05.16.2016
Staying stable on your feet and able to correct yourself to avoid a fall is an important skill for anyone, but is especially helpful as people age. Each year more than one-third of people 65 and older fall, according to NIHseniorhealth.gov. Balancing exercises can help improve control and body position to help prevent a fall. ...
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Cutting edge technology may seem like it is geared toward savvy teens and young adults, but technology aimed at older adults continues to grow. Today’s technology is being utilized to help seniors live at home longer and more independently with devices that can monitor medication, locate someone with the tendency to wander or detect a ...
Read More11.19.2014
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Winter means putting on heavier jackets, scarves and mittens, hauling out the snow blower, and bracing for a season of snow and bone-chilling weather. And if this winter bears any resemblance to last winter, it’s bound to be a doozy for seniors! What can you do to make sure that you stay in good health ...
Read More02.28.2013
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At ALC our deep commitment to knowing our clients puts us ahead of the game in countless ways. This is particularly true as it relates to being proactive in terms of their well-being. Our highly trained clinical professionals are watchful for signs that might indicate a change in a client’s health. One area in which ...
Read More01.28.2013
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When a little heartburn becomes a frequent issue, it may be time to look for more than a bigger bottle of antacids. Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD is a very common disorder often associated with frequent heartburn and yet, it is more than just a little discomfort. GERD is when the contents of the stomach ...
Read More12.07.2012
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At ALC we have made it our mission to keep our clients healthy and out of the hospital. Roughly 10% of our clients are receiving home health care after having been hospitalized for congestive heart failure (CHF), a condition for which there is a reportedly high hospital re-admission rate. Karen Wise, ALC’s director of nursing ...
Read More10.24.2012
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October and November have the dubious distinction of being the beginning of the annual influenza or flu season, which lasts until spring. The flu is a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. The National Institute of Health (NIH) reports that 5-20% of the population contracts the seasonal flu each year. The flu can ...
Read More07.02.2012
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Healthy Eating While we’ve discovered that it’s a wonder food, it’s fair to say that man (and woman) cannot live on watermelon alone (see last week’s healthy eating article). Nor do we need to. Summer is the perfect time to commit to healthy eating because the offerings are plentiful. Bring on the Produce Farmers’ markets, ...
Read More06.19.2012
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Healthy Eating for Seniors ALC Home Health is dedicated to helping promote ways for seniors to remain active and well. As everyone knows, healthy eating is important for a healthy lifestyle. This entry initially was to be an overview of several summer-time foods that have health benefits that are especially, but not exclusively beneficial ...
Read More06.11.2012
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We have said before at ALC Home Health, that much like it takes a village to raise a child, it takes family and community to care for our seniors. The majority of older adults in the U.S. are wishing to age in their homes. They want to remain independent, active and involved with the people ...
Read More06.01.2012
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What do Nancy Reagan, Hillary Clinton, Beyonce, John Glenn and Billy Graham have in common? They’ve all taken significant tumbles, some in public. The fact is that falls are common and can happen to anyone. Falls among seniors are an all-too-common occurrence and an extremely serious matter. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that ...
Read More05.25.2012
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It’s not a luxury but a very real need. A good night’s sleep is fundamental to your health, regardless of your age. The average senior adult requires as much sleep as younger adults, according to WebMD. The ideal amount of sleep is estimated to be 7.5-9 hours per night. Individuals who sleep well tend to ...
Read More05.21.2012
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Because A Loving Company understands and supports the idea that seniors want to age in their homes, we are excited by anything, including technology, that helps make that easy, engaging and safe. Last week’s story presented a variety of Smartphone apps for seniors which can help with their safety, health and care. This week, we ...
Read More05.09.2012
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Smartphones are popular largely because of the devices’ ability to provide the latest information on everything from stock market surges to basketball scores, Facebook statuses and trending videos. More importantly, Smartphones are valuable because of their remarkable abilities in a variety of areas including senior health care. Because A Loving Company understands and supports the ...
Read More04.20.2012
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A Chicago-area hair stylist has been credited with saving the life of an elderly client. ALC’s Chief Operating Officer Cinthia Nieves goes to Preferred Hair Salon in Schaumburg. This is the same salon for which 82-year old Joan has been a faithful customer for more than 20 years. Joan’s hairdresser Jose, knew that Joan lives ...
Read More03.12.2012
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How a positive attitude really can make a difference by: Nissa Simon | from: AARP Bulletin | May 13, 2011 Scientists urge us to be as attentive to our moods and attitudes as we are to our physical health. Two recent studies underscore the importance of that advice. “Happiness is no magic bullet, but the ...
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