Preventing Depression in Seniors During the Holidays

According to a recent news report, the San Diego Health and Human Services Agency has reported that the number of flu cases has more than doubled this year as compared to last. Seniors and individuals with chronic health conditions are most at risk. While getting the flu shot annually offers important protection against this rising Read More

Caregivers need support. Families who understand this best are often those impacted by dementia or Alzheimer’s. While these diagnoses can be frightening, knowing where to turn to find support is extremely helpful. Local Support Groups No one understands what a day in the life of a family caregiver looks like better than another family caregiver, Read More

Aging adults can face a range of challenging social issues, particularly as mobility declines, driving privileges are lost and spouses and friends pass away. In addition to increasing the likelihood of depression, anxiety and isolation, these events can have a startling impact on senior health. Seniors who contend with constant emotional stress and who lack Read More

As the average life expectancy continues to increase, age-related health conditions are becoming more prevalent. Two examples are Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, both of which are typically seen later in life and affect neurological and cognitive functioning. As these diseases share some similarities, many people believe they are related. Taking a closer look at both helps Read More

With age comes health conditions that often require medications. While these medications serve an important purpose in helping seniors with improved independence and longevity, medicating the elderly presents unique risks as compared to medicating younger generations. This is especially true because many seniors are taking multiple medications each day that may affect their bodies in Read More

Loved ones charged with caring for an ill or elderly individual are often faced with difficult healthcare decisions. Sometimes, these decisions involve choices regarding in home assistance for chronic illnesses, acute conditions or everyday care and safety needs. When faced with these decisions, it is common for individuals to become confused about what services are available and what level of care is appropriate based on an individual’s circumstance. At Salus Homecare, our goal is to assist in providing professional information to assist in situations such as these.