chaplain do?
When a doctor recognizes that treatment should evolve into comfort and caring for a patient’s end of life, they will recommend hospice care. Your doctor and other caregivers are important members of your hospice care team. Recommending hospice care is not easy for...
Debunking Common Hospice Myths
As we counsel families through the process of selecting compassionate service when hospice is recommended, we encounter a myriad of widely-believed myths about hospice care that prevent many people from getting the support they need when they need it. Here, we aim to...
Senior Dental Care: Tips for Keeping Your Loved One Healthy
The aging process, prescription medication, and barriers to proper oral care all contribute to a decline in senior dental health. In fact, older adults are at higher risk of untreated tooth decay, gum disease, tooth loss, oral cancer, and dry mouth. When oral health...
Which End of Life Care Option is Right For Your Loved One
c. For this reason, there is no single end of life care option that is universally recommended. Rather, choosing the right route for your loved one will require a deep understanding of their personal belief systems and desires as well as thoughtful research of the...
What to Look for In a Senior Care Provider
When you are not able to spend all your time caring for the seniors in your life, you need to know that trusted, caring professionals are able to step in and provide assistance. You are giving these individuals a great deal of trust by allowing them to care for aging...