As the temperature rises during the summer, it’s important to be on the lookout for your elderly friends and family. Think about all the issues you face as it gets hotter, and then think about how they might be impacted – the mere thoughts might cause you a bit of shock. While common sense definitely Read More

A new trend among seniors is home sharing. Seniors receive assistance with the rent, mortgage, or utilities in exchange for a room in their home. Another benefit of home sharing is the elderly can have someone to provide skilled nursing or assistance from a service like Salus Homecare while staying in the home. It’s a Read More

When some people get older, they feel down and depressed. These feelings of sadness are understandable, and they are normal. However, these feelings won’t do you any good. Besides, age is only a number; you are only as old as you feel. You can still make the choice to stay young at heart and in Read More

It’s not unusual in the modern age to spend hours each day in front of a desk. Between office jobs, Netflix binges, and other sedentary activities, people simply don’t get up and move around as much as they once did. However, this can be downright dangerous in many cases; not only can long periods of Read More

Following a surgical procedure or serious illness, most individuals will require some sort of assistance in order to fully recover. This assistance typically extends for a period of time after hospital discharge and may include physical, occupational or speech therapy as well as nursing care and help with activities of daily living. Rehabilitative Facilities Entering Read More

Cancer impacts people of all ages, but you are more likely to be diagnosed with it if you are over 50. The good news is that many forms of cancer are highly treatable, and remission rates continues to climb. If you suspect cancer, early diagnosis is key to being a candidate for the most treatment Read More

Depression is both an early indicator of Parkinson’s disease and a consequence of it. It often predates the loss of motor functioning and many of the other side effects of Parkinson’s. When depression presents, it is important to seek a medical diagnosis early in order to increase treatment options. Effectively dealing with depression helps seniors Read More

How to Help Individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia In the earliest stages of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, many family caregivers make the choice to keep their loved ones at home. This increases the responsibilities put on the shoulders of those caregivers, but it also provides their loved ones with all of the positive Read More

When it comes to hiring a home health provider in the San Gabriel Valley, there are many options. Making an educated decision about the best provider requires time, dedication and research. At Salus Homecare, we understand this process might seem frustrating, and our goal is to make your choice a simple one by providing the Read More