Tips for Surviving the Holidays

Dec 12, 2014 | Tips

The holidays can be a difficult time for individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Often these feelings can be triggered by unrealistic expectations of what the holiday season is supposed to be. For the approximately 6 percent of Americans...

Home Safety and Dementia

Oct 31, 2014 | Caregivers, Tips

As an increasing number of families find themselves caring for loved ones suffering from dementia caused by Alzheimer’s and other diseases, it’s important for family caregivers to understand how to keep patients safe in their homes. Here are some helpful home safety...

The importance of stretching and flexibility for seniors

Jul 23, 2014 | Tips

The process of aging affects our bodies in many ways. Bones can lose density, joints can suffer from arthritis, and our muscles become shorter and lose some of their elasticity. To help keep your body as flexible and strong as possible as you age, it’s important to...

HIPAA at Home

Jun 13, 2014 | Tips

Most Americans may not be familiar with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) but chances are they know that their health records are increasingly being shared between healthcare providers such as their personal physicians, at-home...

Fluffy Comfy Caps

Jun 5, 2014 | Tips

Metropolitan Home Health brings smiles. Fluffy Comfy Caps Provide Warmth, Comfort and a Splash of Color. Metropolitan Home Health Services, Inc. donates its colorful handmade Fluffy Comfy Caps to facilities and organizations that help individuals who are undergoing...

Preventing Falls

May 5, 2014 | Tips

Every year, 2 million adults over the age of 65 are treated in emergency departments for injuries caused by a fall. Every year, one out of every three adults in this age bracket will suffer from a fall. With each additional decade of life, falling becomes more and...