As states begin to open and quarantine orders are changing, it's time to start to think about what life will look like as we return to work. The shift in routines, or the recent lack of for some, can have an impact on your physical and mental health. We've put [...]
Now is the perfect time to focus on your health and wellness to keep your body strong during COVID-19. We've outlined 8 easy tips to use during this time to fuel your body, mind and soul. Print, save and share this infographic or use our form below to get a [...]
While it's challenging during this time to make every-day grocery runs and food pickup and choices, we've outlined some quick tips on where and how to get food and supplies while things are closed or have special hours and restrictions. Print, save and share this infographic on some of our [...]
We've put together a quick guide to help you outline some hot spots around your home to make sure you're cleaning often. Print, save and share this simple infographic to keep close as a reminder on ways to stay safe and healthy all year long. Use our email form below [...]
At Assisted Living Services, our greatest priority is providing superior home care for the elderly. To further support the health and safety of all elderly people and their families in our community, we’ve compiled some of our top tips on how to keep yourself and loved ones protected during this [...]
Flu Shot MythBusters Yes, the elderly should get a flu shot! For older adults, caregivers and other high-risk individuals, the influenza vaccine is the best way to keep the flu bug from biting. Flu and the elderly are a dangerous combination. Complications from the flu in the elderly can [...]
Heart Health – Not Just Once a Year, and Not Just for the Elderly February is generally the month our hearts receive extra attention – both in love and health! Designated National Heart Awareness month, numerous events, like wearing red on February 4th, are held to raise awareness of serious [...]
The New Year is a time for reflection on the past year and planning for the next. Age doesn’t preclude an individual from dreaming about ways to better themselves during the upcoming 365 days. One of the top new year resolutions – across all demographics – is to exercise more [...]
Falls are one of the scariest accidents facing our elderly population. And with good reason. Injuries occur most often from falls. Each year, millions of older individuals—those aged 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people fall each year, but less than half tell their [...]
Management of medicine – both for short-term use and for chronic care – can be overwhelming and is one of the most stressful tasks for relatives providing home care. Everyone understands that giving medicine correctly is paramount for the best, and safest, care. In the United States, clinicians have access [...]
