Safeharbor Home Healthcare Services

Safeharbor Home Healthcare Services Providing Excellent Nursing Care on Staten Island since 1967
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We are a Home Health Care Agency in business on Staten Island NY for over 50 years

Mental health is often overlooked by older generations, but it can be just as important as physical health. If you are c...
08/01/2025

Mental health is often overlooked by older generations, but it can be just as important as physical health. If you are concerned for your older loved one’s mental well-being, you may want to suggest that they go for a mental health screening. This can be easier said than done. Because many older individuals do not take mental health seriously, they can often be dismissive of seeking treatment. In this article, we discuss ways to approach mental health screenings that may be more effective for discussions with your elders.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/mental-health-screening-for-older-adults

Board games have grown a lot since your parents’ childhood. Since the 90s, the board game industry has boomed to include...
07/11/2025

Board games have grown a lot since your parents’ childhood. Since the 90s, the board game industry has boomed to include a lot of varying and unique games far beyond Monopoly and Clue. And while many of the classics stick around for a reason, there are plenty of newer options out there. In this article, we will discuss some different options to get your loved one playing something new and interesting for game night with the family, or a quiet night at home.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/10-board-games-for-older-adults

When your family is considering hiring elder care for you, your comfort and independence can often be a point of content...
07/07/2025

When your family is considering hiring elder care for you, your comfort and independence can often be a point of contention. For many older individuals, accepting home care can feel like admitting that they cannot fully care for themselves. July is Senior Independence Month in America. For many aging adults, accepting that they need long-term care can feel like giving up their independence. This article will focus on how older adults can maintain their independence while getting the care they need.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/maintaining-independence-with-in-home-care

June is PTSD-Awareness month. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a debilitating mental health condition that affects some...
06/13/2025

June is PTSD-Awareness month. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a debilitating mental health condition that affects some survivors of trauma. For aging adults with PTSD, in-home care can help with symptom management while maintaining independent living.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/ptsd-and-elder-care

As Americans of all backgrounds continue to live longer, it is important to ensure that elder care meets the needs of al...
06/03/2025

As Americans of all backgrounds continue to live longer, it is important to ensure that elder care meets the needs of all older individuals. LGBTQ+ individuals are 4 times less likely than their heterosexual peers to have children to aid in their care. This is one of many reasons that LGBTQ elders are more likely to rely on professional caregivers for support.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/why-queer-sensitive-elder-care-matters

Spending time outdoors is important for your health at any age. Fresh air and time in the sun help boost your mood and o...
05/27/2025

Spending time outdoors is important for your health at any age. Fresh air and time in the sun help boost your mood and overall quality of life. For older individuals, this can be especially important. But safety in the sun is also very important. Proper sun protection when going outside can be especially vital for older adults. In this article, we will share some tips to keep elder individuals safe while enjoying time in the sun.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/sun-protection-for-elder-adults

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs. It can be particularly dangerous for ol...
05/19/2025

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs. It can be particularly dangerous for older adults. In America, roughly 1 million adults 65 and older are hospitalized with pneumonia each year. In this article, we will discuss pneumonia’s symptoms and why it is more dangerous for elder adults.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/pneumonia-in-older-adults

or older adults with COPD, managing symptoms can be vital. Keeping symptoms in check can make daily life easier. In this...
04/14/2025

or older adults with COPD, managing symptoms can be vital. Keeping symptoms in check can make daily life easier. In this article, we will discuss tips for improving the quality of life for aging individuals with COPD.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/copd-management-for-older-adults

As you age, your immune system can weaken and be less potent. As a result, older adults can be more susceptible to certa...
04/04/2025

As you age, your immune system can weaken and be less potent. As a result, older adults can be more susceptible to certain illnesses, viruses, and bacteria. In this article, we will discuss some commonly administered vaccinations for older adults. Contact your primary care physician if you are unsure of your vaccination history.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/vaccinations-important-for-aging-adults

March is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month. MS is a degenerative disease that affects the central nervous system. ...
03/04/2025

March is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month. MS is a degenerative disease that affects the central nervous system. In this article, we will cover information about MS, how it can affect older adults, and how we can help older and disabled individuals living with this condition.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/march-is-multiple-sclerosis-awareness-month/

Blood pressure readings can be important for older adults. According to the CDC, about 70% of all adults 60 and older in...
02/17/2025

Blood pressure readings can be important for older adults. According to the CDC, about 70% of all adults 60 and older in America have high blood pressure. Understanding what your blood pressure readings are can help you better treat your hypertension. In this article, we will discuss how to understand your BP readings and how to take it at home properly.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/

Music is a powerful tool. It can help lift spirits, connect people, or trigger memories. Music can also help those who f...
01/20/2025

Music is a powerful tool. It can help lift spirits, connect people, or trigger memories. Music can also help those who feel isolated and alone. Today, we will discuss this phenomenon and how it can help aging adults.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/music-helps-ease-isolation

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1477 Hylan Boulevard
Staten Island, NY
10305

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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