Dementia is common enough that people tend to generalize it without knowing all the facts. Memory loss is one of the most common symptoms of dementia, but that doesn’t mean that when the elderly occas...
Apr
2018
06
When you’ve finally decided that you or someone you care about needs a little help at home, the journey into caregiving begins. The good news is that you’ll have a few options to choose from. What’s n...
Mar
2018
27
Do you have an elderly loved one in your live who you suspect is showing signs of mental illness? This is all too common. In fact, according to a recent CDC report, over 20% of adults ages 55 or older...
Mar
2018
26
Babylon Caregiver of the Month for March -Martineau Jean-Louis Martineau Jean-Louis has been working for the Babylon, NY office since he completed his home health aide training, in 2016. He has bee...
Mar
2018
13
This month we honor caregivers who exemplify what Caring People stands for. They are passionate and compassionate about providing care. They are seasoned caregivers with years of experience assisting ...
Feb
2018
23
There is an addiction crisis in the United States. It is estimated that well over twenty million Americans over the age of twelve suffer from a substance abuse disorder, which results in an annual lo...
Feb
2018
13
Senior citizens face unique health challenges as they enter their twilight years. As caregivers, we want to ensure the highest quality of life for our loved ones so it’s important to learn about and u...
Feb
2018
08
While many types of wounds are observed in the home care setting, pressure ulcers top the list. It is estimated that 1-3 million Americans experience pressure sores each year, mostly senior citizens a...
Jan
2018
31
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects how the nerve cells in the brain produce dopamine. It is commonly referred to as a movement disorder, as those with the disease s...
Jan
2018
24
The Caregiver of the Month program gives our organization the opportunity to reflect on our wonderful, caring, and kind caregivers. This month, we will reflect on four individuals that have gone above...