Fighting Elder Financial Abuse: June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Elder abuse is a serious problem in the United States. According to the Administration for Community Living (ACL), a division […]
Elder Abuse
Stroke
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
This month alone, some 65,000 Americans will experience a stroke with many unaware that they were even at risk. Less
Parkinson’s Disease
Know the Signs: 10 Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease
It can be hard to tell if you or a loved one has Parkinson’s disease (PD).
There are 10 signs that you might have the disease. No single one of these signs means that you should worry, but if you have more than one sign you should consider making an appointment to talk to your doctor.
Awards
Kadan Homecare Receives 2019 Best of Home Care® – Provider and Employer of Choice Awards
ATLANTA – April 17, 2019 – Kadan Homecare, an award-winning provider of quality, non-medical home care to Atlanta area families for nearly 35 years, announced today that it has received both the 2019 Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice and Employer of Choice Awards from Home Care Pulse. These awards are granted only to the top-ranking home care providers, based on client and caregiver satisfaction scores gathered by Home Care Pulse. Kadan is now ranked among a small handful of home care providers across the country who have proven their ability to provide an exceptional working experience to employees and the highest quality care to clients.
Social Workers
A History of Social Work
The American social work profession was established in the late 19th century to ensure that immigrants and other vulnerable people gained tools and skills to escape economic and social poverty. Social workers help people in their personal and interpersonal lives in order to achieve social improvement and pursues social change to benefit a wide variety of individuals, families and communities.
Heart Disease
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.
Quality of Life
Resolve to Have More Fun for a Healthier and Happier New Year
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The Holidays May Not Be the Most Wonderful Time of Year for Many Seniors
The holidays aren’t always happy for seniors. For many, the season can cause depression due to lost loved ones or health or financial problems.The holidays aren’t always happy for seniors. For many, the season can cause depression due to lost loved ones or health or financial problems.
Age in Place
Aging in Place
“Aging in place” is a term used to describe a person living in the residence of their choice, for as
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Kadan Homecare Stands Up for Fall Prevention Awareness Week
Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths, unintentional injuries, and hospital admissions for trauma. Falls can
