Senior Safety

Senior Citizens and Medications

Friday, March 9th, 2012

It seems that the older we get, the more medications we’re on.  You may start with one medication, and then require a second medication to mange the side effects of that one, and then a third to manage the side effects of that one and the list grows longer and longer.  Combine that with the [...]

Carol Carbutti The Owner Of Comfort Keepers In Wallingford, CT Has Some Holiday Activities For Our Healthy Aging In-Home Elderly Senior Citizens and Their Family Caregivers

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

During the holidays, our elderly seniors often experience feelings of isolation and loneliness, so it is important to keep them active and involved. Family caregivers and homecare companions should try to include retired seniors in the family holiday preparations and activities. Cook a favorite meal together. Prepare a dish that your senior parent loved as [...]

Elderly Communication Between Caregivers And Clients Promotes Healthy Aging and Safety

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009

When we provide services to our seniors at their homes communication is our first step.  Here at Comfort Keepers we stress the importance of honest, respectful and open communication when interacting with our seniors.  When families of elderly seniors are looking for personal care and companionship we offer our willingness to truely listen.  Our caregivers [...]