Category: Tips for Healthy Living

How a Feeding Tube Can Help Someone in Home Health Care
Published Feb. 7, 2022
Many people can benefit from a feeding tube or G-tube when they are receiving home health care. If tube feeding is done outside of a hospital setting, it is called enteral feeding. According to Mayo Clinic, people with the following conditions can …
Six Tips for Living with Diabetes
Published Jan. 27, 2022
If you have diabetes, it’s especially important to take good care of your health and manage your blood sugar. These tips can help you understand the importance of diabetes management and get the support you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. • …
Healthy Habits as New Year Resolutions
Published Jan. 24, 2022
The New Year is a great time to develop some healthy practices that will turn into lifelong habits. Although some people struggle to keep their New Year’s resolutions, these five healthy habits can help you make small changes that can have a big im…
Protecting Yourself from Omicron
Published Jan. 13, 2022
With cases of the Omicron variant surging, many people want to know how to protect themselves from getting COVID-19. The tips below can help keep you safe. Get Vaccinated Not surprisingly, vaccines are still the best public health tool to protect…
Upgrade Your Mask
Published Jan. 6, 2022
Because the Omicron variant has caused COVID-19 cases to surge again, it’s critically important to remember the role of masks in preventing the spread of COVID-19. Many communities are once again making masks a requirement in public to help reduce …
Healthy and Easy Snack Options for Older Adults
Published Oct. 29, 2021
Healthy snacks are a great way to boost your loved one’s calories while increasing their protein and fiber intake. Here is a list of twelve nutritious snacks that require minimal prep time and no cooking or grilling: Apple slices topped with natur…
What You Should Know About the Flu Shot
Published Oct. 15, 2021
According to CDC, everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exception. CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has made this recommendation since the 2010-2011 flu season. Vaccination to prevent f…
What Is Adaptive Clothing?
Published Sept. 17, 2021
Many individuals may have trouble when it comes to getting dressed on their own. Tying shoes, fastening buttons or snaps, and using zippers are some of the activities that can be difficult. Fortunately, there are adaptive clothing items which can he…
Next Steps as Your Loved One Ages
Published Aug. 27, 2021
Taking care of your aging parent or loved one involves managing several variables, including some legal considerations. According to AARP, these practical tips can help you be prepared to care for your aging loved ones and their changing needs: Have…
How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Published Aug. 19, 2021
Caring for a loved one can be exhausting and stressful. It’s no surprise that caregivers and their partners often feel burned out and experience feelings of depression. In fact, the American Psychological Association found that among people age 55 …
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