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Caregiver from Legacy Homecare LA providing personalized assistance to a senior, emphasizing the benefits of maintaining a structured daily routine for individuals facing health challenges like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, ensuring their stability and well-being within the comfort of their Los Angeles home.

How Caregivers Support Daily Structure and Routine

February 3, 2024

Maintaining a structured daily routine is crucial for individuals with Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other health challenges. It provides a sense of stability, reduces anxiety, and promotes overall well-being. However, establishing and following a ...

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Professional caregiver from Legacy Homecare LA using compassionate communication techniques to support a man with Alzheimer's in Los Angeles, illustrating the effective, tailored caregiving services designed to navigate the complexities of dementia with patience and understanding.

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Alzheimer’s Care: Soothing Strategies for Individuals Living with Dementia

February 2, 2024

When caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, communication can become increasingly difficult as the disease progresses. It can be heartbreaking to witness the loss of connection and struggle to understand and be understood. However, ...

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Combating Flu Season

January 31, 2024

As our loved ones age, their immune systems weaken. This transforms flu season from a yearly inconvenience into a life-threatening concern. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that between 70 and 85 percent ...

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Home Safety: Creating a Haven for Your Loved One

January 17, 2024

Home Safety: Creating a Haven for Your Loved One Many seniors dream of aging in place: remaining in their own homes as they grow older. To accomplish this goal, they and their children must carefully plan for the future. Older adults are vulnerable to falls and may struggle with various activities of daily living like showering, eating, and moving around the home. Today, we’ll discuss the steps required to create a haven for your loved one. Read on for Legacy Homecare LA’s home safety checklist for seniors. Senior Home Safety Requirements Drawing from the American Housing Survey, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention compiled a report about homes with aging-accessible features. The researchers found that while nearly all housing contains at least one accessibility feature, just ten percent of homes could be considered “aging-ready.” Contrary to popular belief, making a home accessible can be simpler than purchasing gadgets or scheduling major renovations. Begin by evaluating your loved one’s space for the following senior home safety concerns.

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Grief Awareness Day: Understanding and Supporting Seniors in Their Loss

August 23, 2023

Aug. 30 marks Grief Awareness Day – an observation of the profound impact loss can have. It’s crucial to provide support, compassion, and understanding to people in mourning. At Legacy Homecare LA, we understand and ...

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What Temperature Is Too Hot for Older Adults?

July 14, 2023

As we settle into the heart of summer – a season often synonymous with vacation, picnics, and outdoor activities – it is crucial to consider how sweltering temperatures can affect older adults. At Legacy Homecare ...

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