2015 - hiring a home health care worker after a stroke

Living With Cystic Fibrosis: How To Keep Improving When You Switch To Home Care

13 July 2015
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Living with cystic fibrosis can be difficult even at the best of times, but receiving care in your home can at least help you be comfortable while you cope with your condition. If you're considering moving from the hospital back into your home, here are a few tips to help you continue improving your health. Don't Let Depression Make You Sicker Patients with cystic fibrosis are unfortunately also faced with a higher risk for depression, due to the disruption and difficulties inherent in their condition. Read More

Dementia Dealings: Simple Solutions To Cope With An Elderly Parent With Dementia

18 June 2015
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Caring for an elderly parent can be an overwhelming experience. With all the various emotional, physical, and financial obligations you will face, it is easy to see how you may feel stress and anxiety. However, if your elderly parent suffers with dementia, your role as a caregiver will be even more challenging. Characterized by a decrease in mental ability, dementia can wreak havoc on your family's daily life. If your parent is one of the 47. Read More

About Me

When my dad had a stroke, I decided to bring him to live with me while he worked to recover. This was a decision that was not made lightly because I have a full-time job and two kids to care for. The only way I was going to be able to help my dad recover would be to hire a home health care worker to assist me with his needs. It has been about six months since my dad had his stroke and he has come a very long way. My blog will show you what progress can be made and how helpful a home care worker can be for your family.