by Kathy Semrow, RN | May 24, 2019 | Self care
Without question, spending time outdoors enhances our ability to heal and maintain physical and emotional health. Architectural design studies even show that people exposed to greenery and sunlight in common spaces report improvements in health and well-being. So, go...
by Kathy Semrow, RN | May 15, 2019 | Nutrition
If you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. And if you live alone, chances are you don’t drink a full glass of water with meals as you might when family members join you. You also may only sip water when taking medications to avoid bathroom trips later. Because our...
by Kathy Semrow, RN | May 9, 2019 | Homecare
Flowers are lovely, but they soon fade. Chocolates are satisfying, but they’re gone all too soon. The gift of living independently, however, is more lasting. Spending time with your Mom on her special Sunday, offers a great opportunity to find out how she is doing...
by Kathy Semrow, RN | May 1, 2019 | Self care
Bathing regularly is important for maintaining physical and emotional health. A decline in personal hygiene may signal someone is struggling to care for themselves. The causes can be many—chronic pain from arthritis, injury, tenderness from surgery, loss of...
by Kathy Semrow, RN | Apr 18, 2019 | Homecare
More than 12 million older Americans live alone. Those in their late 60s take as many as 14 prescriptions daily. The abundance of pills correlates to chronic diseases requiring multiple medications, according to the National Council on Aging. Skipping medications or...
