What Are the Benefits of Hospice Care?
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 What Are the Benefits of Hospice Care? For many people, hospice is a very frightening word because it is associated with the end of a life. One of the biggest myths surrounding hospice care is that it means that a family has given up and submitted their loved one […]
Understanding Parkinson’s Disease and the Need for Care
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Understanding Parkinson’s Disease and the Need for Care April is National Parkinson’s Awareness Month. According to the U.S. Department of Human and Health Services, approximately 50,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in a typical year. But despite its prevalence and its public association with beloved celebrities, there’s quite […]
The Benefit of Music Therapy for Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 The Benefit of Music Therapy for Alzheimer’s & Dementia You’re surrounded by music, whether you know it or not. You hear it while you’re out shopping, sitting in restaurants and during commercials. Outside of happenstance, you probably immerse yourself in music recreationally, by playing an instrument, going to concerts […]
Tips for Living Well With Multiple Sclerosis
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Tips for Living Well With Multiple Sclerosis According to estimates, there are approximately 400,000 cases of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the United States. Despite being the most common debilitating neurological disorder, there is still much to be learned about MS. However, even though there is no cure and few approved treatments, […]
Tips for Living With Parkinson’s and How to Spot Changes
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Tips for Living With Parkinson’s and How to Spot Changes For those living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), their safety and quality of life depend on the strength of their support group. When patients, family and caregivers work together as a team, patients can lead full, rich lives despite the […]
Managing Chronic Disease Conditions for Elderly
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Managing Chronic Disease Conditions for Elderly Quality care starts with understanding the patient and being aware of the disease the patient is living with. Not only is it important for a caregiver to know if someone is trying to manage a chronic disease, but distinguishing what phase of the […]
Practical Tips for Living Well with Chronic Disease
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Practical Tips for Living Well with Chronic Disease For millions of older adults, dealing with chronic disease is a daily reality. In fact, over 90% of seniors have been diagnosed with at least one chronic illness. While these statistics may sound sobering, they underline one positive fact: if you or a […]
Can Red Wine And Chocolate Help Fight Alzheimer’s?
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Can Red Wine And Chocolate Help Fight Alzheimer’s? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting more than 5.3 million Americans. According to the National Institute of Aging, a new case of Alzheimer’s is diagnosed in the United States approximately every 70 seconds. There is no known […]
Helping an Elderly Family Member Stay Motivated During a Long-Term Illness
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 Helping an Elderly Family Member Stay Motivated During a Long-Term Illness As the capabilities of modern medicine increase, more people are maintaining active, fulfilling lives into their 70’s, 80’s and beyond than ever before. Regardless, the effects of aging are felt by all, and everyone feels their energy levels […]
How To Ensure Effective Disease Management for a Loved One
Start your care plan (206) 362-2366 How To Ensure Effective Disease Management for a Loved One It’s normal to have complicated, and sometimes painful, feelings if someone you are close to is living with a chronic disease. If your parent, grandparent, spouse or sibling is grappling with a disease such as Parkinson’s, ALS, cancer, or […]