James Bennett, Author at Upstate Home Care Solutions

Discounts Your Aging Relative is Entitled To

By James Bennett | June 6, 2019

Caregiver Duncan SC-Getting older comes with the perk of being eligible for lots of different kinds of discounts, some of which caregivers may be unaware of. Here are some discounts available to senior citizens.

Measles and Your Mom – Does She Need to Be Vaccinated?

By James Bennett | May 23, 2019

Homecare Taylors SC-By the end of April, there were more than 700 confirmed cases of measles in the U.S. This is the highest level in 25 years. Should your mom get a booster?

Elderly Parents Need an Emergency Plan for Natural Disasters

By James Bennett | May 9, 2019

Elderly Care Greer SC-Elderly adults are especially vulnerable during a natural disaster, and it’s important for family caregivers and elderly care providers to have a plan and know what to do in the event of an emergency.

Five Questions to Ask When Interviewing Senior Care Agencies

By James Bennett | April 17, 2019

Senior Care Simpsonville SC-If you ask the right questions, you’ll end up with a caregiver who becomes a vital part of your family. Here are the questions you need to ask.

Five Tips for Finding Positives in the World of Alzheimer’s

By James Bennett | April 2, 2019

Home Health Care in Spartanburg SC: Alzheimer's Depression

Home Health Care in Spartanburg SC: When a parent has Alzheimer’s, it’s easy to feel down. Alzheimer’s patients are often depressed and even despondent.

What Can Your Senior Do if She’s Worried about Her Memory?

By James Bennett | March 21, 2019

Home Care in Greer SC: Memory problems, even small ones, can be scary. Here’s how your senior can respond to them.

Fixing Caregiver Loneliness

By James Bennett | March 7, 2019

Home Care in Greenville SC: Caregiver Loneliness

Home Care in Greenville SC: Loneliness as a caregiver is difficult because you’re also extremely busy. Here’s what you can do.

Types of Thyroid Disease in Seniors

By James Bennett | February 20, 2019

Elderly Care in Mauldin SC: Thyroid Disease

Elderly Care in Mauldin SC: There are two variations of thyroid disease—hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. With hyperthyroidism, the thyroid produces an abundance of hormones.