As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, we know that the summer months are just around the corner! Although summer is a time for fun in the sun and outdoor activities, it is important to remember that sunshine, [...]
Help Your Loved One Live A Safe and Fulfilling Live At Home With Dependable Care As people age they slowly (or sometimes rapidly), begin to lose the ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). These activities come in the [...]
When people hear the word “dementia,” they tend to think of Alzheimer’s disease, but there are actually several forms of dementia. There is fair reasoning for this, Alzheimer’s is by far the most common type of dementia. An estimated 50 [...]
According to the American Diabetes Association, about 25% of people over the age of 60 have diabetes. Managing diabetes requires adhering to a diet that keeps blood sugar in check. Even though they are on a diet doesn’t mean they shouldn’t [...]
When a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, the news can be devastating for the individual as well as his or her family. Alzheimer’s disease can make it difficult to remain independent. Children of people with Alzheimer’s are concerned that [...]
Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that develops gradually. It can start out with subtle tremors and can lead to involuntary movements that make it difficult to complete everyday tasks. Parkinson’s affects up to 1 million people in the U.S. [...]
Millions of older adults around the world suffer from Arthritis. According to the CDC, 23% of all adults suffer from arthritis. Arthritis can affect joints throughout the body and cause swelling, redness, and warmth. There are three common types of [...]
The average life expectancy in the United States was 76 in 2000, an increase of nearly 30 years in a century. As people continue to age there is a growing need for caregivers. This responsibility often falls on these senior [...]
Getting an in-home caregiver for an elderly loved one is a difficult decision. Many seniors want to be able to live independently for as long as possible and unfortunately, many reach a point where this is no longer an option. [...]
Our newest team member, Donna Richetelle, shares why she decided to join Dependable Care. Over 40 years ago, my husband and I met an older couple. They had no children of their own, and over the years we sort of [...]
