Preparing for Hurricane Season Hurricane season is here, and we must be vigilant in preparing ourselves for what is expected to be busier than normal hurricane season. This year the U.S. National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts 13-20 named storms, including 3-5 major hurricanes with 111 mph winds and above. Below is a [...]
How Often Should You Review Your Will? A good rule of thumb is to review important legal documents every three to five years. A will review is also recommended in the following scenarios: Upon the birth or adoption of a child, grandchild or another family member Following a marriage or divorce When someone named [...]
How to Know if your Aging Parent Needs Help at Home How will you know when your aging parents need help at home? One thing is certain: your parents are not likely to be the ones who tell you they need a helping hand! Admitting the need for help and accepting assistance are not [...]
Why Is a Healthy Lifestyle So Important, Especially In Old Age? We are living longer and longer these days. There is a connection between a healthy lifestyle, both physically and mentally, to ensure life quality. There are various ways to improve your health through a nutritious diet, exercise and more, even well into old [...]
Laughter… it keeps you young! What's so funny about getting old? Aging is an issue that creates dissonance in most of us. Popular humor in birthday cards tells us that the passing of another year means we are getting wrinkly, unattractive, and incontinent. It's so important to laugh at ourselves and the inevitable. A [...]
Early Warning Signs that an In-Home Caregiver is Needed Several early warning signs can help you determine whether or not an in-home caregiver is needed for your parent or loved one. Take note of any of the following behaviors: Falls: Are you or your loved one having more falls in the home? Accidents such as [...]
Crisis Management By Jaimee Friedlander Crises come in all shapes and sizes and we will all experience one at some point in our life. As we age or help care for aging loved ones, we will inevitably face an unexpected crisis. This can result from an illness like a stroke, an injury like a [...]
Celebrating the Holidays During COVID-19 with Your Senior Juggling the needs of seniors during the holidays can be tough, especially as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens. Try and do what you can to help your aging loved one feel involved and get into the holiday spirit without creating stress for yourself or risking anyone’s health. [...]
Delve into the importance of long-term care planning for you or your elderly loved ones.
Discover when it's time to consider guardianship for an aging parent.
At Platinum Select Care, we are dedicated to preserving the time-honored skills of old-fashioned nursing care. We refer premium home care caregivers perfect for your parent or loved one.
Serving Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Palm Beach, Lake Worth, and Delray Beach.
NR #30212554
© 2024 | Platinum Select Care | All Rights Reserved