There can come a time in your life when you need to make a difficult decision, whether to send an ill loved one to palliative care or hospice care. Both can bring comfort and relief, but they have some important differences. Learn everything you need to know here to help you make the best decision for your loved one. Palliative Care Palliative care has one goal and that’s to give those with a serious illness a better quality of life. It provides treatment to those with cancer, dementia, chronic disease, and other illnesses to allow for a more comfortable experience.…

Did you know that there are many people living with dementia today who don’t even know that they have the condition? Scientists are only starting to understand dementia and are finding that most people don’t understand what it is or what the symptoms even are. If you’d like to learn more, here are 5 things you likely didn’t know about dementia that could help you or a loved one with the condition. Woman Are Diagnosed More Than Men Dementia doesn’t discriminate but women tend to be diagnosed more often than men. Some scientists believe it’s because women tend to have…

Dedicating time for some fun and leisure is just as important for seniors as it is for children. It gets them out socializing with others, it helps to improve their memory, keeps their motor functions operating, improves their mental state, and helps keeps their entire health in check. If you’ve been looking for a few indoor leisure activities for seniors – whether it’s for you or an aging parent to try, here are a few we recommend that will keep you busy and entertained for hours. Container Gardening Even if it’s raining or snowing outside, seniors can still garden at…

Are you a caregiver or nurse looking for a meaningful place to work? Working as a private nurse or support worker for a health care agency comes with many benefits that you may enjoy. If you’re looking for a career that is personally rewarding and will provide more meaning and purpose in your life, a role with us at C-Care might be exactly what you’re looking for. To find out if it’s the right choice for you, here are some of the benefits of working for a health care agency and what you can look forward to. It’s a Meaningful…

Does your loved one require attentive care at least once a day? If so, it’s time to consider your options.  When it comes to senior care, there is a wide range of plans out there to choose from. But it’s important first to understand your health conditions and what the best care options are for you. Here we’ll outline what you need to think about and all the options that are available. Nursing or Retirement Home A nursing or a retirement home care is an option to consider. However, not all facilities offer dedicated services or properly trained medical staff.…