Loneliness and Aging: An Epidemic
It is estimated that up to 16% of older adults experience social isolation. According to Statistics Canada, 17.3% reported feeling excluded often or some of the time. What are the factors that contribute to social isolation? Below is a list from the National Seniors Council. Keep Reading
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Home Care Assistance for Older Adults
If you have an aging family member, chances are high that they want to continue living at home for... Keep Reading
Your Guide to Hiring the Perfect Senior Caregiver for In-Home Help
Are you taking care of an aging family member at home? Is an older adult in your life beginning to... Keep Reading
What Makes ComForCare’s Services Unique
While there are many in-home care services available to seniors, ComForCare is unique in many ways, which takes your loved ones’ care to new heights. Keep Reading
Hourly Care Services: Tailoring Care to Your Schedule
Many seniors are reluctant to leave their homes and enter a retirement residence or long-term care facility yet they are also no longer able to fulfill the duties and tasks associated with living in their homes. Keep Reading
Senior and Elder Care Management
Regardless of your situation or location, our professional caregivers are ready to help you find the right elderly home care services. Keep Reading
Navigating the Journey of Dementia Care: Tips and Insight
If a loved one is struggling with a form of dementia, it can be difficult as a family member or friend to navigate this new journey you’re on with them. Keep Reading
Choosing the Right Care Provider for Your Loved One
When choosing a care provider, the sheer number of options can be overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. Keep Reading
Recognizing the Need for In-Home Care: Six Signs to Watch For
The place that you call home is special. People spend years fine-tuning their home to be the perfect space for them. Keep Reading
Senior Nutrition: Top 5 Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults
Good nutrition is important, no matter your age. Eating right is how your body gets vital... Keep Reading
Managing Chronic Conditions at Home: The Role of Smart Tech for Seniors
Chronic diseases—like arthritis, diabetes, dementia, and heart disease—affect seniors... Keep Reading
Home Care vs. Home Health Care: What’s the Difference?
The decision to seek senior care services for a loved one can feel overwhelming. With so many... Keep Reading
Aging in Place: A 5-Step Roadmap for Living at Home Safely
If you are reaching retirement age or have a loved one 65+, you may have heard the term... Keep Reading
Welcome to ComForConnections
ComForCare is excited to announce the launch of our new educational podcast for aging services professionals, ComForConnections.
As an aging services professional, staying up-to-date can be daunting, especially in the dynamic care continuum. That is why we have designed our episodes for busy professionals like you, who are deeply passionate about providing the best care possible to older adults. Keep Reading
Best Practice Considerations: In-Home Care vs. Medical Home Health
Did you know there are differences between the services provided by in-home care and medical home health providers? A study by Johns Hopkins shows that about 25 million older Americans rely on home-based services as they age in place. Keep Reading
Frontotemporal Dementia: Best Practice Strategies
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is the most common form of dementia for individuals under 60, impacting roughly 50,000 people in the U.S. However, experts consider that number to be a vast undercount because of how challenging it can be to diagnose. Keep Reading
Leveraging Technology for Fall Risk Detection
As the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among adults aged 65 and older, falls result in more than 3 million injuries treated in emergency departments annually, including over 800,000 hospitalizations. Keep Reading
Alzheimer’s Facts, Figures & Best Practices
Millions of Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or other dementias. As the size of the U.S. population aged 65 and older continues to grow, so too will the number of Americans with AD or other dementias. Keep Reading
Nourishing Mind, Body & Spirit in Aging
Research has shown that food holds cultural and emotional significance for older adults, contributing to their overall well-being in old age. Meals are not solely about fulfilling physical hunger; they encompass social, emotional, and cultural dimensions that play a crucial role in promoting the holistic well-being of older adults. Keep Reading
Best Practice Considerations: Home Care's Supportive Role in Hospice Care
Did you know that in-home care providers play an important role in supporting patients receiving hospice care? In fact, professional caregivers, who are both highly trained and compassionate, offer a range of non-medical services. Keep Reading