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Mar 21, 2019

Benefits of Houseplants for Seniors in Melbourne, FL

2019-03-21T07:05:25-04:00March 21st, 2019|Elderly Senior Care, Senior Living|

There is just something so delightful about fresh florals. Cascading leaves and bright tropical colors can brighten even the darkest of days. They bring comfort and beauty to just about everyone and for seniors who are able to work outside in their own gardens, there are numerous health advantages. Aside from the gorgeous blooms, gardening can increase [...]

Mar 15, 2019

The Path to Long Distance Caregiving in Melbourne, FL

2019-03-15T10:46:17-04:00March 15th, 2019|Caregivers|

Being a primary caregiver is never an easy task. No matter who you are, seeing a loved one in decline is hard and brings a host of challenges with it. You always want the best for those you love and this is why Champion Home Health Care takes so much pride in the home health care services [...]

Feb 22, 2019

How to Protect Yourself from the Grandparent’s Scam

2019-02-22T11:25:25-05:00February 22nd, 2019|Senior Living|

Seniors are easily one of the most vulnerable populations when it comes to scammers of all types. From Medicare fraud to money schemes, the elderly often fall victim to scams which rob them of their life savings leaving them poor and at a loss. According to Bloomberg, scamming the elderly is a 37 billion dollar business for [...]

Feb 14, 2019

How to Show Love to Seniors

2019-02-14T07:26:23-05:00February 14th, 2019|Senior Living|

Have you ever stopped to think about the specific things that make you feel loved and cared for? Is it when you feel heard by another individual? Is it when someone stops to ask how you are, really? How is it with your soul? Do you feel loved when another person goes out of their way to [...]

Jan 31, 2019

Seniors and Shopping Scams

2019-01-31T11:31:36-05:00January 31st, 2019|News|

Tis the season to be jolly…and, for some, take advantage of vulnerable populations. Unfortunately, the holiday season is ripe for scammers and many people do not recognize that they have been targeted by a nefarious group of people set on destroying lives and the joy that this time of year conjures in so many. Champion Home Health [...]

Jan 20, 2019

Seniors and Illness: Is it a Cold or the Flu?

2019-01-20T06:57:43-05:00January 20th, 2019|News|

You are sniffly and feel like your energy is slowly draining away as the clock ticks by. What in the world is going on? Should you take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for this headache or do you let it pass? Is that cough you are experiencing due to allergies, it is Florida after all, or is it something [...]

Jan 12, 2019

Retiring In Florida

2019-01-12T06:59:52-05:00January 12th, 2019|News|

Did you know that over 3.5 million people in the state of Florida are over the age of 65? According to Kiplinger, that number will rise to 6 million by the year 2030. Will you be one in that number soon? If so, you may be wondering why so many seniors choose to call Florida home. Here [...]

Dec 30, 2018

Packing Up Christmas the Easy Way

2018-12-30T16:17:00-05:00December 30th, 2018|Assisted Living, Blog|

The season’s end is upon us. Champion Home Health Care of Brevard County, Florida hopes that the Christmas season was full of light and love for you and everyone in your family. We hope that no matter your circumstances or the circumstances of those you love, you were able to find moments of joy and peace. We [...]

Dec 30, 2018

Senior Safety During Cold Weather

2018-12-30T07:27:26-05:00December 30th, 2018|Elderly Senior Care|

We are fortunate to live in a warm climate, but this does not mean that temperatures do not dip on occasion creating chaos for many on the Space Coast. We all know that younger children and pets are especially vulnerable to the cold. We take special steps to cover our fragile tropical plants and even keep our [...]