According to a 2021 AARP survey, 77% of adults aged 50 and older wish to remain in their homes for the long term. However, despite this desire to age in place, a 2018 survey by HomeAdvisor reported that only 40% of homeowners aged 55 and older had made home modifications to make their homes safer and more accessible.
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Aging in Place Home Care – ComForCare Your Personalized Aging in Place Checklist – ComForCare Fitness for Seniors: How to Stay Fit While Aging in Place – ComForCare Keep ReadingFocusing on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being can lead to a healthy and fulfilling life as we age. To pursue a path of positive aging, it is important to have support and resources, such as access to health care, social connections, and opportunities for continued learning and engagement.
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Aging in Place: A 5-Step Roadmap for Living at Home Safely – ComForCare Your Guide to Hiring the Perfect Senior Caregiver for In-Home Help – ComForCare Fitness for Seniors: How to Stay Fit While Aging in Place – ComForCare Keep ReadingBuilding and retaining a strong team is one of the most critical challenges in the aging services sector. As professionals committed to delivering high-quality care, we understand that our success is deeply rooted in the dedication and commitment of our staff.
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Home Care Franchise Caregiver Recruitment & Retention Strategies – ComForCare What Kind of Employees Do I Need for a Home Care Business? – ComForCare The ComForCare Difference Keep ReadingTransitioning into a new living situation for older adults can bring about a number of symptoms that can be complicated by chronic diseases, cognitive impairment, dementia, mobility, and sensory deficits.
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Handout on Relocation Stress Syndrome Relocation Stress Syndrome – South Dakota State University Extension What Is Transfer Trauma? – U.S. News Keep ReadingFor individuals living with dementia, everyday activities have a major impact on their brain function, behavioral responses, functional abilities and sense of well-being. When it comes to home care, having a person-centered approach to care can make a big difference in overall outcomes.
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Presentation – Advancing Dementia Care Handout DementiaWise® – ComForCare ComForCare.com Keep ReadingRestorative care is part of an ongoing nursing model and often follows rehabilitation. Licensed staff and professional caregivers provide restorative care to preserve a person’s optimum level of functioning and independence, which makes living their day-to-day lives as comfortable as possible.
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Q and A- Restorative Care to Maintain and Improve Function Webinar Presentation: Restorative Care to Maintain and Improve Function Who is Eligible for Home Care Services? Keep ReadingAs the U.S. population ages, the prevalence of disability and functional limitations and the demand for long-term services and supports (LTSS) will increase. In fact, according to a report from the University of Michigan, 88% of older adults ages 50 to 80 feel it’s important to remain in their homes for as long as possible.
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Fall Risk Management Keep ReadingDid you know? Approximately 6.5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia in the U.S. With the aging population on the rise, so too is the prevalence of these conditions.
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