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June 16, 2022
How Dementia Risk and Exercise Are Linked
Over the years, many studies have shown a link between exercise and dementia risk for seniors. In fact, a recent study of nearly seventeen thousand older people in the US and Australia found a link between walking speed and dementia risk.
April 29, 2022
How Senior Villages Are Improving the Aging Experience
For many seniors around the country, getting older these days can feel like an isolating and difficult journey. Isolated and lonely seniors are more likely to live alone, lose friends and family, suffer from chronic illness, or have hearing loss.
February 28, 2022
The Importance of Heart Health for Seniors
Maintaining a strong and healthy heart can bring so many incredible benefits to seniors and older adults. Our hearts help deliver blood throughout the body and can beat millions of times over the course of our lives.
January 6, 2022
2022 Trends in Senior Care Technology
Over the last few years, we’ve seen plenty of incredible ways in which technology has impacted our lives. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of many new digital innovations as people looked to stay safe and socially distant.
December 2, 2021
Supporting a Loved One with Parkinson’s Disease
Caring for a family member or loved one with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be a challenge. This disease is a neurological one that impacts movement and sometimes cognition.
October 4, 2021
Supporting Seniors During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is upon us and that means it is once again National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Millions of people across the country work together this month to help build awareness for this disease and support cancer survivors.
August 31, 2021
Understanding Medicare and Home Health Care Needs
These days, finding great home healthcare support can be tough. Demand is high and the number of trained caregivers is unfortunately too low to serve everyone who needs assistance.
June 29, 2021
How Rose’s Agency Takes Care of You: Part Two
We love using our years of expertise to make life a little easier for aging seniors and their families. By working with our trained caregivers, these relatives gain much needed peace of mind in knowing that their loved one is receiving the best care possible.
May 10, 2021
Here’s Why You Should Still Get Vaccinated
After a year of struggles and social distancing, we finally have access to reliable vaccines to fight back against the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 24, 2021
Understanding Caregiver Duties & Responsibilities
Families with aging loved ones often need help managing their daily care needs. A professional caregiver can be of great assistance in helping seniors and their loved ones live a safer and higher quality life.
February 11, 2021
Why Self-Care is So Important for Caregivers
Being a caregiver for someone is an important yet sometimes stressful role to play. Caregiving can be physically, mentally, and emotionally taxing over time so it is essential that caregivers practice self-care regularly.
January 4, 2021
How Spirituality Can Improve Aging & Longevity
As people age and get closer to the end of their lives, it is natural to embrace spirituality and religion more. But did you know that living a spiritual life can actually increase both the quantity and quality of life for human beings?
December 18, 2020
How Seniors Can Build Good Sleeping Habits
For seniors, getting a good night’s sleep can sometimes get a little tricky. As we get older, our bodies change in ways that make it more difficult to get proper rest.
September 4, 2020
The Incredible Benefits of Sound Therapy for Seniors
No matter your age, listening to your favorite songs is one of the greatest joys of life. Music can uplift us when we're feeling low, calm us when we're angry, and motivate us when we need to focus.
August 4, 2020
How to Eat Your Way to a Long life
These days, people around the world are living longer than ever before. On the surface that sounds like amazing news, but a long life requires good nutrition to maintain a happy, high-quality life.
May 26, 2022
Great Exercises that Improve Senior Health
For seniors looking to improve their health and well-being, staying active can make a world of difference. By incorporating exercise and physical activity into their regular routine, seniors can reap countless benefits in both their mental and physical health.
April 19, 2022
The Blue Zones: Where Longevity Thrives
Did you know that there are certain areas of the world where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives? These places are known as the world’s “blue zones” and consistently have the highest rates of centenarians in the world.
February 7, 2022
Helpful Tips for Seniors Going Through Dialysis
Dialysis can be stressful for aging adults and take a toll on their mental and physical health. Although dialysis is a lifesaving treatment, it does require that seniors go to hospitals or dialysis centers to have their blood filtered.
January 4, 2022
Tips for Visiting Aging Parents Over the Holidays
The holidays are a wonderful time to reconnect with loved ones and schedule some in-person quality time together. This is especially true for those of us with aging parents that we aren’t able to see on a regular basis.
November 9, 2021
Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month
Every November people around the country celebrate National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM). It is a great time to give thanks and respect to the many family caregivers in our communities.
