On April 15, 2021 the CDC released information regarding the risk of contacting COVID-19 after being fully vaccinated. As of 4/15/21 there had been 77 million Americans fully vaccinated, below are the statistics of the report. It must be noted that this data is subject to the numbers available on 4/15/21, therefore they are […]

  Feeling sad or blue occasionally is normal for seniors, but a lasting feeling of depression should be treated. There are many factors that can lead to depression as we age. Traumatic events such as losing a loved one, loss of mobility, transition into retirement, or changing finances are just a few.  There is no […]

   As Total Meditation states, studies show anxiety among seniors is quite common. Around 10% of adults 65 and over are diagnosed with anxiety in any given year.  Anxiety can be a heavy burden on everyday life for seniors, and it can be caused by many factors such as: Alzheimer’s or dementia Needing physical assistance […]

  Pets are very therapeutic for seniors, especially those who are alone.  Professional caregivers that work with seniors daily, state that pets bring seniors out of isolation, provide mild cardiac activity when walking or grooming the pet, and have a sense of being needed and valued.  Seniors with dementia, specifically those who develop Alzheimer’s “Sundowners […]

  If you are a senior thinking of getting a pet, there are a few items to consider. First, there are costs for either purchasing or adopting a pet. A puppy can cost $800 in the first year alone. These costs include vet visits, food, toys and everything else that goes with pet care. The […]

For seniors with disabilities, a service dog might be the answer.  “The Americans With Disabilities Act of 2011, defines service dogs as those trained to do work related to the person’s disability. Emotional Support dogs or Guard Dogs are excluded in the definition.  The service dog is expected to always accompany the disabled senior.” The […]

Caregivers of elderly clients say that pets have a very positive therapeutic effect on seniors in their care.  The pet pulls seniors who are withdrawn out of their shell, and provides mild cardio activity from walking or grooming. “Pet Therapy” provides a connection to and being needed in the world.  The pet’s unconditional affection can […]

  Pet adoption is a valid option for seniors who are considering getting a pet.  The adoption route can meet a wide range of needs.  For example, if a senior is immobile, a cat is a much better option than a dog. Cats do not require walking and can be left alone for hours/days.   […]

As it has been stated, AdvoCare Home Care Services caregivers are professionally trained to assist seniors in Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) such as: toileting, bathing, grooming, dressing/undressing, transferring, eating, etc. However, their roles extend beyond the ADL’s.  During any given day they also assist in the following areas: SAFETY – they are constantly observing […]

HAPPY 2021 aginginplace.org reports of studies that show that a pet can have both mental and physical benefits for seniors. “Just 15 minutes” of a senior bonding with a pet sets off a chemical chain reaction in the brain. The reactions cause a lowering of the fight-or fight hormone, cortisol, and an increase of the […]