Life Balance Home Care - Atlanta

10/18/2022

"Together we can make a difference." ~ Rebecca

07/16/2020

Ask Encore: We also answer questions about rules for inherited IRAs and survivors’ benefits from Social Security.

07/10/2020

06/17/2020

06/04/2020

In this Special Feature, we look at the ways in which the new coronavirus pandemic is impacting the mental health and well-being of family caregivers.

03/21/2020

03/16/2020

Our caregivers are taking the necessary precautions.......

There are specific precautions older adults should take to protect their health. We spoke to two geriatricians and pulled guidance from the CDC to assemble what you need to know about the virus and how to stay safe.

02/24/2020

Fall prevention – inside and out. Remove scatter rugs and secure handrails at all entrances of the house.
Be sure your elderly parents have the proper snow shoes or boots when walking outside.
Arrange for snow removal of driveway, walkway and don't forget the mailbox that's located away from the house.
Adequate heating – you can arrrange for automatic delivery of heating oil (elders have priority for reinstatement of electricity if the power goes out).
If your elderly parent is still driving, check to see if the car is set with an overall winter protection (e.g. oil change, tires, battery, blankets, water, AAA membership). It is also a good time to reassess if your aging parent should still be driving.

No one said balancing your caregiver work load and your life was going to be easy. Here are some big tips that simplify caregiving and make your life a little easier to manage.