The Role Of The Home Care Registered Nurse
Working as a Registered Nurse with HFN Nursing Agency is a Challenge and a Pleasure. I say Challenge as I must Challenge myself to be one of many Personas.
November is Diabetes Awareness month!
Diabetes is a chronic condition known by the characteristic of elevated blood sugar levels.
HFN Nursing Agency’s Human Touch
Since the Covid-19 pandemic people have become hesitant to hug friends and family members, yet it is a vital part of our emotional and psychological wellbeing.
World Stroke Day - 29th October
HFN is highlighting World Stroke Day, October 29th, to emphasize the serious nature and high rates of stroke. HFN also observes the day to raise awareness of the prevention, treatment, and care at home of stroke victims.
Dementia care tips from experienced caregivers
Caring for someone with dementia isn’t intuitive and doesn’t come naturally. There’s a lot to learn, but you don’t have to figure everything out the hard way.
Memory Games That Exercise the Mind for People With Alzheimer's
Scientists and drug companies are investigating and developing new therapies to slow the disease, treat symptoms, and ultimately find a cure.
How to age well and stay in your home
We’d like to continue to live independently — albeit with hired home care help on occasion for overly challenging tasks — as long as possible.
How to age well
Getting older is inevitable (and certainly better than the alternative). While you can’t control your age, you can slow the decline of aging with smart choices along the way.
Care for your ageing parents in their own home or move them into yours?
When your parent starts needing help with daily activities or isn’t safe living alone, you’re faced with a complex decision: should you move them in with you?
Stroke (CVA)
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced. This deprives oxygen and nutrients supplied to the brain, causing brain cells to die.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Urinary tract infections and how the infection manifests itself.
The Essential Role of Women
The founder of HFN Nursing Agency, Alex Hegerstrom, realised that women are the backbone of our communities – the unsung heroes of our society.
Type 2 diabetes accelerates brain aging and cognitive decline, a new study finds
A study assessed how type 2 diabetes affects brain aging and function.