Onyx Home Care is a proud member of the HCAF is the Home Care Association of Florida. Below are emergency preparedness resources put together by HCAF. It is critical to start preparing for Hurricane Dorian, now! The storm has been upgraded to a category 3 or greater located somewhere along the Florida East Coast and [...]
During a hurricane, the elderly are especially vulnerable. Seniors are more likely to experience diminished awareness, health problems, access and functional needs and various other limitations. When possible, seniors should find shelter with a family or caregiver. If you are an OHC patient, please let us know if you will be alone during the storm. [...]
Technology is making it easier to track health and wellbeing with wearable tech! Wearable tech can be a game changer for seniors managing health issues or family caregivers wanting to ensure their loved one is keeping up with their health. Wearable tech can monitor blood pressure, heart health, posture, and soon even hydration! Some seniors [...]
NEAT stands for non-exercise activity thermogenesis. Essentially, NEAT is everything we do that is not sleeping, eating, or sports-like exercise. The Mayo Clinic reports that NEAT plays a very important role in overall health. NEAT plays such a large role, that Mayo believes it may help explain the obesity epidemic. Experts recommend the following strategies [...]
Staying strong as a caregiver can feel impossible. Whether you are a full time or part time caregiver, the process is both physically and emotionally draining. We gathered tips from different caregivers and put together the top ten ideas for you to consider. 1) Attend Caregiver Support Group Caregiver support groups can offer you affirmation, [...]
According to the Mayo Clinic, as we age our thirst senses become less acute and our body's fluid reserve becomes smaller. These issues are then compounded by diabetes, dementia, and certain medications. From 1999-2009, roughly 40 percent of all heat-related deaths in the U.S. were adults over 65 years old. It is critical for caregivers [...]
Beat the heat and stay active this summer with our short list of simple indoor and outdoor activities. Reconnecting with hobbies and creating new routines are sure ways to increase overall health and happiness. It is easy for seniors to get into a rut and stay indoors. Take advantage of cool mornings, free local activities, [...]
Many seniors experience the winter blues. Spring is the perfect time for older adults to get outdoors and brush off feelings of loneliness or depression. Too often, caregivers can get wrapped up in a routine that doesn’t include an older adult’s mental health. Fresh air, physical activity, and time with others is a great prescription [...]
The changes that come with aging require flexibility openness to change, and acceptance of a new way of life. Change is difficult. We encourage families and seniors to take a non-judgmental approach to the natural changes our bodies go through. It is essential that the activities of daily living are met efficiently and safely. Our [...]
Family members often flood seniors’ homes during the holidays. There is hustle, bustle and reminiscing for a few weeks in December. Unfortunately, once visitors return to their busy schedules or fly off to their homes, seniors are left feeling lonely. November through January can be a tough time for older adults. An empty home after [...]
