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March 13, 2026
After a caregiver at Home Helpers lost a beloved, elderly aunt after a short battle with colorectal cancer late last year, Damey and I decided to learn more about the condition and how it impacts families in the Canton, OH area.
Colorectal cancer remains one of the most commo...
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February 18, 2026
During the time Damey and I have owned our Home Helpers franchise, we have had the privilege of helping many clients who battled cancer. Some clients fared well during and after treatment, while others did not have successful outcomes.
February is Cancer Prevention Month, so ...
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January 08, 2026
Glaucoma is the Thief of Sight for Aging Adults
A private caregiver Damey and I know told us about two recent visits she had to her optometrist. The first appointment consisted of a series of tests using sophisticated diagnostic equipment to check her field of vision and capt...
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October 15, 2025
A private caregiver we know was telling Damey and me about several friends of hers who had been diagnosed with breast cancer over the last few years. Two were in their 60s, and another was in her early 50s, and all had been diagnosed after they had detected lumps in their breast...
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September 12, 2025
On Friday, September 12th, Walsh University (WU) in North Canton hosted a Push-Ups for Veterans Suicide Awareness event to shine a spotlight on veterans’ mental health.
WU touts, “Every day, 22 veterans lose their lives to suicide—a reminder that the wounds of service a...
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August 15, 2025
Wellness is a connection of paths: knowledge and action – Joshua Holtz
Of course, we know what wellness is, because Damey is a nurse, and we’re in the business of Making Life Easier™ for our senior clients at Home Helpers, ...
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July 16, 2025
As a United States Veteran, July 4th, aka Independence Day, has always been a day of reverence and celebration for Damey and me. Like most Americans, we get together with our family and friends to swim, play games, and grill out before our local fireworks display.
However, we...
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June 11, 2025
“Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event,” expla...
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May 14, 2025
On the cusp of her 50th birthday, a woman awakened overnight, entered the master bathroom, and suddenly lost her balance, knocking everything off the vanity. Her husband rushed into the room to find his wife on the floor.
After a speedy assessment, he helped her to his vehicl...
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March 19, 2025
One of the most common characteristics among seniors is a lack of appetite. Aging adults sustain metabolic and sensory changes that impact digestion and taste, making eating seem more like a chore than a satisfying dining experience.
The caregivers at Home Helpers routinely e...
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February 18, 2025
Most everyone knows someone who has dealt with a heart condition, be it high blood pressure (hypertension), heart attack, cardiovascular disease (CVD), or stroke. I say this because Damey and I have family and friends with heart issues, and we have consulted with Home Helpers cl...
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January 15, 2025
Damey and I, as well as our care team at Home Helpers, have experience helping seniors who have endured nasty falls and injurious accidents in their bathrooms.
According to the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA), “Our bodies change as we age, but often our homes do not. As a re...
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November 12, 2024
When it comes to the upcoming holiday season, my initial thoughts are of family, fellowship, fun, and FOOD! I love the special foods we prepare and devour only during the holidays.
However, many people, young and old, must adhere to dietary restrictions due to physical consid...
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October 16, 2024
People usually associate October with Halloween and the colors of orange and black. However, pink is a more important color in October because it signifies the recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in our commun...
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October 01, 2023
As soon as we begin the month of October, we are encouraged to “think pink” in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Based on current statistics, Damey and I agree that breast cancer awareness is vital to survival.According to BreastCancer.org, “Breast cancer a...
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