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Get the Compassionate Home Care in Costa Mesa Seniors Need

At CareWorks Health Services, we work hard to build compassionate, genuine relationships with the people we care for, and we deliver services with respect and dignity in mind. These are just a few of the reasons why we’ve built such a strong reputation in Costa Mesa for stellar home care services that keep older adults […]

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How to Help Someone with Dementia Through Maintaining Daily Routines

Have you ever awoken from a dream feeling completely disoriented? The dream seemed so real, and it takes a few minutes to regain your bearings. For someone with dementia, this confusion is part of everyday life. Our goal in caring for someone with dementia is to help provide as much stability as possible, and one […]

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Tips for Easing Restlessness in Dementia

Pacing. Fidgeting. Wandering. When you begin to notice these clues in a person with dementia, it is time to take action before they intensify to agitation, aggression, or leaving the house. But figuring out why the individual is feeling restless is sometimes half the battle. To begin with, ask yourself the following questions when observing restlessness […]

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Taking Care of Someone With Dementia? These Resolutions Are for You.

People around you may be resolving to lose ten pounds, exercise more, and eat healthier, but as a family caregiver taking care of someone with dementia, just getting through the day can be challenging enough. The very thought of working to improve upon any part of your life in this unsettling time can be overwhelming. […]

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Coping With Sundown Syndrome

Sundown syndrome—also called sundowning or sunsetting—is a behavior common in people with Alzheimer’s disease. It describes the episodes of confusion, anxiety, agitation, or disorientation that often occur at dusk and into the evening hours. The episodes may last a few hours or throughout the night. Suggestions for Helping a Loved One With Sundown Syndrome Sundown […]

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Expert Home Care in Irvine

When it comes to home care in Irvine, CareWorks Health Services is the home care agency that families prefer. Our personalized care plans ensure that every individual we care for gets their specific care needs met, and we update care plans as needed so that our services are always best suited for the seniors we […]

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Compassionate Home Care in Anaheim

CareWorks Health Services is honored to provide compassionate home care in Anaheim and the surrounding communities that allows older adults to remain in the comfort of home. With personalized services designed to meet the unique needs of each client, our professional caregivers provide a variety of services from warm and friendly companionship to specialized dementia […]

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Strengthen These Attributes to Be a Better Aging Care Advocate for Elderly Parents

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Serving as an aging care advocate for an older adult you love is perhaps one of the greatest honors – and responsibilities – you will have as a family caregiver. It means fully […]

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Geriatricians Provide Specialized Health Care for Seniors

If your young child developed a high fever, who would you call? It’s a no-brainer; many parents have the number on speed dial for the pediatrician they have carefully selected to oversee the medical care needs of their children. With their specialized training, working with a trustworthy pediatrician ensures the best possible care. Likewise, selecting […]

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Tips to More Effectively Communicate About Your COPD Diagnosis

It began with those in your inner circle, and it has gradually been spreading outward to close friends and acquaintances. Sharing your COPD diagnosis and knowing how to reply to the many questions that arise about it can be uncomfortable – for you, and for those you are speaking with as well. Interestingly, you could find […]

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How to Respond Safely to Dementia Aggression Using the 6 R’s

Of the many challenging behaviors common in Alzheimer’s, dementia aggression is probably the most difficult to manage. A senior loved one who has always been mild-mannered can abruptly lash out in outbursts that are truly intimidating: hitting, cursing, kicking, yelling, biting, or throwing objects. How can you, as a family caregiver, safely help restore a feeling […]