It’s the most wonderful time of year! The weather is cooling down, charity and kinship hang heavy in the air and there are endless holiday activities to participate in. At Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Centers, we bring holiday cheer to our clients every day by providing fun holiday activities for seniors with disabilities. There is…
If you have a disabled family member, the most important gift you can give them is the gift of independence. Everything from getting dressed, eating meals, bathing, and daily activities can be difficult for the disabled to accomplish without assistance. While shopping for your special family member this holiday season, remember to keep the fun…
Brain injuries caused by a stroke can leave a family member physically and/ or mentally disabled. These unexpected incidents can come with troublesome consequences for victims and their families. Although strokes are most commonly associated with seniors 65 and older, they can occur at any age. There are three common types of stroke: ischemic, the…
One of our favorite quotes from William Shakespeare states, “Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them.” Those who care for their disabled loved ones are achieving greatness every day. The role of caregiver is demanding and often comes without breaks. However, caring…
Remember that time you felt so overwhelmed by all your responsibilities you wondered how you were going to handle it all? You got through it, but just because you can handle it all on your own doesn’t mean you have to. Las Vegas special needs organizations not only provide a valuable resource for disabled loved…
As the year comes to an end, you’re probably considering resolutions for 2017. For those of you caring for a disabled spouse or family member, consider the resolution of taking time for yourself by transitioning to an adult day care center. If you’ve been caring for your spouse or loved one for a long time,…
There is no right or wrong way to be a loving caregiver to your disabled or aging loved ones. If you’re feeling alone in your emotions and role as a caregiver, take some time this season to cuddle up by a fire and pop open one of these caregiver support books. The following books about…
Do you know what disability awareness means? Historically, the phrase was associated with being knowledgeable of others’ disabilities, but knowledge without action is no longer enough. The disability awareness definition is to educate the public of laws and policies regarding disabled persons, which protect them from discrimination. While you’re marking important dates on your…
Are you a caregiver whose New Year’s resolution was to spend a little more time focusing on yourself? If so, you’ve probably been looking into adult day care and adult day healthcare options for your disabled loved one. But what is the difference between an adult day care and an adult day healthcare? Proper care…
Video games aren’t just for the young! Studies show video games can benefit those young at heart, too. It’s a good thing because you might be running out of elderly activity ideas and your senior family member may be burnt out on crossword puzzles and board games. Try switching it up during your next family…
