Aging is actually more physiological than chronological. It’s the reason why some 50-year-old people look to be in their 70s. And yet, a 70-year-old can look younger and have a higher quality of life. There are seven critical factors that promote healthy aging. We’ll discuss those in this article. And then we will focus on body weight and muscle mass…
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is not fatal and no two people with Parkinson’s Disease (PWPD) are alike. While movement can be compromised, PD offers you many opportunities to be creative in carrying on with your daily routine to maintain your quality of life. If you or your loved ones need help, Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac provides services to clients in…
Steve L.: Good morning. My name is Steve Lorberbaum. I'm the owner of Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac, and welcome to What's your plan? Today, we are incredibly fortunate to have Odile Brunetto, who's the Chief of the Aging and Disability Services, to talk to us today about the hot topics that are going on in Montgomery County that impact…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRS1Eihi4hQ Patricia Dubroof: Okay, well, it's three o'clock. So it's another great day for a Book Chat. I'd like to welcome all of you to Assisting Hands Home Care's monthly Book Chat. And I'm your host, Patricia Dubroff. I'm glad you all could join us for this informal half-hour of learning. And I think, in this case, it's going to…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEqQD-_MlO8&t=6s The All-Important Warning Signs of a Stroke Erin McKittrick: Hello, Bethesda. I'm Erin McKittrick, Director of Nursing for Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac. We are a proud member of The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce. I'm here today to share with you all of the important warning signs for a stroke. If you even think you're having a stroke,…
If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), it’s important to watch what you eat and drink. That’s because your kidneys can’t remove waste products from your body the way they should. A kidney-friendly diet can help you stay healthier longer. What’s a Kidney-Friendly Diet? A major function of the kidneys is to get rid of waste and extra fluid from…
In this article from the National Kidney Foundation, we learn that 50% of seniors over 75 are believed to have kidney disease. Learn the facts. Kidney disease can develop at any time, but those over the age of 60 are more likely than not to develop kidney disease. As people age, so do their kidneys. According to recent estimates from…
According to researchers at Johns Hopkins University, it’s estimated that 50% of seniors over 75 are believed to have kidney disease. High blood pressure, diabetes or a family history of kidney failure are some of the factors that put one in three American at an increased risk of kidney failure. Learn more about the disease, symptoms, diagnosis, management, treatment prevention…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPscq_VRtPk Steve Lorberbaum: Well, good morning, everyone. Thank you for joining this month's edition of What's Your Plan? My name is Steve Lorberbaum, I'm the owner of Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac. We provide aids in people's homes, all around Montgomery County, parts of PG County, and Fairfax County, Virginia. And I'm excited today to have Leah Nickaman with us.…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyVjlZ1Ipy0&t=1s Patricia Dubroof: Hello. Welcome to Assisting Hands Home Care's Book Chat with your host, me, Patricia Dubroof. I am so glad you all can join us today for this informal half-hour chat of learning and enjoyment. Assisting Hands provides meaningful caregiving support to our families in Montgomery County, Maryland, and Fairfax County, Virginia. And as director of community relations…
