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Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Cognitive Change
No matter the cause, conditions that result in a change of mood, memory or the thinking process are especially tough. When these are associated with aging, we often call them “Alzheimer’s,” but in reality, Alzheimer’s is just one of many different...
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Nobody knows exactly what to expect from their aging journey. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you don’t know what tomorrow will bring. The good news is, you don’t have to go through it alone. Right at Home exists to be your guide to successful living...
Things to Consider Before Privately Hiring a Caregiver
We understand that choosing to hire a caregiver directly for home care services instead of through a professional organization like Right at Home is an option that some families consider when looking into home care, senior care and extra support for a...
Fall Prevention Guide
The home should be a place of comfort for aging loved ones or those with disabilities. But, without a fall prevention strategy, it could...
Aging-in-Place Guide
With the vast majority of older adults wanting to remain in their homes as they age, it’s essential to identify the potential roadblocks and how to address them. Certain aging and...
Adult Caregiving Guide
You’re happy to help your aging loved one, but it isn’t always easy. And knowing when you may need some extra help can also be a challenge. Don’t ignore the signs that your loved one’s needs are changing...
Can Sleep Prevent Alzheimer’s?
The toxic waste materials that get accumulated in the brain due to neural activity affect brain function and accelerate the aging process. By eliminating this toxic waste from the brain, we might be able to prevent brain diseases such as Alzheimer's. Some...
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Adds to Fall Risk
Most elderly people in Niagara complain of Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). In turn, EDS is directly related to a two-fold increase in fall risk. Up to 30% of people suffering from this condition, report at least 1 or more falls every year. In most...
How Total Selflessness Can Hurt Caregivers and Their Loved Ones
Selflessness is among the highest virtues in our culture. Where would we be if not for extraordinary people who put others ahead of themselves? Selfless acts are the cement that holds our society together. However, there is such thing as too much...
When the Caregiving Dynamic is Complicated
Gillian always felt she was her Mom's least-favorite child. Yet when her mother suffered a stroke, Gillian was the only one of the siblings living in the area, so the lion's share of caregiving fell on her. Even now, Mom is short-tempered and critical...
