Happy New Year!
We hope that 2010 will be a wonderful year for you and your family. We look forward to helping Seniors and their families and advisors with in-home care and caregiving and expert social worker and nurse case management advice and…
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Happy Valentine's Day! …Are You Cupid?
Are you Cupid, the Easter Bunny, or Santa Claus? This probably seems like a funny question but each of these icons represents a different way of thinking. In this example, we’ll look at how Cupid, the Easter Bunny, and Santa…
Senior Care in Oceanside Sings the Praises of Music
Music Research Intrigues Senior Care in Oceanside Many of us share memories of taking music lessons as children. A few of us continued to develop our talents and became accomplished musicians, but most of us abandoned our musical careers before…
Cell Phone Usage by Caregivers In Leucadia Can Cause Problems
Do you have a cell phone in your pocket or attached to your belt right now? It would be surprising if you didn’t. In fact, you would probably be surprised if you didn’t receive a phone call or text message…
Emergency Preparedness for the Homebound Elderly in San Diego County
When it comes to widespread emergency situations such as a power outage, earthquake, or severe weather event, seniors are perhaps the most vulnerable members of our society. Even young children have parents or guardians to comfort them and direct their…
How a Gluten-Free Diet Can Improve Seniors’ Quality of Life
Gluten-Free Diets Help Treat Celiac Patients Gluten-free diets have taken the nutrition world by storm. Browse any supermarket and you’ll find a wide array of gluten-free products and diet options. But amidst all the trendiness of going gluten-free, there is…
Hospital-Acquired Infections Quadruple ICU Mortality
From Medscape Medical News Hospital-Acquired Infections Quadruple ICU Mortality Becky McCall April 13, 2012 (London, United Kingdom) — Elderly patients treated with central catheter and/or mechanical ventilation devices in intensive care units (ICUs), admitted from the emergency department or as an…
How Seniors Can Eat Healthy
Nutritious Eating for Seniors Eating healthy can be difficult no matter what your age, but by changing your lifestyle and indulging on rare occasions, a healthy lifestyle can have many benefits, especially for the elderly. Because of the health concerns…
Worry-Free In-Home Elder Care with a Medical Alert Device
After age 65, the chance your loved one will suffer a slip-and-fall accident rises dramatically. While there are steps you can take to reduce the risk that accidents will happen, it’s a good idea to have a back-up plan as…
News From A Servant’s Heart Care Solutions – 7/27/10
Here are summaries and links to the latest articles and blog posts from our website at A Servant’s Heart Care Solutions. Enjoy! Companion Care Makes Difficult Decisions Easier No one wants to see an elderly relative lose his or her…