October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day, a good yearly reminder that bone health deserves as much attention as heart health or blood pressure. Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle, and it affects millions of older adults, often without any warning signs. The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation is clear […]
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Blue Water Homecare Partners with PocketRN to Bring No-Cost In-Home Respite Care to Eligible Dementia Caregivers in Central Texas
Blue Water Homecare, a nurse-led home care provider serving Austin and Central Texas, has partnered with PocketRN, a participant in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model. Through the partnership, Blue Water Homecare will provide in-home respite care to eligible people enrolled in PocketRN’s GUIDE program, giving […]
Practical Flu Season Tips for Seniors and Caregivers
Cooler mornings are finally showing up around Central Texas, and along with pumpkin spice and shorter days, that change of weather means flu season is on its way. For seniors, a case of the flu is not just a few uncomfortable days on the couch. According to the CDC, adults 65 and older face a […]
Healthy Aging Month: Small Daily Habits That Support Independence at Home
September is Healthy Aging Month, a reminder that growing older does not have to mean giving up independence. For many seniors in Central Texas, staying in the home they love is a top priority, and the good news is that a few consistent daily habits can go a long way toward making that possible. Prioritize […]
World Alzheimer’s Month: Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time set aside to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia and to support the families who care for loved ones living with memory loss. In Central Texas alone, thousands of families are navigating this journey, and more than 80% of seniors living with dementia are […]
Managing Parkinson’s Symptoms During Extreme Heat
Central Texas summers often push triple-digit temperatures for weeks at a time, and that kind of heat can affect more than just comfort for someone living with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s can interfere with the body’s ability to regulate temperature, which means heat can make motor and non-motor symptoms more pronounced. Understanding why this happens and […]
Caregiver Burnout: 5 Signs It’s Time to Ask for Help
Between extra doctor’s visits, heat safety worries and the everyday demands of caregiving, summer can be a difficult time for caregivers in and around Central Texas. It can be all too easy to keep pushing through without noticing how tired you’ve really become. This time of year can also be a great time to pause […]
How to Talk to Your Parent About Starting Home Care
For many families, deciding it’s time to bring in extra support for an aging parent is only half the challenge. The other half is figuring out how to bring up the topic in a way that feels respectful, caring and not overwhelming. At Blue Water Homecare and Hospice, we’ve guided countless families through this conversation, […]