At LiveWell Health we collect a great deal of data both at the start of service and as one continues to progress. Doing so wouldn’t provide any value unless we stayed up to date with the literature supporting the data. Below we demonstrate a recent article that prompted us to look into our data further. […]
Senior care pricing is on the rise and doing so in a dramatic fashion. Labor shortages and increased demand for services has led to a substantial increase. Continue below to understand the importance of preventive exercise from a health and financial standpoint. There will come a time in which senior care is too costly for […]
Healthcare might not be what it was once, and it may never be the same. Healthcare continues to evolve. The corona virus pandemic swept the globe in 2020 and marked several changes within the healthcare landscape. One said change that has come to light is the private caregiver hired by families to care for a […]
Many will tell you it’s cheaper to stay at home with regard to the aging process. While others will tell you it’s more cost efficient to move into a senior living community. Depending on geographic location, caregiver pool, competition in the area, and necessary care, prices are going to vary. One thing that can be […]
Introduction for Force, Power and Balance Measurements Muscle strength, more specifically muscle strength within the geriatric population is challenging to accurately test, due to the risk involved when completing various testing procedures. Many of the reasons for reduction in strength have been reviewed, much of the evidence points towards a loss of muscle mass. Though […]
Many families are choosing to age in place. In fact, AARP reports indicate 75% of individuals prefer to age in place. Aging in place becomes more feasible with aide from senior care providers such as home health aides. That begs the question, is insurance going to cover the expenses related to senior care? Home Health […]
Finding a solution as the right type of care for a loved one is challenging for many families. Among two of the most popular options today include adult day centers or in-home senior care. Adult Day Center Adult day centers (ADC) have become increasingly popular over the years. These centers are designed for aging individuals […]
When it comes to senior care there are many providers. Those providers may work for an agency, nursing registry or privately as their own entity. That begs, the question, what is the difference between a home health aide (HHA) and a certified nursing assistant (CNA)? Things to Consider First and foremost it is important to […]
There are various types of therapy that occur in order to benefit the patient. Physical therapy restores normal functioning. Typically therapy starts within the home under home health care and the progresses to outpatient therapy in order to complete the recovery process. In-Home Therapy In-home therapy refers to home health care. These services are provided […]