With age comes new challenges. A common one being hearing loss. Hearing loss can lead to decreased quality of life and has been identified as a risk factor for dementia. Hearing aids are an effective way to improve the...
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Psoriasis is an auto-immune disorder that results in patches of red and scaly skin, among other symptoms. Currently, there is no cure for it, only ways to help manage it. A recent study may have revealed a new way...
Caregiving is not just about tending to physical health, there is an obligation to help with emotional and mental health as well. It’s important to know how to tend to emotional well-being to optimize overall health. We will go...
One very common caregiving task is helping someone get dressed. This is a personal activity and it can be stressful to both the caregiver and his or her loved one. We hope some of the tips below can help...
We are proud to post the results of the McKenney Home Care recent Client Satisfaction Survey. Here are the Highlights: 96% said that the would say the services were Reliable, Useful, High Quality and/or Good Value for Money 91%...
Caregiver burnout is when a caregiver experiences anxiety, fatigue, and physical ailments related to their caregiving duties. Caregivers of all varieties, from nurses to family volunteers, are at risk of burnout. Burnout is usually the result of taking too...
Undergoing Chemotherapy is can be a daunting experience. Hospital and clinical settings are unnerving for many people. However, there are items one can bring to his or her infusion session to help make the trip brighter and more comfortable....
Parkinson’s is a progressive disorder, meaning symptoms get worse over time. Parkinson’s is also unpredictable with fluctuating changes in condition. At times, these changes can happen daily. This presents unique challenges to Parkinson’s patients and their caregivers. We will...
When speaking of melanoma, talk of moles frequently comes up. Specifically, talk about checking them for suspicious changes. This is important as melanoma can develop in existing moles. However, all skin on the body needs to be examined thoroughly....
Summer is here and with it comes longer days and more intense sunlight. This increases exposure to UV rays which can lead to skin cancer. Today, we’ll discuss two ways to evaluate moles for potential signs of melanoma. They...