Has constantly scrolling through Pinterest, watching home improvement shows, or skimming the “dream house” magazines on your coffee table got you itching to do a fancy makeover this summer? I know the feeling. And I’ve had my fair share of projects-gone-wrong that are ……
A hardworking 62-year-old immigrant from Ghana and a mother and grandmother, Agnes Freeman has worked with Home Helpers of Reston, Virginia for years as a trusted caregiver. She was recognized as Caregiver of the First Quarter 2014 for her extraordinary efforts with a client ……
When an aging family member needs help, most of us want to be there for him or her. We jump up immediately to say, “I’ll be right over.” While this impulse is admirable, I see time and time again how family members taking on multiple care responsibilities begin to experience ……
Along with loss of memory, people with Alzheimer’s may experience impaired communication, a deficit in motor skills, and a decreased ability to decipher information with the 5 senses. The effects from this disease can be devastating, both to the patient and the caregiver, ……
Many of us traveled home for the holidays to visit Mom and Dad. This time spent together comes once a year and is a special time, filled with holiday excitement and cheer. But, did you notice signs that something was “off” about your aging loved one? Did Mom Seem Different ……
This is the first in a series of guest blogs written by Jo Huey, the Alzheimer’s Advocate®, founder of the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Institute. According to a recent study, Alzheimer’s is the second most-feared disease in the U.S., next to cancer. Despite this fear, only 61% of ……
Elder abuse can manifest itself in many forms, but perhaps the most difficult to detect is that of financial exploitation. While the nightly news may bring to light the most recent “scam” to hit a community, this form of abuse often happens behind closed doors between the ……
Happy Valentine’s Day! For centuries, February 14th has been celebrated as the holiday of love – a special day on which people around the world, particularly couples, take time out of their hectic schedules to express their love and appreciation for one another by showering ……
Despite the best of intentions, family care-giving can quickly become a difficult and overwhelming task. Known as the “ Sandwich Generation,” millions of Americans are understandably feeling the strain of caring for aging parents and raising families, all while managing ……
Hi, I’m Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers and Direct Link, as well as a Certified Senior Advisor and Certified Franchise Executive. I’m excited to join the world of blogging and even more thrilled to unveil Home Helpers new and improved website! As president of one of ……