The Family Caregiver Alliance says that studies show people who are caregivers are more likely to have sleep problems than other people, especially those who care for seniors with dementia. In fact, about 70 percent of caregivers to older adults with dementia report...
Dutchess County Chambers hosted an “Hollywood on the Hudson” Gala for business leaders of which Jancare Private Health Services was a sponsor. Caregiver of the Month: Lenora Gordon Leonora Exemplifies the true meaning of a compassionate caregiver & a...
Heart disease is a term used for a variety of conditions that impact the heart. These include conditions of the blood vessels, arrhythmias, and even congenital defects. Whatever the kind of heart disease an older adult has, it’s important that it be taken...
Falling is a common problem for older adults. According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the number one cause of death due to injury and non-fatal injuries in people aged 65 and older. Seniors who fall may suffer broken bones, head injuries, or even become...
“Aging in place” is rapidly becoming a popular term in gerontology. With the increased aging of the population, aging in place has been introduced as a way for seniors to have more freedom and independence while being members of their communities. In the...
Everyday activities can become difficult for older adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia. That’s why failure free activities are so important- they always come out right no matter what! To keep your older adult feeling good, here are 5 simple activities from the...
The summer can be a joyful time of spending moments with our grandchildren, going on a luxurious vacation, or tending to our beautiful gardens at home. It can also be a dangerous time for seniors if the proper precautions aren’t taken. The following is taken from the...
Jancare excels at providing specialized private home care to seniors thanks to the hard work and dedication from the nurses on our staff. While on the job, we’ve learned about many of the different fears that seniors have about their age. One of their most...
At Jancare, we do everything we can to make sure that the seniors in our care remain happy and healthy. We do this by personalizing our nursing services for each of our clients, bonding with their families, and taking care of them in their own homes. This is what...
Welcome to Jancare’s January testimonial post! We often receive testimonials from our clients, thanking us for the excellent nursing services we provide to their loved ones. Not only is this something that makes our nurses feel happy, it also spreads the word...
