2023 - Understanding Home Health Care Challenges

Senior Home Care Benefits for Dysphagia Patients

17 February 2023
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If you suffer from dysphagia, you may have difficulty swallowing all foods and liquids or only certain types and textures. Dysphagia can be caused by strokes, Parkinson's disease, brain injuries, and Alzheimer's disease. If you have problems with dysphagia and need in-home care, consider the following services that a senior home care provider can offer you to help you live safer and healthier. Medication Interventions If you are unable to swallow your prescribed medications, the senior home care provider can crush them with a pill crusher and mix them with pudding, applesauce, honey, or other food so that they do not get stuck in your throat. Read More

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I have always been one of those people who is fiercely independent, which is one of the reasons I struggled so much to live with the fact that I had a debilitating medical condition. I was worried about being able to complete my normal daily routine, and sure enough, I found that it was pretty hard to clean my house, take care of my kids, and work with a serious health problem. Fortunately, home health care made it possible for me to enjoy life--regardless of my ongoing condition. Check out this blog for great information about understanding home health care challenges.