Traveling on vacation with aging parents can be difficult. But it’s important for families to remember that taking a senior loved one along creates memories for the entire family. Planning ahead is key to having a successful, smooth vacation that everyone will enjoy. Blue Water Homecare Founder and COO Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP recently […]
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Blue Water Homecare Celebrates National CNA Week
Our work at Blue Water Homecare dedicated to serving the needs of seniors and their families is enriched immensely by the support of outside certified nursing assistant (CNAs) caregivers. For this, we celebrate and salute them and all that they do June 16-22 for National Certified Nursing Assistants Week. This year’s theme for their recognition […]
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5 Tips for Staying Active Inside When It’s Cold Outside
We get our fair share of cold weather in the winter. And oftentimes, these cooler temps can make it hard to get outside and get moving. Experts have been saying this for decades – movement and regular exercise can reduce your risk for chronic health conditions, strengthen balance (which is important for seniors), and boost […]
Read MoreIs holiday travel possible with dementia? (Answer: YES)
Many people are eager to hit the road this holiday season or fly the friendly skies now that the constraints of last year’s pandemic have loosened. For those families traveling with a loved one who is affected by dementia, or memory loss, there are special precautions that you can take to ensure a safe and […]
Read MoreChoosing In-home Care for Your Parents: The 20 Most Important Questions
According to the US Census Bureau, the number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to almost double from 52 million in 2018 to 95 million by 2060. Additionally, the 65-and-older age group’s share of the total population will rise from 16 percent to 23 percent. Planning for care as we age can be […]
Read MoreReal Life of a Family and Professional Caregiver
Carmen Davailus of Caremen’s Legacy Productions and Doggies for Dementia interview Blue Water’s own Jennifer Prescott about senior care and how pets affect positively those afflicted with dementia. Doggies for dementia Foundation is a non-profit thats primary focus is to drive awareness towards dementia. They uniquely do this by capturing candid photos of those affected […]
Read MoreIn-Home Care During a Pandemic
Nancy is 85 years old and has advanced dementia. She lives with her husband John in Sun City, Texas, and is unable to care for herself. For the past year, Nancy has relied completely on the care provided by her husband and in-home care professionals. In early March we received a call at the office […]
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