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Epilepsy Awareness: What You Should Know

Epilepsy Awareness_ What You Should Know

National Epilepsy Month happens in November every year. However, at Angels On Call, we aim to keep you educated and informed on any issues that may affect you or your loved ones all throughout the yea...

Top Christmas Presents for All Types of Seniors

A senior woman in wheelchair with a health visitor at home at Christmas time.

Enjoy the holidays this winter with gifts your seniors will adore. It’s not always easy getting past the generational gap and finding presents your elderly parents will actually enjoy. But not to worr...

Why Elderly People Fall and What You Can Do About It

Senior women on a walk in autumn nature.

Why do elderly people fall? There are a few reasons for this. The simplest, is that as we get older our eyesight and hand eye coordination tends to weaken. As well as muscles that help us move gracefu...

Dealing with Chronic Pain in Seniors: A Common Phenomenon

Providing care for elderly

Let’s just say it outright: There is absolutely no shame in having chronic pain. In fact, as we age, it’s pretty common to develop chronic pains. Seniors and elderly can develop chronic pain in forms ...

Making Time to Exercise: Tips and Tricks for Seniors

Elder people on yoga class in the park

Stick to a schedule We humans love routine. So, if you find yourself having trouble getting around to exercising, the solution is making it a part of your weekly routine. If you set specific times wit...

Ultimate Summer Safety Tips for Seniors Checklist!

Senior friends enjoying the beach in the summertime

Summer is our time to soak up the sun and rejuvenate in the fresh air. It’s when we get to go outside, relax, find new hobbies, and spend a little me-time. But that doesn’t mean it comes without it’s ...

Life Hack: Caregivers Need Exercise Too

Woman helping elderly man with cane

Ever notice how in the case of an airplane emergency, you are always supposed to place the oxygen mask on yourself first and then help those around you? (If you haven’t, take note now!) Well, ...

Healing Dementia With Music Therapy

Sick senior woman with headphones lying in bed at home or in hospital.

Have you ever listened to a song and found your foot instinctively tapping? Or your voice subconsciously humming? Music is a powerful language. It reaches down into your subconscious, your soul, and p...

Caregiving Tips: How To Ask For Help

Taking care of woman

Being a caregiver is a wonderful thing. It’s a role in life where you get to give back and support your elderly family and friends in need. But, that awesome feeling of helping a loved one can come wi...