Our News Categories
Health and Wellness
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More