Sitting Down With WFDU 89.1 FM Radio
Our CEO, Jim Prussak, sat down with Anita Elaine Rivers of WFDU 89.1 FM radio at Fairleigh Dickinson University studios to record a segment on elder home care and his journey in establishing Applause Home Care for her show “Talking Points” that was broadcasted September 10. The show is archived at: https://wfdu.fm/shows/talking-points If you or […]
Home Care – Five Things to Not Believe About Falling
Falling is one of the biggest fears of elderly individuals, especially if they’re fallen before and were alone and unable to get help. An incident like that can create fear in an elderly loved one and stop them from enjoying many of their favorite activities. If your loved one has stumbled or had a serious […]
Home Care – Hot Weather Walking Tips For Seniors
Walking is an excellent form of exercise for seniors. Walking promotes cardiovascular health, strengthens muscles, and improves overall well-being. It also improves circulation. And it can help seniors maintain a healthy weight. However, when the weather is extremely warm, it’s important for older adults to take extra precautions to ensure their safety and comfort. Here […]
Englewood Library Event
It was great to partner this on August 9th with colleagues in the elder care industry to share our experiences with the community at the Englewood NJ Public Library. Thank you to Joshua Sparks for organizing and sharing about assisted living and memory care; to Laura Marie Huisking about geriatric case management, to Bridget Colyer […]
Alzheimer’s Care Can Provide Support For Family Caregivers
There are more than 40 million adults who are providing care to a senior parent. And there are more than six million seniors who are living with Alzheimer’s. When family members are taking care of a senior parent with Alzheimer’s they can quickly get overwhelmed. Burnout is something that many people who are taking care […]
Home Care – Useful Tips to Ease Anxiety
Anxiety is something that many people experience, no matter what age they are. Even if your senior hasn’t been anxious, they may experience some form of anxiety during their senior years. But how can you help an anxious senior? What are the ways to help them ease anxiety and stress? First, you need to consider […]
Signs Your Senior Needs 24-Hour Home Care
So many seniors want to age in place, but many seniors need help with everyday things that they used to do. Sometimes seniors don’t want to ask for help because they are embarrassed or don’t want to impose on anyone’s life, but it’s important to notice when they may need more help than they let […]
Applause Home Care Attends Fair Lawn Senior Center Lunch
On July 5th Applause Home Care attended the Fair Lawn Senior Center lunch. Our team had a blast interacting with everyone! We were honored to lead the Pledge of Allegiance and participate in the lunch. Snacks and water bottles were handed out to the attendees as well. A great time was had by all! […]
4 Signs Your Senior Parent Needs Post-Hospital Care
If your senior parent has been in the hospital being treated for a medical problem like a heart attack, a stroke, a surgery, or even a fall, it’s a big relief when they are well enough to come home. But just because they were released doesn’t mean they are totally well. Often seniors need a […]
Applause Home Care Sponsors Autumn Years
Applause Home was proud to co sponsor the Autumn Years on May 24 . We had a lovely day at Crestwood Park in Allendale, NJ. As always, Heidi Gross put on a great event with vendors serving the elder care community. Fabulous new wrinkle this year, music from Forever Young. There was food, dancing and […]