Written by Aqua Home Care | Health Care Services Blog

Floridians peering out from their windows this morning are finding frost-tipped blades of grass and windshields thinly layered with the same. One step outside and the sight of breath from each exhale drifts and dissipates into the cool air. A wintry chill moves through…

They are seemingly simple tasks, perhaps easily taken for granted, yet these moments help us through each day. Every time we fasten the buttons on our clothing, tie the laces on our shoes, grasp the coffee mug handle, turn the doorknob to enter or…

There is much that lies within the real of the unknown. In life, not every twist and turn, positive or otherwise, can be anticipated. While there are some life events that can be planned and planned for, there are still many happenings that crop…

Tis the season when many bask in holiday excitement, the arrival of relatives and loved ones from afar, and the cooling of temperatures that add to the feeling of seasonal joy. It is also the season, however, when certain illnesses, such as the cold…

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and during this time communities, health organizations, caregivers and their families come together to share the most current information, support one another, raise awareness and raise funding for further research of this disease. Alzheimer’s is the most common form…

Visiting your doctor as recommended plays a key role in maintaining wellness. From scheduling visits, arranging your day and arriving on time, there is often a degree of planning involved. For those receiving daily living care to meet personal needs, this process may require…

The body depends on the nutrients, vitamins and, when necessary, medications it needs to stay well. Certain conditions may require specific medications in order for the body to function properly or to reduce unwanted symptoms. Taking each dose as prescribed and as directed by…

As we age, we begin to notice the subtle, and not so subtle, changes that come packaged with each passing year. From the tiny lines that appear on our faces to the lessening ability to move as quickly as we once did, change takes…

Entering a new life phase comes with its challenges. Such is the case when it concerns adjusting to new routines and other aspects of daily living. When certain conditions, health issues, injuries or age-related impacts begin to impede everyday life, making modifications is paramount….

Being a provider of daily living support to another requires a deep level of thought and understanding. Mindfulness of both the physical and emotional state helps to establish a more positive and effective care environment. Tending to someone’s everyday needs may appear almost mechanical,…

Spending time with those we love most helps to builds bonds, make memories and forge foundations. Days spent with loved ones eating home-cooked meals, sharing stories and celebrating life events are just a few ways to strengthen the ties that bind. When one member of…

Technology has become a central, and in some cases essential, part of everyday life over the last two decades. Many of us can still remember growing up without cellphones and other portable devices at our disposal such as laptops, tablets, smartwatches and more. Even…