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Senior African-American woman pointing to a Band-Aid from a vaccination with a smile. Senior African-American woman pointing to a Band-Aid from a vaccination with a smile.

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 Oklahoma City lists some commonly recommended vaccines for older adults.
Senior female client and female Right at Home caregiver walking outside arm in arm Senior female client and female Right at Home caregiver walking outside arm in arm

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 Oklahoma City provides tips on how to create a safer environment for our loved ones.
Female Right at Home caregiver supervising a senior female client sort out medication for the week into a planner Female Right at Home caregiver supervising a senior female client sort out medication for the week into a planner

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 Oklahoma City looks into deprescribing to help reduce a patient's risk.
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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 Oklahoma City's latest blog to learn about overcoming ageism in everyday life through practical strategies like education, activities, and advocacy.
senior female client in a wheelchair smiling with female caregiver senior female client in a wheelchair smiling with female caregiver

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 Oklahoma City looks at ways to empower older adults at the doctor's office through effective patient advocacy.
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Veteran Enjoys Newfound Comfort and Mobility
July 31, 2024 Health & Safety
Right at Home Northwest Oklahoma City owner Greg Self personally worked with the VA and a local custom orthotics company to tackle some critical mobility challenges for a veteran client. His Right at Home Caregivers stepped up to help Bob live as independently as possible, with the dignity and respect he deserves.
A female Right at Home caregiver is handing a senior male client a bottle of soda. The man is sitting in a wheelchair. A female Right at Home caregiver is handing a senior male client a bottle of soda. The man is sitting in a wheelchair.

Stay Hydrated, Stay Healthy
July 23, 2024 Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
Staying hydrated is essential for everyone, but it’s especially important for older adults. Right at Home Northwest Oklahoma City provides tips on how to ensure seniors can get enough fluids to avoid dehydration.
A female Right at Home caregiver helps a senior female client with a flower arrangement in the kitchen A female Right at Home caregiver helps a senior female client with a flower arrangement in the kitchen

Why Right at Home is the Right Choice
July 09, 2024 Life Planning | Family & Loved Ones
Deciding on in-home care for yourself or a loved one is a big step. With so many options out there, it can be tough to know where to start. We're happy to explain why Right at Home Northwest Oklahoma City is the Right Choice.
A female caregiver is helping a senior female retrieve pills from a pill box, while the senior female is sitting down in a chair. A female caregiver is helping a senior female retrieve pills from a pill box, while the senior female is sitting down in a chair.

Dementia Home Safety
June 25, 2024 Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Support | Life Planning | Caregiving
When someone is diagnosed with dementia, certain home modifications can help prevent injuries. Right at Home Northwest Oklahoma City provides tips to make home a safer place for a senior with dementia.
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Veteran Client Joins Fellow Oklahoma World War II Centenarians
June 14, 2024 Health & Safety
With 304 years of living and life experiences combined, Choc Charleston – 100 years and rocking it every day!, Dewey Muirhead – 101 years and many more to come!, and Stephen McGilberry – 103 years and loving life! all came together for a day of remembrance, celebration, and love.
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