Upon discharge from the hospital, your mom or dad might not be ready to resume normal daily activities because of illness or surgery. Transitional care is a form of rehabilitation that helps to bridge the gap. Many people have faced the question: Does my parent need transitional care? You’ll be glad to learn that it’s…
At HomeCentris Frederick, our goal is to make sure that seniors live as independently as they like for as long as they can. To this end, we provide a whole range of services aimed at ensuring that seniors can receive the highest quality care in the comfort of their own homes. But what happens when…
One of the most challenging aspects of getting older is the decrease in independence and self-sufficiency that comes with it. For many seniors, it may seem that the only choice to make is between the relative freedom they enjoyed when they were younger, and being remanded to some sterile institution, and having their independence stripped…
At HealthCentris Frederick, we know that taking care of our parents and loved ones as they get older can be equal parts challenging and rewarding. On the other hand, it can be gratifying to be able to give back to the people who helped take care of you when you were younger and helped you…
In the minds of many people, elder care is something that can be seen in black and white. Either your loved one is healthy and able to live as independently as they always have, or they require full-time residential care at a facility. At HomeCentris Frederick, we know that the world is rarely black and…
There is no getting around it: the American Population is aging rapidly. As organizations like the Population Reference Bureau have pointed out, by the middle of this century, the number of citizens over the age of 65 will be over 84 million, and the number over 85 years old will have tripled. And part of…
Having an extended stay in the hospital comes with its own set of challenges. Whether its because of surgery or drug rehab, hospital stays mean being away from home for a while. It also means that you may be recovering from an illness, surgery, or addiction. Whatever the case may be, transitional care is often…
Whether your loved one was just out of the hospital and in recovery or nearing the golden years, receiving ancillary services through a home care provider such as HomeCentris Frederick will simplify both of your lives. You may be wondering, “What is ancillary services?” That is an important question to consider if your loved one…
Your parents are getting on in years. They don’t want to move to a senior community. In fact, they’ve chosen to remain at home, age in place, and forego personal home care services. Here’s what you need to know about helping elderly parents and practicing self-care. When Adult Children Become Caregivers Helping elderly parents is…
In the past, aging parents would move in with one of their children. The adult children would then become primary caregivers. Today, there are plenty of additional senior care options Frederick, MD residents can choose from. Many of them focus on providing home care assistance that helps the elderly maintain their independence. When Older Adults…