DASH for Better Blood Pressure
By Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD You’ve likely heard that eating less sodium helps to reduce blood pressure. While this is true, it’s only one small piece of the blood…
Red Flags When Looking for Senior Care Options
Looking for care options for an aging loved one can be a daunting task. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are approximately 15,600 nursing homes in the United States.
Should Older Adults Use Pain Medications Before or After the Vaccine?
If you’re helping an older loved one find vaccination sites, you may have heard from others that pain at the injection site is a common side effect. You may wonder if a…
Support Social Workers: Honoring and Supporting Our Essential Workers
March is National Social Work Month, and CarePatrol would like to take a moment to recognize and the more than 680,000 social workers in the United States. We all need…
Armchair Travel
Many people look forward to traveling during their retirement, but COVID-19 has made it more difficult for all of us, especially older adults. For months, seniors have had limited visits with…
Video: How Does The Covid Vaccine Impact People With Dementia?
Join Becky Bongiovanni, brand president of CarePatrol, and Kinsey McManus, program director of the Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter as we discuss the implications of the COVID-19 vaccine concerning those with dementia and long-term care workers.
Technology to Keep Seniors at Home During COVID
The coronavirus pandemic has swept the world, and with it has come changes to our way of life. Mask wearing has become the ubiquitous sign of the times, and the…
Why It’s Still Important for Seniors to Set Goals
Goal-setting is commonly associated with young adults. It’s stressed as a way to help us build our careers and families. Oftentimes, goal-setting falls by the wayside as we age, but…
4 Healthy New Year’s Resolution Ideas for Older Adults
With the start of the new year comes a time for annual resolutions. Many people see the changing of the year as an opportunity to start fresh and set some…
How to Help Family Caregivers During the Holidays
While the holidays are an exciting time, they can also add stress for many family caregivers. As we know, many family caregivers are also sandwiched between caring for their children and…
Creating Intimate Holidays During COVID-19
This year has been tumultuous and full of challenges. With built-up pandemic-related stress, the holidays may feel a little overwhelming. The good news is, you can still celebrate and enjoy…
Celebrating Thanksgiving Safely With Older Loved Ones
By CarePatrol Thanksgiving is one of the best holidays for connecting with loved ones over delicious food. It’s a great time to visit or pick up your senior loved one…