What are the signs of dehydration in seniors?
Summer is coming up quickly, and with it will come much warmer temperatures. The hotter weather will begin to affect one group of...
What is occupational therapy for?
What does an an occupational therapist do? This might be a question you've asked before or always wondered about (we've talked to many...
The true cost of a senior fall
Falling is an unfortunate fact of life more many seniors over the age of 65. Currently in the United States, the rate of falling for...
Sunshine Home Care ranks well on patient care survey, patients rate it a four star agency
We are excited as a home health agency to review our Home Health Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HHCAHPS) survey...
Alzheimer's home safety tips
Care-giving for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease is a difficult task. As the disease progresses, keeping them safe in their own home...
How do I talk about home health?
One question we often hear is "How do I talk to someone I love about home health?" It can be a difficult, as people often see home health...
Planning a surgery? Here are some steps you don't want to miss.
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 48 million inpatient surgeries are performed each year. That's over 130,000...
What exactly is home health care?
Often, we at Sunshine Home Care are asked the question, "What exactly is home health care?" It's a great question, and it is something we...
Tips to Fall Proof Your Home: How to arrange your home to reduce fall risk
As a home health care agency, one of Sunshine Home Care's biggest concerns is fall prevention. Did you know that 6 out of 10 falls happen...
6 tips on how to get better sleep!
A good night's sleep can seem so elusive sometimes. Those of use experiencing lack of sleep may also be wondering: does lack of sleep...
