Unraveling the Mystery – The difference between Home Health and Home Care
Many people ask what is the difference? Home Health is Medical assistance in your home. If you have been in the hospital, have an injury or a chronic illness and are weak and not quite recovered, Home Health can help while you are transitioning back to a healthier you. Home Health would be arranged […]
Unraveling the Mystery – The difference between Home Health and Home Care
Many people ask what is the difference? Home Health is Medical assistance in your home. If you have been in the hospital, have an injury or a chronic illness and are weak and not quite recovered, Home Health can help while you are transitioning back to a healthier you. Home Health would be arranged […]
Unraveling the Mystery – The Difference between Home Health and Home Care
There is often confusion on what is the difference between Home Health and Home Care. Allison Scharr helps us understand the basic differences to help us choose the right kind of services for ourselves or loved ones.
Fall Prevention the the Home
Allison Scharr with Legacy Home Care discusses the common dangers and hazards found in home and how to avoid falls.
How to Prevent Falls in the Bathroom
Did you know that the smallest room in your house can also be the most dangerous? Yes, we’re talking about your bathroom. According to the Center for Disease Control, about 235,000 injuries a year occur as a result of a falling in the bathroom. These injuries are serious enough to send these individuals to […]
How to Prevent Falls in Bathrooms
The majority of falls that occur among senior adults happen while in the bathroom. Allison offers some practical tips to help prevent falls in bathrooms.
Tips to Avoid Trips – Fall Prevention
Continuing our topic of “Fall Prevention.” Firstly, according to the Center for Disease Control, 1 out of every 5 falls results in a serious injury such as fractures and head injuries. It doesn’t matter who we are, anyone can fall. We are more susceptible to falling however, as we grow older. Some factors that influence […]
Tips to Avoid Trips – Fall Prevention
Allison Scharr continues our topic of Fall Prevention by providing some practical tips to help seniors avoid falls.
Fall Prevention Awareness
Allison Scharr begins to discuss the importance of Fall Prevention awareness and training, to help prevent unnecessary falls. Allison is a Care Coordinator and Assisted Living Placement Specialist with Legacy Home Care.
Don’t Fall for It – Fall Prevention Awareness
“Don’t Fall for It” – Fall Prevention Awareness One of the greatest fears among senior citizens is the fear of falling. Fear of falling leads to lost confidence and increased inactivity. This is not an irrational fear as falling is a primary catalyst for hospital admissions among seniors. Helping seniors reduce their risk of falling […]
