At the end of 2021, the Census Bureau reported that more than 55 million Americans are age 65 or older. Florida also happens to be one of the most populated by these senior citizens, sharing one-fourth of these older Americans with California and Texas. Most of these people want to age in place, but providing private care in the [...]
There is no doubt that a furry friend can make an incredibly significant impact on a person. The unwavering love and support that an animal brings can lighten even the heaviest of loads. As a matter of fact, this connection is a proven thing. It is called the human-animal bond and has been proven to be a [...]
If you had the opportunity to prevent a life-threatening illness, would you do it? If you knew the steps to take, simple yet powerful steps, to ensure longevity and heart health, would you make it a priority? New numbers just put out by the Centers for Disease Control regarding heart disease and stroke have shed light upon [...]
Let’s talk prevention for a moment. No matter your age or current health status, there are steps you can take to assist you in the prevention of certain diseases and illnesses. How you eat makes a difference. Your activity level certainly lends itself to the prevention of certain ailments. Your mindset and emotional well-being are also important [...]
This week we will discuss very basic ways you can make your home more accessible and user-friendly for your senior family members/friends.
Champion Home Health Care is here to make sure that your senior loved ones have all the best advice and care they can get to make sure they are comfortable within their own homes. This week’s blog will talk about a few safety tips for seniors who have are home alone quite frequently. Here a couple of [...]
You may find that, as a senior, you are constantly being given suggestion of ways to stay healthy and active. We at Champion Home Health Care in Melbourne, FL have even written a few blogs on the very topic. They are amazing suggestions, don’t get us wrong, but what about tips for those of you who actually [...]
Got a free afternoon? Why not give dancing a whirl? Just because you are above a certain age doesn’t mean you can’t bust a move. Now, there may be leveling degrees of ability when it comes to dancing, but that doesn’t mean seniors can’t dance. Dancing has many benefits not just for seniors, but for everyone. At [...]
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be devastating for both patients and their caregivers. It changes the course of life, but this does not mean that quality of life is over. Medical advancements, including drug therapies and other treatment options that address behavioral and cognitive changes, are making a huge impact and improving quality of life. If you or [...]
Champion Home Health Care recently discussed the importance of having a PHR, personal health record. This is a collection of your personal health history including doctor visits, medications, blood work, procedures, etc. Having all of this information in one place helps you stay an informed consumer and allows you to make the best decisions regarding your health. [...]
