by hillstonehealthcare | Oct 7, 2020 | Assisted Living, Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare
Right now, one of the largest generations in US history is entering its golden years. The Baby Boomers are becoming senior citizens. It’s not easy for a generation characterized by youth and innovation to accept this change. Luckily, there are several key ways...
by hillstonehealthcare | Oct 7, 2020 | Assisted Living, Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
The risks of developing health conditions like arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer tend to increase dramatically as old age sets in. The aging population in the United States and the world is growing exponentially. This means an increase in the number...
by hillstonehealthcare | Sep 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Aging is a tough process for everyone involved. The person who is aging likely does not want to lose their autonomy and is simultaneously feeling like they do not want to bug family members for help. Family members on the other hand want to help their elderly family...
by hillstonehealthcare | Sep 8, 2020 | Assisted Living, Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare
It is no secret that older adults are more at risk for illnesses including COVID-19. In fact, individuals who are over the age of 80 are 184 times more likely to die from COVID-19 if they contract it than younger people. Keeping these facts in mind, nursing homes all...
by hillstonehealthcare | Sep 8, 2020 | Assisted Living, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
The ultimate goal here being to talk about some of the best known nursing homes in the United States and create a valuable resource for people. America has a population that continues to age, and as they continue to get older, it would be helpful if they were to find...
by hillstonehealthcare | Aug 11, 2020 | Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
Addressing the health needs of the elderly can be a very rewarding and interesting field. Careers in elderly healthcare are available for all skill levels, and with a fastly aging population, there is plenty of job security. There are all sorts of careers available...
by hillstonehealthcare | Aug 11, 2020 | Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
By the year 2060, nearly 100 million Americans will be age 65 or older. That’s roughly equivalent to one-third of the entire U.S. population today. These are the people who make up the so-called Baby Boomer generation, those born between 1946 and 1964. These huge...
by hillstonehealthcare | Aug 5, 2020 | Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
Nursing homes are a part of the American fabric of health care for many patients and their families. A nursing home is a residential facility where individuals get the care they need but aren’t able to receive at home. In addition to medical care, nursing homes also...
by hillstonehealthcare | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
As the life expectancy for Americans grows longer and longer, nursing homes, hospice facilities, and in-home caretakers are playing more prominent roles in caring for our country’s elderly population. These days, senior citizens are suffering from a complex...
by hillstonehealthcare | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog, Elderly Care, Hillstone Healthcare, Nursing Homes
It is no secret that Coronavirus is affecting everyone in our society. Particularly at risk are those who are residing in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. There are a number of steps that should be taken by nursing home staff and residents to reduce the...
