Do you want to know how to help your elderly parents move house? Here are some great tips on how to help your parents relocate.
Late-stage dementia can be a tough and challenging time for caregivers and loved ones. However, understanding what to expect during this stage can help make the experience more manageable. The progression of dementia is marked by changes such as memory loss, language impairment, and carrying out familiar daily tasks. Though it’s difficult to predict the exact course…
When someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, it can be devastating. It is hard to deal with the gradual erosion of their short-term and then long-term memories. When our loved ones no longer recognize us, it can be incredibly heartbreaking. They suddenly don’t know your name, face and…
Physical exercise is crucial in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and overall well being. Studies have shown that regular physical activity can positively affect brain function and cognitive health, including improved blood flow to the brain and stimulation of brain cell growth. For patients with dementia, regular exercise is vital for physical fitness and maintaining a…
NursePartners is pleased to announce that we have been awarded the coveted Designated Organization accreditation from Positive Approach to Care® (PAC). This makes us the first agency in Pennsylvania and the 13th worldwide to receive this designation. With this accreditation, we are officially aligned with the PAC philosophy and techniques for dementia care. What is…
Caring for an elderly loved one can be challenging to say the least. It’s even more of a long, stressful and emotional journey if they have Alzheimer’s disease or another type of Dementia. But you’re not alone. According to a 2019 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report, 16 million Americans provide unpaid care to…
For most of us, music has a significant impact on our lives. Songs that remind us of important life events, no matter how big or small, can elicit strong emotions and memories. These connections we form with music are extraordinarily resilient, so much so that they stay in the brain even when neurodegenerative diseases such…
Jill Lattanzio lived a full and active life. She was an avid runner throughout high school and a Division I athlete at Mount St. Mary’s University. Her laugh was infectious, and she was often the first to break into song and dance. She enjoyed visiting her favorite cities, Philadelphia and New York City, with her…
Registered nurses, licensed practice nurses, and certified nursing assistants can choose to work at facilities or on private duty cases through an agency. When they work on-site for a company, they are responsible for 10+ residents simultaneously. Alternatively, when they work at NursePartners, they can provide individualized care for older adults, unless they are contracted…
