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Physical Exams and Health Screenings are Necessary for Senior Men’s Health
My husband and I just returned from a marvelous vacation in Europe with a group of friends and like most wives, I checked in with him along every leg of our tour to make sure he was feeling and faring well, and he was not experiencing any symptoms or issues about which to be concerned....
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Time to Prepare for Hurricane Season 2024 in Pasco & Pinellas Counties
Hurricane season officially began June 1st and runs through November 30th. NOAA National Weather Service has issued their forecast for 2024 with 17-25 named storms expected. “The upcoming Atlantic hurricane season is expected to have above-normal activity due to several factors, including near-record warm ocean temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean, development of La Nina conditions...
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VA Aid & Attendance Benefit Program Provides Financial Assistance for Veterans
I heard a special song over Memorial Day weekend written and performed by U.S. Marine veteran, Sal Gonzales, who returned from a tour overseas after a roadside bomb took his leg and killed 10 of his buddies. Sal explains in his song, “Heroes,” that his family and friends threw him a party to welcome him...
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VA Community Care Network Program Bridges Gaps in Veteran Healthcare in Pinellas and Pasco Counties
Veterans are a special breed of people. They have courageously served our country here and abroad in ways the majority of us will never fully understand. I feel honored and privileged that Home Helpers has been able to provide home health care services to veterans in Pinellas and Pasco Counties since 2017, to give back...
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Driving Retirement Part 2 – Having the Tough Conversation About Taking the Keys Away
In last week’s blog, I addressed Driving Retirement Part 1 – When to Take the Keys Away from a Senior Loved One, and the signs that may indicate it is time to have a tough conversation about taking the car keys away for driving safety concerns. In this week’s blog, Driving Retirement Part 2 –...
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5 Ways Volunteering is Good for a Senior's Mind, Body, and Soul
Earlier this month, I discussed the importance of exercise and an active lifestyle for seniors with Parkinson’s disease. Recently, one of our Home Helpers caregivers who assists a gentleman client with PD accompanied the man to an activity class that he really enjoys. The class consists of a series of exercise stations that focus on...
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3 Suggestions for Family & Private Caregivers to Practice Self-Care to Best Care for Loved Ones
Caregiving has both positive and negative effects on the family caregiver. It is very gratifying to help a family member with activities of daily living. But day after day, week after week, caregiving can burden family caregivers. Some of the negative aspects of family caregiving include absenteeism from work and difficulty engaging in social interactions...
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Home Helpers® Clearwater Makes Life Easier in Pinellas and West Pasco Communities
I thoroughly enjoy the time I spend in our Pinellas and West Pasco communities meeting fellow citizens and learning more about ways we can all work together for the common good. Sometimes my team and I do this in conjunction with other businesses, local civic organizations, or our Community Warriors Power Partners of which I...
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6 Eggcelent Ways to Celebrate Easter with Seniors
Where does the time go? Easter is right around the corner, and I need to get busy preparing for fun and festivities for my family, friends, colleagues, and some special senior guests I hope can attend my annual celebratory gathering. DailyCaring, a caregiving website resource I reference occasionally, shared 6 great tips for Easter-themed activities...
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