Health

May is National Stroke Month and it’s a great time to raise awareness and educate people about how to recognize a stroke.  Learn the BE FAST acronym on the flyer below to recognize the signs and help save lives! Ho’okele Caregivers Maui

Almost 50% of seniors report having a fear of falling.  Their anxiety is not unfounded as it is projected that 1 in 3 seniors will fall this year. Among seniors who reported having fallen, 66% sustained injuries, and many who fell are likely to

As seniors become eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, it’s not uncommon for them to have concerns about side effects from the vaccine.  This flyer collects information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and adapts it to

High blood pressure impacts 70% of adults over the age of 65 – yet only half of people with high blood pressure have it under control. Noncompliance to medication is one of the main reasons that folks don’t manage their condition.

COVID-19 has impacted everyone, especially the elderly population. Many seniors have found themselves cut off from the world, alone and isolated.  Sadly, they have stopped basic activities and visitations from friends and families have become

Resource: Caregivers.com/magazine By Cheryl Coppola RN, MSN, OCN Keeping Safe at Home with Chemotherapy As more and more chemotherapy is given in outpatient clinics and at home, it is extremely important that caregivers and patients understand

by Max Zubatsky Resource: http://www.caregivers.com/article “Have a seat and we’ll call your name soon.” “Please fill out these forms to the best of your ability.” “The doctor will see you now.” Let’s face it; a doctor’s visit is not the ideal

By Sandra Ray, Staff Writer Resource: http://www.caregiver.com   The risks associated with high cholesterol have been well-documented, yet compliance with treatment schedules is still low. In fact, more than 50 percent of Americans have

By : Dana Larsen Resource: www.aplaceformom.com Our elderly loved ones need a little extra TLC during the hot summer months. Find out why dehydration increases with age and get valuable tips on keeping your favorite senior hydrated. Senior

By DR. DAVID AMRON Resource: www.livestrong.com Imagine gaining weight and, regardless of your diet or exercise habits, you’re unable to lose those pounds. Sadly, this scary thought has become the unfortunate reality for approximately 11