Posts by Michelle DeFilippis
Those Frozen Meals Aren’t Doing Anything to Help Your Health as a Caregiver
Caregiver in Fairfax VA: March is National Frozen Food Month and as a busy family caregiver you may not have much time to take care of yourself like you used to.
Read MoreCommunication Is the Cornerstone of a Great Home Care Relationship
Senior Care in Alexandria VA: There are many things that go into building a great relationship. Communication is one of them. When you’re talking about a relationship between an elderly individual and a home care aide, communication is the cornerstone to building a great relationship.
Read MoreWhen a Spouse Has Reached Their Physical Limits, Home Care Can Help
Home Care in Centreville VA: Allison had been helping her husband deal with a number of challenges he was facing following his stroke.
Read MoreThe Number One Safety Issue Facing Seniors Today
Elder Care in Herndon VA: There are so many safety issues facing seniors today that it’s difficult to figure out which one is the most pressing. While we won’t talk about too many, we will focus on slip and fall accidents.
Read MoreSupporting a Loved One with Dementia
Elderly Care in Reston VA: Dementia is a set of symptoms that include loss of memory and reasoning with behavioral changes that are sufficient enough as to interfere with daily functioning.
Read MoreWhat Can You and Your Elderly Loved One Do with Family Photos?
Caregiver in Springfield VA: Sorting through and coming up with additional uses for old family photos is a great activity for you and your elderly loved one to engage in together. You can use them for everything from a craft project to a way to maintain memories.
Read MoreAre You Neglecting Yourself Now that Your Loved One Has Had a Stroke?
Senior Care in McLean VA: After a loved one has a stroke, you as her family caregiver go into crisis mode. But you can’t keep neglecting yourself and expect to be a full-time caregiver.
Read MoreDriving and Your Loved One’s Hearing
Home Care in Vienna VA: So many factors can influence how well your loved one drives and her hearing is only one of them. Modifications to habits and to the vehicle can help, but your loved one may need to consider letting someone else take the wheel.
Read MoreHow Many People Are Dealing with Alzheimer’s Right Now?
Elder Care in Alexandria VA: In the United States, it is estimated that 5.4 million people are currently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (Alzheimer’s Association).
Read MoreThree Ways Winter Impacts Safety for Seniors Differently Than Summer
Caregiver in Arlington VA: Safety should always be a top priority for people of all ages. For seniors, safety can be compromised due to the natural process of aging.
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