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Shedding Light on Sundowning

Sunsets are a sight to behold for others because they bring us a sense of peace. However, for senior citizens suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, this time of day might be tough. Sundowning is not a sickness, but rather a collection of symptoms tha...

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Bathing and Toileting Safety Tips for Seniors

With poor balance, vision, and mobility, our elderly relatives are at risk of falling. And the bathroom is the most unsafe room in the house. At Hastings Homecare Corp., a provider of home care services in Pasadena, California, we have these five sim...

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Respite Care: A Much Needed Break for Family Caregivers

Family members are considered as the first and primary caregivers of their aged parents, disabled or sick loved ones. Although caring for your parents in their twilight years is rewarding, long-term caregiving can often result to a negative effect on...

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Post-Surgery Care for Seniors

Recovery and rehabilitation are needed after a surgery, whether it is a minor or major one. However, this can be challenging for older adults as their bodies heal at a slower rate and are at risk of higher complications or infections. Thus, having an...

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Practical Tips in Caring for Your Seniors with Dementia

It is never easy to take care of a senior loved one, especially if they have been diagnosed with dementia. However, as a provider of home care services in Pasadena, California ourselves at Hastings Homecare Corp., we know that while difficult, there ...

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Consider a Personal Care Services Provider for Your Elderlies

Bathing, grooming, and using the toilet, among other personal care routines are activities that are part of our daily lives and something that we do not usually think about. However, for our elderly loved ones, these tasks can be difficult and can ev...

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