In partnership with the VA TriWest Healthcare Alliance, Salus Homecare provides essential Veteran support services at no cost. This is made possible through the Homemaker Home Health Aid/Respite program and the Home Health Aid and Attendance Program. Despite these programs’ availability, the programs are underutilized, which can leave Veterans vulnerable to safety risks and hinder Read More
Which type of home care is right for my aging loved one? This is a complicated question that often comes up when caring for an aging loved one. Understanding the different levels of home care and what each offers helps in answering it. It’s also important to consider when it’s best to consider or initiate Read More
Coping with Caregiver Burnout April is Stress Awareness Month. During this time, family caregivers should recognize how stress affects their lives. They can also learn strategies to better manage stress while caring for a senior loved one. Caring for an elderly loved one is challenging and stressful. Remembering this, it is important. Family caregivers can Read More
The new year is an opportune time for making a family caregiver resolution checklist that ease burdens and enhance quality of life. Caring for a senior is rewarding and challenging. Establishing achievable goals significantly affects the well-being of the caregiver and the senior. This blog post will discuss thoughtful resolutions for family caregivers who are Read More
As we age, our bodies and immune systems become more susceptible to various health challenges, making preventive measures like senior vaccines beneficial for many in maintaining optimal well-being. However, for seniors, keeping up with their doctor’s recommendations for vaccinations and other essential needs is sometimes challenging. This is especially true if they experience dementia or Read More
Personalized Care Plans Make a Difference The Salus team of nurses, professional caregivers, therapists, doctors and other in-home care professionals work tirelessly every day to determine needs, create and maintain personalized support at home. They help patients and families to reach their goals and continue to provide care as needs change. Upon admission, our professionals Read More
The National Association of Social Workers has proclaimed March 2023 as National Social Work Appreciation Month and calls on home care providers, hospice care professionals, the medical establishment and members of our community to recognize the ways in which social workers break barriers. Through advocacy, active listening, professionalism and critical thinking, they enhance the lives Read More
Seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia require specialized care, especially as the disease progresses. Navigating memory care options can prove difficult for some families. Dementia home care and memory care facilities are two common options families explore after a senior is diagnosed with dementia. Understanding both can help to simplify the decision making Read More
The Desire to Age in Place There’s no place like home. A recent AARP survey of adults shows that 76% of Americans age 50 and older say they prefer to remain in their current home. Merrill Lynch also found that most retirees want to age in place. About 85% prefer to receive extended care in Read More
The selection of a homecare provider is an important choice that families, seniors, and individuals with chronic health conditions make after an acute care need arises, a hospital discharge or when health is declining. It’s important to find a provider that can meet the most immediate needs so long term care at home is safe Read More
