The Value of Volunteering
December 17, 2024
Health & Safety
Volunteering isn’t just about giving back; it’s a powerful way for older adults to enrich their own lives. Right at Home Northwest Houston talks about significant physical and mental health benefits that volunteering can provide seniors.
Weather-Proof Your Workout
December 03, 2024
Health & Safety
As the chill sets in, don’t let the cold keep you inactive! Right at Home Northwest Houston provides ways that older adults can stay fit and fabulous throughout winter with fun and safe activities.
Savvy Senior Travel Tips
November 19, 2024
Life Planning
Whether you’re planning a trip for 2025 or sooner, a little preparation goes a long way. Right at Home Northwest Houston provides tips to help you travel safely, comfortably, and stress-free—no matter your age!
Caring for Our Veterans
November 05, 2024
Caregiving
| Family & Loved Ones
Did you know the VA offers a variety of in-home care services? From personal assistance to respite care for caregivers. Check out Right at Home Northwest Houston's latest article to learn about the support available to veterans.
Understanding Hospice Care and the Role of In-Home Assistance
October 22, 2024
Life Planning
| Family & Loved Ones
| Health & Safety
Hospice care offers people with terminal illness and their caregivers compassionate comfort care alongside emotional and spiritual support. Right at Home Northwest Houston explores the benefits of hospice care and how it provides support to families.
Safeguarding Seniors Through Immunizations
October 08, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
| Health & Safety
Older adults should consider several vaccines to help prevent illnesses, especially because the immune system can weaken with age. Right at Home Northwest Houston lists some commonly recommended vaccines for older adults.
How Dementia Increases the Risk for Falls
September 24, 2024
Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Support
| Health & Safety
Is your senior loved one living with dementia? Their risk of falls might be higher due to changes in balance, cognitive function, and perception. Right at Home Northwest Houston provides tips on how to create a safer environment for our loved ones.
Polypharmacy and Older Adults
September 10, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
| Health & Safety
Polypharmacy is the practice of taking more than four or five medications regularly. The more medications a person takes, the risk of complications and side effects increases. Right at Home Northwest Houston looks into deprescribing to help reduce a patient's risk.
Overcoming Ageism in Everyday Life
August 27, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
Ageism affects us all, but we can combat it! Check out Right at Home Northwest Houston's latest blog to learn about overcoming ageism in everyday life through practical strategies like education, activities, and advocacy.
Empowering Older Adults at the Doctor’s Office
August 13, 2024
Family & Loved Ones
| Life Planning
| Caregiving
We all need to take an active role in our own health care. But some factors make it more difficult for older adults to be proactive at the doctor’s office. Right at Home Northwest Houston looks at ways to empower older adults at the doctor's office through effective patient advocacy.
