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Small Tasks Your Home Care Caregiver Can Help With

Home care caregivers provide extra support and assistance to older adults. However, while many people think of home care caregivers as staying in the home for 8 hours at a time, or overnight, or even all day, the reality is … Continue reading

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Signs Your Loved One Needs Help, But Doesn’t Need Assisted Living

After spending the holiday with aging loved ones, some family members might wonder if their parents are thriving at home. While it is true that many older adults can benefit from some extra support to feel their best and remain … Continue reading

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How Professional Caregivers Can Help During the Holidays

Most older adults hire a home care caregiver to assist with daily tasks, personal hygiene, or companionship. However, did you know that caregivers can provide significant support during the busy holiday season as well as throughout the year? Here at … Continue reading

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Sensory Stimulation and Dementia

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and we always like to jump in the conversation in order to supply information and resources to the clients we serve, and their family members. If your senior loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease … Continue reading

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Common Side Effects of Medications

The month of October is home to Pharmacy Week (October 20-26, 2024), an annual week that recognizes the pharmacists in our communities and celebrates their expertise. Pharmacists are an excellent source of information, especially for older adults who take more … Continue reading

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4 Questions to Ask Your Loved One About Their Future Plans

While emergencies and health crises do get in the way sometimes, it is always ideal to know your aging loved one’s goals and plans before a fall, heart attack, stroke, or other unplanned event occurs. Fortunately, talking about estate planning … Continue reading

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Family Caregiver Tips: Assisting with Personal Care

When your aging loved one needs a little extra assistance or support, you might find yourself stepping into a caregiving role. And you aren’t alone. About 25% of adults have done some type of family caregiving for a senior loved … Continue reading

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Family Caregiver Self-Care Ideas

Being a family caregiver is rewarding, certainly. But no matter if you are caring for a loved one who lives 10 minutes away or 10 hours away, caregiving can also be quite exhausting and challenging. Family caregivers are prone to … Continue reading

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Anesthesia and Seniors: What You Need to Know

When your senior loved one needs a dental or medical procedure, it is common to think about logistics like recovery time and pain, as well as making sure to inform the physician about any allergies or other potential complications. However, … Continue reading

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Intergenerational Summer Activities for the Whole Family

Welcome summer, a season full of more sunshine, more opportunities to get outside, and more time with family. As you are planning your family get-togethers over the next few months, you might wonder how you can get everyone interacting with … Continue reading

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