Elderly

30 Dec 2015
Old Age – Facts & Myths
Old Age: What is True or False? Old age is getting longer as we live longer and there is a lot of misinformation about this stage of life. What they can do and what they can no longer do well. Since Americans are seeing a tsunami of seniors now in their 80s and 90s with ...
08 May 2015
Sunshine & Seniors Safety Tips for Fun in the Sun
 Hot Sunshine Tips Here in South Florida (a.k.a. Paradise) the Summer Sunshine is already beating down, mixed with humidity. Learn safety tips, especially for older adults and seniors so that they do not get heat stroke or dehydrated which can lead to other health problems. Learn to enjoy the summer, safely. As severe as the winter ...
24 Feb 2015
Tips to Avoid Financial Fraud of People with Dementia
   Financial matters are complicated to begin with. Imagine having to manage money if you or your loved one is cognitively impaired or has memory problems causing poor judgment. Seniors as a group are a prime target for scammers – by phone, mail and visits to where they live. It is unethical, immoral, mean spirited ...
18 Jul 2014
I did Physical Therapy a Couple of Years Ago
Physical Therapy Helps over Long Term Question: My mother is now 86 and I can tell she is not so steady on her feet and is scared she will fall and hurt herself. Can she get more Physical Therapy or is it only after a hospital/rehab stay? Rory, B.  Rockaway Beach Reply: Thank you for your question ...
16 Jul 2014
My Father Should Stop Driving
When a Parent Should Stop Driving “Should my dad stop driving?  He is 84, hard of hearing and his vision is poor also. I am beside myself with worry that he will get in an accident but her refuses to listen. What can I do?”  Sarah G. Thank you for your question Ms. G and ...
02 May 2014
About Paradise Home Health Care
Paradise Home Health Care Paradise Home (Health Care) is a licensed, family owned company. In-Home Care assists with both personal needs– bathing, dressing, toileting and walking or feeding and driving, laundry, cooking, light housekeeping, socialization and medication prompts. Paradise Home Health Care offers a No Fee consultation to answer your questions and help assess your situation with ...