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Safeharbor Home Healthcare Services Providing Excellent Nursing Care on Staten Island since 1967
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We are a Home Health Care Agency in business on Staten Island NY for over 50 years

Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is an issue that affects many older adults in the US. There are several reasons tha...
10/13/2026

Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is an issue that affects many older adults in the US. There are several reasons that an aging loved one may be dealing with dysphagia. Certain chronic conditions, like dementia or Parkinson’s, for example, can lead to difficulty swallowing. Some medications may also have it as a side effect. This article will look to explore important aspects of caring for someone with dysphagia.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/dysphagia-in-older-adults

October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. Liver cancer can be a major concern for many older adults with a history of alc...
10/05/2026

October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. Liver cancer can be a major concern for many older adults with a history of alcohol consumption. But anyone could develop this condition. This article will look at risk factors, screenings, treatments, and how daily care may be affected by a diagnosis.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/liver-cancer-care-for-older-adults

Elder Abuse is a very serious issue. Unfortunately, over 10% of American senior citizens experience some form of elder a...
09/22/2026

Elder Abuse is a very serious issue. Unfortunately, over 10% of American senior citizens experience some form of elder abuse each year. It can often come from nursing home attendants, trusted caretakers, neighbors, friends, or even family members. Elders of any gender may be affected. There are 5 main types of Elder Abuse: Emotional, Physical, Sexual, Financial, and Neglect & Abandonment. If you or a loved one is the victim of elder abuse, be sure to document and report it. It can also be important to seek legal counsel.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/understanding-the-signs-of-elder-abuse

As your loved ones age, it becomes more difficult for them to stay independent, as much as they may want to be. It is im...
09/14/2026

As your loved ones age, it becomes more difficult for them to stay independent, as much as they may want to be. It is important to help them maintain their own livelihood, even if their decreased mobility and/or mental capacity weaken their ability to care for themselves properly. A lack of mobility or weakened eyesight can also prevent an elderly individual from being able to drive themselves where they need to go. They may need help getting groceries, going to the doctor, or picking up prescriptions. Eventually, your older loved one may become home-bound. This article will explore ways to help and support home-bound family members.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/helping-your-home-bound-loved-one-thrive

When upgrading a bathroom, many homeowners will make changes for aging-in-place. Universal design is an interior design ...
09/01/2026

When upgrading a bathroom, many homeowners will make changes for aging-in-place. Universal design is an interior design practice that keeps the aging and disabled in mind. These upgrades can make a big difference for your family over time. Making the bathroom safer for older or disabled family members can make a big impact on their well-being. This article will discuss universal design as it pertains to the bathroom.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/universal-design-in-the-bathroom-planning-for-aging-in-place

Strokes are one of the leading causes of death in the US. Almost 800,000 strokes occur in the US each year, according to...
08/24/2026

Strokes are one of the leading causes of death in the US. Almost 800,000 strokes occur in the US each year, according to the CDC. The risk of having a stroke can increase as you age. For the safety of you and your loved ones, it is important to know the signs of a stroke so you can act quickly if one occurs. For families of older loved ones, understanding the signs of a stroke can mean the difference between life and death in some emergencies.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/learning-the-signs-of-a-stroke

Grief affects everyone differently, especially when the one we lost was a huge part of our lives. After an elderly loved...
08/14/2026

Grief affects everyone differently, especially when the one we lost was a huge part of our lives. After an elderly loved one passes away, it can be important to process your grief. The loss of an elder can be strange. On one hand, they lived a full life; but on the other, there is a void in your life that was always filled. Many people feel this way when they lose elderly parents or grandparents. This article will discuss how grief can often feel conflicted after the death of an elderly loved one.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/grief-and-losing-an-elderly-loved-one/

For families looking after older loved ones, understanding your role in their medical care can be important. But legally...
08/07/2026

For families looking after older loved ones, understanding your role in their medical care can be important. But legally speaking, you likely don’t have a say. However, with your loved one’s permission, a lawyer could help grant you an Advance Directive. Advance Directives are legal documents that help ensure an individual’s wishes are carried out if they become incapacitated and cannot properly express their desires to the medical professionals providing care.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/advance-directives-and-elder-care

Hydration is important year-round, but for older adults, it can be harder to manage. In the summer heat, hydration can b...
07/24/2026

Hydration is important year-round, but for older adults, it can be harder to manage. In the summer heat, hydration can be a matter of life and death. Unfortunately, many older adults struggle to drink enough water daily. While it’s never good to be dehydrated, in the Summer, it can be deadly. This article will look at the dangers of dehydration and how you can help encourage your aging loved one to drink more water.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/summer-hydration-for-elders

Dental care is an often-overlooked aspect of senior healthcare. Unfortunately, many seniors experience a decline in oral...
07/17/2026

Dental care is an often-overlooked aspect of senior healthcare. Unfortunately, many seniors experience a decline in oral hygiene as they age. This is often because of mobility, memory issues, and tighter budgets in retirement. However, the cost of implants and fighting advanced gum disease can be a lot more than regular dental check-ups and maintenance. This article will discuss dental health tips for seniors.
Read more here: safehrbr.com/dental-care-tips-for-older-adults

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1477 Hylan Boulevard
Staten Island, NY
10305

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