Grief Support in Senior Care
Losing a loved one is never easy. Experienced senior care providers are trained in helping families prepare for and cope with the end-of-life process of the ones closest to them. Grief is very much a part of the work we do at Queen City Elder Care. Here are a few tips we’ve learned along the…
Read MoreSenior Driving Safety Tips
Did you know that Ohio is one of the top 20 most dangerous states for seniors to drive? And, the state does not have stricter driving rules for those age 65 and older. It is important to continually evaluate your driving skills. Here are a few of our tips! Communicate: Start by having an open…
Read MoreSenior Vacation Tips
Should I stay or should I go? That’s a common question that plagues senior citizens at the height of travel season. With so many unknowns that come along with traveling these days, planning a trip can be daunting. Whether you plan on flying across the country, cruising to an exotic locale or taking a…
Read MoreBeware of Summer Scams That Target Seniors
Senior scams can happen any time of year. But there are some particular scams that happen more frequently in the summer months. We here at Queen City Elder Care want to spread awareness of these senior scams so you or your loved ones can avoid them! IRS Scam: You might receive a call from the…
Read MoreReversing Heart Disease
With American Heart Month happening every February, Queen City Elder Care is dedicated in spreading awareness and offering helpful tips on how to reduce your chances of getting heart disease or even reverses it. We are offering a new way to approach your heart health. Based on the research in The Ageless Heart Manual by…
Read MoreHoliday Gift Guide for Elderly Parents
Who wouldn’t want to make their parent’s life at least a little bit easier? Here at Queen City Elder Care, we know that there are certain challenges aging seniors face on a daily basis. So we’ve rounded up a list of items that may alleviate some of those challenges. Check out our great gift…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Disease Needs Your Attention
The recent Newsweek article titled “Alzheimer’s Is Expensive, Deadly and Growing. So Where’s the Research Money?” perfectly sums up the crisis that is going on in America. Alzheimer’s research is extremely underfunded and the disease is growing by leaps and bounds. The article states that by the year 2025, the number of people age 65…
Read MoreShould I See a Rheumatologist?
According to The National Academy of Aging Society, almost half of all elderly people have arthritis, and the elderly population is the fastest-growing segment in the U.S. Projections indicate that by 2020, almost 60 million people, or about 20 percent of the population, will have arthritis. There are over 100 rheumatic diseases under the umbrella…
Read MoreWhat is the Brain Pacemaker?
A brain pacemaker is a medical device typically implanted into the brain and it is used to treat diseases such as Parkinson’s, epilepsy and severe depression. The pacemaker works by sending electrical signals into tissue to create a deep brain stimulation. The brain pacemaker is a revolutionary device in the world of Parkinson’s disease. It can…
Read MoreNew Alzheimer’s Study Provides Important Stats for Women
According to a new report from the American Alzheimer’s Association, there are nearly 5 million people living with Alzheimer’s disease. A number that is expected to triple by 2050. It’s also alarming to note that out of the 5 million people, 3.2 million are women. That is one out of every six women over the…
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