This month, Legacy Home Health Care joins the nationwide effort to raise awareness about diabetes and diabetic eye disease. With over 37 million US adults affected, diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death and remains a leading contributor to kidney failure, lower limb amputations, and adult blindness. As part of our mission, we strive to maximize effective patient outcomes while minimizing healthcare costs.

Vision loss is another critical concern in diabetes management, particularly for seniors. By age 65, one in three people are affected by some form of vision-reducing disease, putting them at a higher risk of falls and depression. Our dedicated clinicians support patients by providing strategies to manage vision loss, enhancing safety, and improving quality of life. This November, we encourage everyone to learn more about diabetes prevention, treatment, and care—small steps toward a healthier future for all.

Our Diabetic Pathway to Independence and Low Vision Pathway are designed to help patients stay safe and independent in the comfort of their homes. Learn more about these programs below, and contact us to see how we can support the care needs of your loved ones.

How We Can Help With Diabetes:

  • Legacy Home Health Care provides comprehensive medication management and education to ensure a thorough understanding and effective use of prescribed medications

  • Our educational programs cover diet and meal planning to empower individuals with the knowledge to make informed choices for their nutritional well-being

  • We offer education on daily foot care to promote the importance of maintaining foot health in overall diabetes management

  • For those with new-onset diabetes, we provide specialized education and teaching to guide individuals through the initial stages of their diabetes journey

  • Our services include disease process education, offering insights into the nature and progression of diabetes

  • To address individual needs, we create personalized exercise programs as part of our holistic approach to diabetes care

  • We offer education on the signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, enabling individuals to recognize and manage these conditions effectively

Diabetes Pathways

How We Can Help With
Low Vision:

  • Our clinical staff conducts home safety evaluations to ensure a secure environment
  • Legacy Home Health Care provides education and training on adaptive equipment to enhance our patient’s daily living
  • We provide medication education and planning to manage low vision effectively
  • Our patients learn strategies for activities of daily living through our educational programs
  • Legacy therapists utilize a combination of tactile and visual systems to facilitate navigation and object identification in our patient’s environments
  • Our team evaluates safety concerns and addresses them through ongoing education and monitoring
Pathways Low Vision