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Struggling To Care For Your Elderly Loved Ones? Expert Opinions

Struggling To Care For Your Elderly Loved Ones? Expert Opinions Caring for elderly parents is indeed overwhelming, which is why some adult children ask eldercare experts for advice. Senior consultants, researchers who conduct studies on aging, and other eldercare experts know about the struggles of caring for elderly parents because many are experiencing—or have experienced—the … Continue reading “Struggling To Care For Your Elderly Loved Ones? Expert Opinions”

Vitamin D and Omega-3 Supplements Help the Elderly Boost Their Immune Systems, Against COVID-19 Infection Study Claims

Vitamin D and Omega-3 Supplements Help the Elderly Boost Their Immune Systems, Against COVID-19 Infection Study Claims Taking vitamin D and omega-3 supplements on a regular basis may help older adults fight infections, including the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), according to findings from a new study. The DO-HEALTH study, published in the November issue of … Continue reading “Vitamin D and Omega-3 Supplements Help the Elderly Boost Their Immune Systems, Against COVID-19 Infection Study Claims”

“Happy Holidays” from FCP Live-In!

LiveInHomeCare.com “Happy Holidays” From FCP Live-In! We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season! May health, hope, and peace during this holiday season find their way into our homes and hearts! Please have a happy, safe, and careful holiday season! Be safe, happy, and well this holiday season, from everyone at FCP Live-In! … Continue reading ““Happy Holidays” from FCP Live-In!”

COVID, the Elderly, and the Holidays: Families Advised to Plan Early

December, COVID, the Elderly, and the Holidays: Families Advised to Plan Early The holidays are upon us and the spike in the number of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases continue. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, are you planning your usual December Holidays with a visit to your elderly aunt who lives in an assisted … Continue reading “COVID, the Elderly, and the Holidays: Families Advised to Plan Early”

Caring for Elderly Parents: Can They Live Safely at Home?

Caring for Elderly Parents: Can They Live Safely at Home? It’s understandable for your elderly parents to want to age in place in the comfort of their home. But, keep in mind that they may need your help to maintain a safe environment and manage their daily living activities. The keyword here is, “help,” which … Continue reading “Caring for Elderly Parents: Can They Live Safely at Home?”

These Denizens of the Deep Keep Vaccines Safe, but Are in Big Trouble

These Denizens of the Deep Keep Vaccines Safe, but Are in Big Trouble Pharmaceutical companies are racing against time to develop a vaccine for the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which has devastated lives worldwide. To test the safety of potential vaccines, researchers have been using a substance from one of the Earth’s oldest creatures—the … Continue reading “These Denizens of the Deep Keep Vaccines Safe, but Are in Big Trouble”

Scam Alert/Fraud Alert | NOV 2020- Scammers Pretending to Be With the DOJ

Scam Alert/Fraud Alert – Scammers Pretending to Be With the DOJ There are a number of scams and frauds perpetrated against older adults, but one scheme that frightens seniors the most is when a scammer purports to be from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). DOJ offices around the country have been warning older adults … Continue reading “Scam Alert/Fraud Alert | NOV 2020- Scammers Pretending to Be With the DOJ”

Helping the Elderly | NOV 2020

Helping the Elderly Florida Couple Helps 94-Year-Old Neighbor With Dementia Joel and Esther Johnson were relaxing in their Sunrise, Fla., home when they heard a knock on their door around 10:30 p.m. They were hesitant to answer the door since they were not expecting company. Joel said he heard someone say, “hello.” Joel and Esther … Continue reading “Helping the Elderly | NOV 2020”

Regrowing Vegetables From Table Leftovers

Regrowing Vegetables From Table Leftovers The next time you cut the root end of a bunch of celery or remove sprouts from a white potato, don’t throw these pieces away. You can turn those scraps into more food. With COVID-19 causing us to stay at home more often and with some vegetables in short supply … Continue reading “Regrowing Vegetables From Table Leftovers”

Best Vitamins for Immune Systems and the Foods That Have Them

Best Vitamins for Immune Systems and the Foods That Have Them With the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continuing to spread and cold and flu season just around the corner, more people are stocking up on vitamins and eating foods that boost their immune systems. Vitamins and certain minerals are essential to the body, and without … Continue reading “Best Vitamins for Immune Systems and the Foods That Have Them”