Caring for a family member with dementia is a challenging journey, often filled with emotional and physical strains. While the primary caregiver bears the brunt of these challenges, other family members can provide meaningful support—even from far away...

What are the symptoms of diabetes? Unexplained weight loss, thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and blurry vision are all signs of diabetes. And while an at-home testing kit could reveal the presence of high blood sugar, a visit to the doctor is the only...

Emily felt like she was one of the working moms who “had it all,” skillfully juggling her demanding job in the legal department of a large corporation while raising two busy children. And then, her mother suffered a debilitating fall. Emily found herself...

Back pain is a common complaint among older adults, often due to natural age-related changes in the structure and strength of the spine. The effects of a lifetime of gravity, wear and tear, and possibly injuries add up over time, contributing to...

On-The-Spot Interviews At Our Caregiver Hiring Event!  Right at Home Colorado Springs is holding a Hiring Event event! With lots of openings and so much to offer, we invite you to bring friends and family who you feel would be a great fit as a caregiver...

Most of us want to stay in our homes as we get older. For veterans who want to remain in the comfort of their own home as they age or manage health conditions, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) covers a variety of in-home health care services. These...

With the holidays behind us, many of us may find ourselves grappling with a sense of emptiness. The departure of family members and the dimming of festive decorations often leave a void, further deepened by the shorter, gloomier days of winter. This lack...

Many people choose family caregiving first when a loved one needs care. However, there may come a point at which a person’s caregiving abilities are outpaced by the level of care their loved one needs. An older loved one may need assistance with intimate...

We all value control over our lives, a trait that is evident from early childhood. Babies cry when interrupted during their explorations, and teenagers often clash with parents over autonomy. Eventually, the dynamic shifts—grown children advise their...

When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, they and their loved ones may actually be relieved—briefly—to finally have an explanation for troubling symptoms. Very often, symptoms of dementia have been present for almost...