October 4, 2021
How Seniors Can Manage Diabetes Effectively
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of this disease that develops in seniors and older adults. Thankfully, there are many great steps that can be taken to either manage diabetes or prevent it altogether.
August 11, 2021
Why It Can Be So Hard to Find a Caregiver
From providing much-needed companionship to helping with tasks around the house, a dedicated caregiver can come to mean the world to those they care for.
June 23, 2021
How Rose’s Agency Takes Care of You: Part One
Our team has been providing care for over thirty years so we know what it takes to provide quality service and communication to our clients.
April 19, 2021
The Incredible Benefits of Cognitive Stimulation
Our cognitive health is an important component of our overall brain function. Our cognitive abilities allow us to clearly think, learn new things, and remember important information.
March 12, 2021
Helping Dementia Patients Accept Outside Care
The emergence of dementia in a loved one can lead to challenging situations and difficult conversations about getting proper care.
January 26, 2021
A Healthy Start to 2021 for Seniors
The COVID-19 pandemic changed everybody’s lives and forced us to adapt to new routines. Seniors in particular had to adjust to the new reality and faced some difficulties doing so.
December 18, 2020
How Seniors Can Improve Brain Health
As we grow older, it becomes more important to pay attention to our brain health and functional memory. Studies have shown that the human brain can function at a very high level even in the later stages of life.
December 17, 2020
How Robots Will Change Caregiving Forever
The idea of robot caregivers may seem like a distant reality but it is actually closer than you may think. With aging populations growing steadily every year, there are concerns of caregiver shortages deepening as time goes on.
September 2, 2020
Why Seniors Are Turning to CBD Relief
CBD based products have been gaining popularity among seniors all over the country. But what exactly is CBD and why are seniors so interested?
May 17, 2022
Understanding Osteoporosis for Seniors
Many organizations around the U.S work hard during this month to build awareness around Osteoporosis risk factors, symptoms, and ways to prevent it from occurring.
March 29, 2022
Different Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
Getting diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease can be overwhelming and scary. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, which entails a progressive loss of memory and other important mental functions.
January 28, 2022
Understanding Seniors and Thyroid Disease
This time is meant to call attention to the thyroid gland and the many health problems people around the world may face with it. Thyroid problems often impact seniors and make it harder for them to live their best lives.
December 14, 2021
Supporting a Loved One with Parkinson’s Disease
Caring for a family member or loved one with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be a challenge. This disease is a neurological one that impacts movement and sometimes cognition.
November 1, 2021
How Seniors Can Reduce Their Risk of Stroke
With healthcare and technological advances continuing too rapidly improve the quality of medical care, it’s no surprise that human beings are living longer than ever.
September 21, 2021
How to Stay Strong & Independent As You Age
Staying independent in old age is an important goal for seniors looking to maintain their quality of life.
June 29, 2021
The Problem with Too Many Prescriptions
Unfortunately, there is such a thing as taking too much medication, also known as polypharmacy. This is an especially pressing concern for seniors and elderly individuals who metabolize medicine differently as they age.
May 26, 2021
How to Create a Strong Relationship with Your Caregiver
For seniors looking for daily assistance, a great caregiver can prove to be invaluable. Simple errands and personal care get harder with time and a qualified home caregiver can step in for much needed support.
April 9, 2021
How to Properly Transfer an Aging Loved One
Taking care of elderly loved ones can be challenging in many ways. It requires a mental and physical commitment to improving another person’s well-being.
February 23, 2021
How to Help Seniors Accept Caregiver Support
For some aging seniors, it can be difficult to accept the presence of a caregiver in their daily lives. Trained care providers are brought in to improve an aging person’s quality of life but can sometimes face rejection by those they care for.
January 14, 2021
How to Get Vaccinated in Los Angeles County
Now that the COVID-19 vaccine is here, you may have lots of questions about it. For example, you may be wondering whether the vaccine is safe or effective.
December 18, 2020
Community Villages Help Seniors Fight Loneliness
Seniors often struggle with loneliness and social isolation in the late stages of their lives. Common factors such as losing loved ones and medical problems can make elders feel more disconnected from the people around them.
September 30, 2020
Great Exercises That Keep Seniors Strong and Healthy
Staying active as we age is one of the best ways to stay strong and healthy through the later stages of life.
August 20, 2020
6 Great Ways to Minimize Arthritis Symptoms
\Although arthritis may not be completely preventable, there are so many great ways to reduce pain and improve your quality of life.