Top Nursing Homes in Spokane, WA 99206
New Photos 17 photos
Blogs View more
Home care service Spokane Washington - Beneficial In-Home Care, Inc.
Beneficial In-Home Care, Inc is located in Spokane, Washington. Beneficial In-Home Care, Inc. is a locally owned and operated in-home health care agency. We have been serving client for over 25 years and are the largest in-home care agency in Eastern Washington. We are centered on service and employ a community of true care providers who are here to serve and provide your loved one with the respect, compassion, and support they deserve. The Mission of us is to maximize our client’s physical health and their mental sense of well-being through providing well qualified and motivated workers in the client’s home and in a cost effective manner. ...read more
By Beneficial In-Home Care, Inc. October 17, 2014
Read The Latest Newsletter from Senior Helpers In Home Health Care of Spokane, WA
We've just published a new edition of our newsletter! You can check it out on our website and get the latest information from Senior Helpers In Home Health Care of Spokane, WA. Let us know what you think! Read It Now Here ...read more
By Senior Helpers Spokane In Home Care October 20, 2011
Senior Helpers of Spokane, WA, Advises to "Senior Safety Proof"
Senior Helpers In Home Elder Care of Spokane, Washington, Helps Local Families ″Senior Safety Proof″ Their Homes One out of three adults age 65 and older falls each year and nearly a third of them will live with discomfort from the fall for the rest of their lives.That’s why atSenior Helperswe have highly trained caregivers who can help spot danger zones in seniors’ homes and help families make their homes safer. “Up to 30 percent of those who fall suffer injuries such as hip fractures or head traumas,” says Peter Ross, CEO and co-founder of Senior Helpers. “Those types of injuries not only make it hard for seniors to live independently, but those injuries can sometimes be fatal.Our caregiversare there to provide families with the comfort that someone is watching over their senior loved one and helping make sure they’re living in a safe environment.” Senior Helpers’ Caregivers Help Fall-Proof Home By: Safety Proofing the Home: • . . . . . . Remove boxes, newspapers and electrical cords from halls • . . . . . . Move coffee tables, magazine racks and plants stands from high-traffic areas • . . . . . . Help repair loose, wooden floor boards and carpeting right away • . . . . . . Store clothing, dishes , food ,medication and all necessities within reach Adding Safety Devices: • . . . . . . Hand rails for both sides of the bed • . . . . . . Non-slip treads for wooden steps • . . . . . . Raised toilet seat or one with arm rests • . . . . . . Grab bars for shower or tub • . . . . . . Sturdy plastic seat for shower or tub plus hand-held shower nozzle Checking Seniors’ Shoes: • . . . . . . Get rid of high heels, floppy slippers, shoes with slick soles • . . . . . . Have foot size measured each time seniors buy shoes – foot size changes and shoes that are too big can make you fall • . . . . . . Avoid extra-thick soles Lighting-Up Living Space: • . . . . . . Place night lights in bedroom, bathroom and hallways • . . . . . . Place lamp near side of bed • . . . . . . Consider switching traditional light switches for glow in the dark switches Exercising Regularly– help seniors with activities that increase leg strength and improve balance in seniors, such as Tai Chi. Taking Seniors For Eye Check-ups– make sure seniors have their eyes checked by a doctor at least once a year and have their eyeglasses updated as needed. A good tip: consider getting a pair with single vision distance lenses for activities such as walking outside. Review Medications– have a doctor or pharmacist review medications/prescriptions to let them know what may cause side effects, such as dizziness or drowsiness. “When seniors fall, they usually develop a fear of falling, even if they’re not injured,” says Ross. “That fear can easily turn into a senior choosing to limit their physical activity, which in turn increases their risk of falling again. That’s where our caregivers come in; they help to prevent falls andhelp seniors copewith fall-related fears they may already have.” Did You Know? • . . . . . . In 2008, 82% of fall deaths were among people 65 and older. • . . . . . . In 2008, more than 19,700 older adults died from unintentional fall injuries. • . . . . . . Fall-related fractures occur more than twice the rate for older women than for older men. • . . . . . . More than 90% of hip fractures are caused by falls. And white women have significantly higher hip fracture rates than black women. • . . . . . . Direct medical costs of falls equaled $28.2 billion last year alone. This story affects all seniors and their families in your area. Help us spread the word about Fall Prevention Awareness with our tips to keep seniors safe. We are happy to have ourlocal senior care expertsshow you how to safety proof your home to protect seniors from falling. We can set-up interviews with local senior experts and families. Sources:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Mayo Clinic ...read more
By Senior Helpers Spokane In Home Care October 19, 2011
Related Articles View more
