Is Urinary Incontinence Treatable? Find Trusted Answers to Top Incontinence Questions.

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Incontinence is often an awkward issue for those who experience it. The preconception behind the condition frequently contributes to individuals having either a lack of facts or a belief in some common misconceptions about incontinence. For instance, is urinary incontinence treatable? Read More...

Make Doctor Visits for Seniors Easier with One Simple Tip

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Seniors who are reluctant to see the doctor may rethink that decision with this tip.

Let’s face it: many of us delay going to the doctor’s office. It could be somewhat uncomfortable, and downright distressing when something is wrong and we’re facing the prospect of an undesirable diagnosis. Even so, we all know it makes sense to do what is most beneficial for our health and wellness and in addition be conscientious about getting necessary medical care. Read more

Helping Seniors on the Search for Age-Friendly Health Care

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For those searching for senior care services in Berkeley or nearby areas, learn more about age-friendly health care.

If your child developed a high fever, who would you call? It’s a no-brainer; many parents have the number programmed on their phone for the pediatrician they have carefully chosen to manage the medical care needs of their children. With their specialized training, working with a trusted pediatrician ensures the best possible care. Read more

Dementia Care Tips: Watch for the Warning Signs of Caregiver Burnout

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Imagine how it would feel to awaken in a strange place, not being able to remember how you got there or even what your name is. Complete disorientation quickly develops into anger and fear, and you may discover yourself yelling at the unknown person positioned beside your bed, speaking to you in a soft voice.  Read More...

How Dementia Affects Vision and Tips for Caregivers

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The complex steps necessary to enable us to see are mind-boggling. In the blink of an eye, our brains can easily take transmitted specifics of the world around us, translate that information based on input from other senses, memories, and thoughts, and then build an understanding of that information to make us aware of what we are seeing. Read More...

Top Assistive Devices to Help Seniors Remain Independent and Safe

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Learn about the assistive devices that can help seniors remain independent at home.

As people grow older, assistive devices in the home can make everyday life simpler and less hazardous. There’s a wide selection of assistive equipment solutions for home care available on the market today that can improve senior safety and help older adults to remain more comfortable at home. At Hillendale Home Care, we would like to provide you with some insider advice for purchasing and using some of the most widely used pieces of home care equipment.   Read more

Older Adult Exercise vs. Medications: What’s More Effective in Combating Common Health Issues?

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If you made a resolution back in January to exercise more this year, hopefully you are continuing to stick with it! As it turns out, adding more physical activity to your everyday routine is one resolution we should all be working on. Read More...

Learn Heart Attack Warning Signs and Post-Heart Attack Caregiving Tips

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Although some heart attacks come on quickly and without warning, the majority are prefaced by some degree of mild pain and discomfort. It’s important to know caregiving tips if someone you love has or may be at risk for a heart attack, beginning with understanding heart attack warning signs to watch for: Chest discomfort: An uncomfortable sensation of pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the middle of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and then returns. Read More...

Aging In Place With Home Care Services

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Not long ago, it seemed as though there was really no other alternative for seniors with care needs than to make the move to a nursing home or assisted living facility. Plenty of people presume this is still the way it is when further care needs appear for a senior parent. Read More...

How Do People Get Mesothelioma? 

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Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that develops after being exposed to a toxic substance called asbestos. Many people were unknowingly exposed to asbestos for the majority of the 20th century. It usually takes between 20 and 50 years for mesothelioma to develop after exposure, making the disease more common for seniors than younger age groups. Read More...