IF THERE WAS A BLOOD TEST TO DIAGNOSE ALZHEIMER’S, WOULD YOU TAKE IT?

It’s an age old question: If you could see into your future, would you? For people who are concerned about whether or not they will get Alzheimer’s, a new blood test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease is in the works, to pinpoint a potential for the disease in a person up to three years before the […]

BODY MECHANICS: CAREGIVER WORKSHOP

Responsive is a home health agency committed to our clients’ wellness and supporting our incredible staff of caregivers. Through our education and training programs we offer our caregivers and office staff important new techniques to keep safety a priority. This past month, Responsive Home Care, providers of home health services of Broward County hosted four […]

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COPING WITH DEMENTIA

Coping with dementia and the challenges that can arise for someone you love can be a demanding task. It is important to recall that they are not deliberately being difficult and understanding their situation will lead to better care and comfort for the client. Coping with difficult behavior takes time, effort and patience but having […]

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DINNER & DIALOGUE WITH RESPONSIVE

Last week home care Broward County agency, Responsive Home Care, hosted a Dinner & Dialogue party with Leadership Broward. Leadership Broward is an organization designed “to develop and inspire individuals to serve our community”. Debbie Savage, President of Responsive Home Care, is a graduate of Leadership Broward, Class of XXV. The topic of the evening was […]

SECRET TO SUCCESS FOR AGING AT HOME WITH DEMENTIA

Most older adults wish to age in place at home, where they feel most comfortable. However, many older adults with dementia have other health and welfare needs that are not being met, any number of which could jeopardize their ability to remain living at home, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins. In fact, […]

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MAKE LITTLE CHANGES IN LIFESTYLE FOR LOWER CHOLESTEROL AND A HEALTHY HEART

Home care Fort Lauderdale cargivers, Responsive Home Care, have a goal to help ensure that you or your loved one have the best quality of life possible as you age. Aging brings about many changes, one of which can be a rise in cholesterol. Part of your own at home health care efforts can focus […]

SURPRISING WAYS PETS HELP SENIOR HEALTH

Everyone knows a pet can help ease loneliness for an older adult, especially if he or she is living alone or has recently suffered the loss of a loved one. But did you know that a study by the American Geriatrics Society has shown pets can help lower senior’s blood pressure and score higher in […]