by Irish Referral Agency | Jul 10, 2023 | News
While it is not quite ready for release, scientists have developed a “smart patch” device they claim can detect neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s within minutes. A Point-of-Care testing kit to facilitate early diagnosis and monitoring of...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jun 30, 2023 | News
NOTE: We understand that sometimes Dad’s keys need to be taken away, too. Rather than using the awkward “he or she” pronoun replacement, we have adopted the feminine form for the sake of simplicity. In the preceding article we discussed the main things to look for...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jun 20, 2023 | News
NOTE: We understand that sometimes Dad’s keys need to be taken away, too. Rather than using the “he or she” pronoun replacement, we have adopted the feminine form for the sake of simplicity. Taking away your mom’s car keys is a difficult and sensitive decision....
by Irish Referral Agency | Jun 10, 2023 | News
As the summer months approach, it is important to consider the safety of your older loved ones who may be more vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat. With rising temperatures and increased humidity, seniors are at risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration, and other...
by Irish Referral Agency | May 30, 2023 | News
As our parents get older, we are faced with difficult decisions about how to best care for them. One of the options that many families consider is in-home care. In-home care can provide a range of support services that help elderly parents live safely and comfortably...
by Irish Referral Agency | May 20, 2023 | News
If you have been asked to be a healthcare proxy or circumstances force you into the role, it means that you are trusted to make important medical decisions on behalf of someone in your life. Your role comes into play in the event that they become unable to...
by Irish Referral Agency | May 10, 2023 | News
When you find yourself in a position to be responsible for a senior in your family, the job can take on many definitions. You may find yourself to be a nurse and nurturer, health aide or house cleaner. Add money manager, scheduler and nurturer and the job becomes...
by Irish Referral Agency | Apr 30, 2023 | News
Most in-home care is delivered in four to eight-hour shifts. And, for most seniors this is enough to get them through the day with their essential needs well taken care of. Others need more help. Not only for the patients, but the families who love them. Being a...
by Irish Referral Agency | Apr 20, 2023 | News
Are you repeating points your senior loved one missed hearing the first time? Are you finding the need to turn the TV up louder for him or her? Are they talking more loudly? Hearing loss in seniors is not uncommon. Nearly 38 million Americans experience hearing loss...
by Irish Referral Agency | Apr 10, 2023 | News
While nobody likes to think about dying, it is ultimately hard to prevent. Even non-death but incapacitating events require some thought to avoid things not going the way you prefer when others make decisions for you. Here is a checklist of things you can do to give...
