Touching Hearts at Home Blog

adapted from an article by Sheri & Bob Stritof What is the Sandwich Generation? It is a demanding time when a couple or an individual is still dealing with parenting issues, thinking about their own retirement, and…

For constipation prevention: ensure adequate fluids (Plum Start, prune juice–if tolerated); offer increased fibers (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, Fiber-One bars, Prune Bran recipe includes–Box of All Bran Cereal, 4 cups of Prune Juice, 1 Tablespoon…

All of our body parts, organs, and cells need adequate blood supplies which is how oxygen is carried to sustain life.  An easy way to check for adequate circulation to extremities (arms & legs) is…

What are the signs that death is approaching? What can the caregiver do to make the client comfortable? Certain signs and symptoms can help a caregiver anticipate when death is near. They are described below,…

You already know that obvious symptoms, such as chest pain and severe abdominal pain, require immediate medical attention. But the not-so-obvious symptoms may leave you wondering whether you need to seek care. Here’s a list…