This is our last article this month to raise awareness for National Glaucoma Month. Many people do not know that glaucoma can also strike children and can be a congenital birth defect that may be inherited. Please read on to learn more about the signs to look for in your children or grandchildren. Childhood Glaucoma Source: http://www.glaucoma.org/glaucoma/childhood-glaucoma-1.php Childhood glaucoma —…
Jan 20th at 12 Noon is the Inauguration of our 45th President! If you get glaucoma you will miss this historic ceremony and many others. So, this blog will talk about risk factors of glaucoma and important prevention tips. Please read on to learn more about this very sneaky disease that steals sight without warning and requires special testing to…
A positive way to start the New Year is to get your eyes examined if you are over 60. Did you know Glaucoma is a preventable disease!? So, please consider taking an action step this January 2017 to protect your eyesight. Please read on to learn more about prevention. If you do have glaucoma and find you need homecare assistance,…
Greetings and Happy New Year from all of us at Assisting Hands of Potomac. We had an amazing year in 2016 and we look forward to being of service to you in 2017! Did you know over 50% of the population makes New Year’s resolutions? Are you still thinking about yours? If so, see the five suggested choices below that…
We at Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac wish a Happy New Year to all our very special clients! The years are short and so is life! Love dearly, forgive quickly, make fun heartily and smile gloriously in 2017! Happy New Year Wishes to All!
Holiday Wishes this season from our Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac family to yours! This season may you be blessed with laughter, peace and love!
Discussing health, housing or finances with an aging parent can be intimidating to everyone involved. These experts can guide you through these important topics with your aging loved ones to make the conversations as comfortable and productive as possible. Must-Have Talks with Parents This Holiday 5 Must-Have Talks with Parents This Holiday posted by Dana Larsen Source: http://www.aplaceformom.com/blog/12-10-15-must-have-talks-with-parents-this-holiday/ Going…
We hope you enjoyed a safe and happy Thanksgiving with your family & friends. All of us at Assisting Hands of Potomac are grateful for YOU, our dear readers. We are also grateful for the caregivers we employ and the families that allow us the privilege of helping them care for their loved ones. Thanks to you all. Steve &…
First, I want to thank all our Veterans out there for their service. We salute you on November 11th, Veterans Day! Next, this is also National Alzheimer’s Awareness month. Did you know Thanksgiving is the most traveled Holiday of the year? Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s and planning to travel and visit family and friends this…
Verubecestat Promises Alzheimer's Hope On November 2, 2016, Science Translational Medicine published an important study about a promising new drug for Alzheimer's Disease. The drug name is Verubecestat and it is produced by Merck Research Laboratories. The drug is now in Phase 3 trials, and the company expects results to be available in late 2017. While Verubecestat will not be…
