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Understanding In-Home Care

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As our loved ones age, making sure they receive the best care possible becomes a top priority. For many families, in-home care offers the best solution by providing personalized and professional assistance in the comfort of one’s home. At LifeWorx, our services include 24-hour care, companion care…
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Discover the Advantages of Round-the-Clock Care

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As we age, the need for assistance often increases, making 24/7 care an essential consideration. Whether a result of mobility issues, cognitive function, chronic illness, or personal preferences, round-the-clock care offers peace of mind for families while enhancing the overall well-being of the elderly…
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Home Care Excellence – Vida A.

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For nearly two decades, Vida has worked one-on-one with many clients, providing medical support and assistance with love and understanding. Her journey began in 2008 when she completed her Home Health Aide training course and certification. Since then, she has constantly displayed an exceptional level…
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A healthcare professional shows an elderly woman an incontinence product in a doctor's office.
Aug 25, 2025 • Articles • 5 Min Read

Incontinence Care in The Elderly 

Incontinence is a common issue in older adults caused by a variety of factors, including age-related changes, medical conditions, and side effects. Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of bladder and bowel control, which can significantly impact daily activities and cause emotional distress. However…

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Aug 19, 2025 • Articles • 8 Min Read

Caring for Elderly Parents

Caring for our elderly parents is one of the most personal and complex challenges we face. For some, it happens suddenly after a health crisis. Others may notice small changes in memory or mood that are easy to overlook at first.  Whatever the path, caregiving asks us to balance emotional, practical…

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Aug 13, 2025 • Articles • 5 Min Read

How to Understand Your Long-Term Care Insurance Policy 

For many individuals and families, interpreting a policy’s language, benefit details, and requirements can feel overwhelming. At LifeWorx, we guide clients through this process every day. Here is a breakdown to help you make sense of your coverage and how to get the most from it.   Step 1: Locate…

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Aug 7, 2025 • Articles • 3 Min Read

Home Care Excellence – Rama D.

Originally from Senegal, West Africa, Rama has called the United States home for over 30 years. During that time, she raised two children, a son who now serves with the NYPD and a daughter working as a lab technician at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where Rama herself worked for 12 years. Rama’s…

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Aug 4, 2025 • Alzheimer’s & Dementia • 4 Min Read

Activities for Seniors With Dementia

Caring for a senior with dementia requires patience, compassion, and a little creativity. As the disease progresses, what works one day may not work the next. The key is to focus on what brings them comfort and connection in the moment instead of worrying about achievements or structure. Our caregivers…

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Jul 21, 2025 • Articles • 3 Min Read

What Are Bedsores and How Can You Prevent Them?

Bedsores are a serious but preventable complication. When someone becomes bedridden due to chronic illness, aging, recovery from surgery, or a disability, their risk for developing bedsores increases significantly. For caregivers, family members, and patients, understanding bedsore prevention is an essential…

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Jul 15, 2025 • Articles • 3 Min Read

How to Simplify Medication Management for Seniors

For seniors, medication management is critical for maintaining their health, managing chronic conditions, and preventing complications. However, managing multiple prescriptions, dosage schedules, and potential interactions can be overwhelming, especially for individuals with memory issues or those adjusting…

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Jul 10, 2025 • Articles • 6 Min Read

Why LTC Insurance Works Better With an Agency

When your loved one needs care, the last thing you want to do is work through insurance paperwork, confusing claim requirements, or delayed reimbursements. Many families turn to independent caregivers thinking it’ll be simpler or less expensive than working with a home care agency. What they don’t…

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Jul 3, 2025 • Articles • 3 Min Read

Home Care Excellence – Nadia S.

Nadia never planned on becoming a caregiver. When she moved to the United States at the age of 17, caregiving was simply the first job that came her way. For many, this would’ve been an overwhelming introduction to a new country and profession, but for Nadia, it felt natural. She started out as a live-in…

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Jun 26, 2025 • Alzheimer’s & Dementia • 4 Min Read

Sundowning & Dementia: What It Is and How to Help

What is sundowning?  If you have a loved one with dementia, you may have noticed fluctuations in their mood and behavior throughout the day. If these symptoms worsen in the late afternoon and evening, your loved one may be experiencing “sundowning,” a common occurrence also known as “sundowner’s…

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Jun 12, 2025 • Alzheimer’s & Dementia • 5 Min Read

How to Talk to Someone with Dementia

Dementia is more than just memory loss. As dementia progresses, a person’s ability to think, reason, and communicate is affected, making conversations difficult. Recognizing these challenges allows family members and caregivers to adjust their approach, ensuring supportive and meaningful interactions…

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May 29, 2025 • Alzheimer’s & Dementia • 4 Min Read

Frontotemporal Dementia: Causes & Symptoms

What is frontotemporal dementia?  Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is an umbrella term for a group of disorders characterized by progressive damage to the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes. These areas of the brain are responsible for higher-level cognitive functions as well as auditory and visual…

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May 23, 2025 • Articles • 6 Min Read

Choosing the Right Long-Term Care Option

Long-term home care is emerging as a preferred alternative to institutional care settings like assisted living facilities. Aging in place can provide emotional, physical, and psychological benefits when approached with careful planning and consideration. In-home care compared to assisted living facilities Long-term…

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May 1, 2025 • Alzheimer’s & Dementia • 9 Min Read

Recognizing the Early Signs of Dementia

Dementia is a progressive condition that affects memory, cognition, and behavior, often beginning with minor changes that can be difficult to recognize. Identifying these early warning signs is important, as early diagnosis allows for better treatment options.   Jess Letizia, Chief Operating Officer…

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Apr 16, 2025 • Articles • 5 Min Read

How to Recognize and Manage Caregiver Burnout

Taking care of someone you love is an incredible act of kindness, but let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. As a home care agency with over 20 years of experience connecting families with compassionate caregivers, we understand the challenges that come with caregiving. Caregiver burnout is a…

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Apr 9, 2025 • Articles • 4 Min Read

Elderly Fall Prevention 

The elderly population faces a heightened risk of falls, which can result from various factors. These include decreased muscle strength, reduced mobility, impaired vision, medication side effects, and environmental hazards. To effectively prevent falls, it’s crucial to identify and understand the physical…

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