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Care and Companionship are Valued Gifts for Seniors

When I was a young girl, I loved spending time on the weekends with my Grandmother. She lived alone in a government housing apartment within walking distance of a convenience store with a myriad of candy options and a cute local restaurant where I would get little cheeseburgers (now commonly known as sliders), and she...

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Early Detection of Breast Cancer is Key to Survival for Aging Women

A dear friend of mine, and fellow female business owner in Trinity, had the scare of her life in 2020. It wasn’t COVID. It was a breast cancer diagnosis. She told me how tumultuous it had been being isolated, having to make critical decisions about her treatment options, getting dropped off and picked up at...

Two elderly men sit on a red bench outdoors, looking at a photo album together. A crutch leans against a nearby tree. A small dog and a schnauzer sit on the grass in front of them. Lush greenery surrounds them.

Top 10 Benefits of Pet Ownership for Seniors

My family loves dogs. My husband and I have dogs, and my adult children have dogs that we affectionately consider our grandpups. Our pets are integral members of our family, and they play an important role as amazing companions and living examples of unconditional love. At Home Helpers, many of the seniors we assist also...

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Healthy Aging is Achieved with These Ways to Wellness

I lead a very active lifestyle, both personally and professionally, and I have to take care of myself to maintain my health and wellness. But taking care of myself requires more than eating a healthy diet as I age. Making healthy food choices is an important key to wellness, but so is exercising, staying hydrated,...

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10 Suggestions to Help Seniors Stay Cool this Summer

Living in Florida, we are accustomed to extremely warm weather and hot summer temperatures; however, according to Climate.gov, our world is gradually getting even hotter as the years pass. “It’s official. According to the annual report from NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 2024 was the warmest year since global records began in 1850. The ten warmest...

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Understanding PTSD, Trauma, Triggers, and Treatment

Over the last 15 years, I’ve had the pleasure and privilege of meeting hundreds of seniors and veterans with varying needs from many walks of life. A relatively small percentage of them, mostly veterans, have experienced serious trauma in their lives that has led to different degrees of post-traumatic stress. Considering June is PTSD Awareness...

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36 Hurricane Preparedness Tips for the 2025 Hurricane Season

If you live in the Tampa Bay area and were among the many impacted during the 2024 hurricane season, you probably understand the importance of hurricane preparedness. Our local National Public Radio station, WMNF-FM 88.5, reported, “Three named storms hit Tampa Bay in 2024. In early August, Debby blasted through before it made landfall in the Big...

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30 Senior-Friendly Hobbies that Promote Engagement and a Healthier Quality of Life

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines a hobby as “a pursuit outside of one’s regular occupation engaged in especially for relaxation.” There is no shortage of hobbies and activities that people can participate in throughout West Pasco and Pinellas Counties. After all, our inviting climate promotes indoor and outdoor play year-round. However, seniors need to choose safe hobbies...

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20 Practical Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors and Aging Adults

As I wrap up my holiday shopping, I have a few seniors for whom I want to buy gifts, but I’d like to find items that are practical or things they can use. Fortunately, I found some great ideas thanks to Good Housekeeping for 20 practical holiday gift ideas for seniors and aging adults in...

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