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Is There a Cure for Aging?

March 20, 2015

Being young and beautiful is a blessing – and often one we don’t appreciate until we’re old an

Safety First

March 12, 2015

It’s easy to take home safety for granted. Smoke alarms on the ceiling, fire extinguishers

Live for the Future

March 6, 2015

As you begin to age, a great deal of focus is put on living for the moment.

Live Long and Prosper

February 25, 2015

Do you think you’ll live a long time? Would you bet on it?

Let Your Grandkids Keep You Young

February 19, 2015

Everyone loves to spoil their grandkids. Too much sugar, too many presents, too lenient

Does Your Doctor Treat the Problem or the Patient?

February 12, 2015

How well does your doctor know you? Do they see you as a chart with medical notes

Don’t Believe the Hype

December 31, 2014

“Old age ain’t for sissies”, that’s what Bette Davis told reporters who asked about her aging

Keep Your Health By Keeping Your Balance

December 22, 2014

Snow can make your house and neighborhood look beautiful, but this time of year can also be da

Age is a State of Mind

December 19, 2014

You’re only as old as you feel. It’s an old adage, but scientists have discovered that it may

This Holiday, Give the Gift of Safety

December 12, 2014

Tis the season for gift giving. We crowd the malls or browse online looking for the perfect

What We are Doing To Keep You Safe

As we continue to work through these uncharted waters caused by Coronavirus,

How to Handle Stress When Caring for the Elderly

Taking care of an aging family member often requires a tremendous amount of time and energy.

Sometimes the Name Doesn’t Say it All

Capital City Nurses provides private duty home care that helps people,

Creative Ideas for Older Adults with Dementia

There are many good reasons to plan creative activities for a person with dementia.

Home Care Nursing Is a Perfect Complementary Service to In-Home Medical Care

If you are seeking a comprehensive array of services for a parent, grandparent or any other lo

Emphasizing the Importance of Infection Control in the Home

Most of us try to keep our homes as tidy as we can, but life can sort of get in the way.

Ensuring Environmental Safety for Seniors

As more seniors and families are choosing to age in place, it is imperative to understand

Food Safety Concerns for Seniors

As a home care company in Chevy Chase, MD, many of Capital City Nurses’ home care clients have

Companionship Care from a Home Care Service

It can be difficult to watch our once vibrant and independent parents grow older and lose inte

Caregiver Program – Filling the Downtime

A frequent complaint that we hear as a home care provider