Elder Care in Any Setting: Meeting Clients Where They Are

  It’s estimated that a 65-year-old today has an almost 70% chance of needing some type of long-term care services, and one in five senior adults will need elder care for five years or more. Elder care can include a wide range of services delivered in a variety of settings. The duration and level of [...]

2023-11-09T17:19:36+00:00February 22nd, 2023|

Three Ways Caregivers Can Help Seniors Maintain Heart Health

As we age, the risk for heart disease increases; those who are 65 and older are much more likely than younger people to have a heart attack or stroke, or to develop heart disease. While aging itself may cause unavoidable physical changes in the heart and blood vessels that will affect heart health, other factors [...]

2023-02-21T16:47:58+00:00February 14th, 2023|

Love Your Heart This February

February not only warms hearts with Valentine’s Day wishes; it’s also American Heart Month, an opportunity to learn more about ways to take good care of our hearts. Heart disease continues to be the #1 killer worldwide Cardiovascular disease is still the leading cause of death globally, according to the most recent data. The risk [...]

2022-02-16T15:11:28+00:00February 16th, 2022|

“Don’t Die of Doubt”: Heart Health Message Targets Seniors

  If you’re a senior who only thinks of Cupid, flowers and chocolate in February, the American Heart Association (AHA) would like to change that. As we mark the 57th American Heart Month, we remember that heart disease remains the number one killer of Americans. After suffering his own heart attack, President Lyndon Johnson issued [...]

2023-11-09T17:21:29+00:00February 11th, 2021|

Take Care of Your Ticker: February is American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month, and it’s always wise to refresh our knowledge on heart health and disease prevention. Seniors and their families and caregivers should particularly look out for signs of disease. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), people age 65 and older are much more likely than younger people to suffer [...]

2021-02-28T13:49:35+00:00February 20th, 2020|

Protect Senior Heart Health During American Heart Month

Since heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, especially among seniors, it is important for caregivers to know the facts. 17.3 million deaths each year are caused by heart disease. In 1964, more than half of American deaths were the result of cardiovascular disease. Although this percentage has decreased, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the US.

2021-02-28T13:49:38+00:00February 28th, 2019|

The Heart of the Matter: February is American Heart Month

The American Heart Association (AHA) recognizes February as American Heart Month. Both Kadan Homecare and the AHA want to help everyone live longer, healthier lives so they can enjoy all of life’s precious moments. We know that starts with taking care of your health. American Heart Month, a federally designated event, is a great way [...]

2023-02-01T16:53:43+00:00February 28th, 2017|
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