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Advocate for Seniors and Their Mental Health

The stigma that surrounds mental health is slowly diminishing thanks to celebrities, athletes, and actors who are sharing their own experiences. People like Adele, Lady Gaga, Dwayne Johnson, Kristen Bell, Simone Biles, and Prince Harry, to name a few, have used their public platforms to advocate for mental health as they directly faced mental conflicts...

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VA Community Care Network Program Supports Veterans with Home Care and More in West Pasco & Pinellas Counties

Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day, is celebrated each year on the last Monday of May, and it is a time when we commemorate the heroes and sheroes of our United States military who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. I also choose to remember veterans this time of year, because...

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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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Act FAST When Stroke Suddenly Strikes

When I awoke the Monday following Easter, I was shocked to see news reports that Pope Francis had suffered a stroke early that morning, slipped into a coma, and died from resulting heart failure. Wow. I had just watched him deliver an Easter blessing and ride his Popemobile through crowds of the faithful in St....

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The Impact of Stress on Seniors and Ways to Successfully Manage It

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines stress as a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation. People of all ages experience stress, but since the pandemic, stress levels have risen to new heights, especially among seniors. Inflation and economic uncertainty are two primary factors leading to...

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Seniors, Seasonal Allergies, and Suggestions to Stifle Symptoms

Itchy, watery eyes, sniffles, sneezing, and congestion are a few annoying symptoms of seasonal allergies that negatively affect people of all ages but can be especially problematic for seniors. Rosie, an active senior we assist at Home Helpers, suffers from allergies to trees, grasses, weeds, and cats, so she routinely receives allergy shots and takes...

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An Overview of Osteoarthritis

One of the most common maladies among seniors and clients at Home Helpers is arthritis, specifically osteoarthritis, which causes physical disability in aging adults making activities of daily living very challenging or virtually impossible. In an overview of osteoarthritis provided by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), I found important information to share about what...

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Home Helpers Provides the Best Specialized In-Home Care for Clients with Parkinson’s Disease

When I think of Parkinson’s disease (PD), my immediate thoughts are of Michael J. Fox, a popular American actor and performer who was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s when he was in his 30s. It astounds me that he continues to bravely battle this debilitating condition more than 30 years later. PD looks different for every...

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Seniors Must Make Sleep a Serious Priority

I must admit, I don’t always get enough sleep. Even though I know it’s recommended that aging adults get 7-9 hours of sleep each night, it’s not always possible. However, there are reasons why seniors must make sleep a serious priority for better physical health and mental clarity. It doesn’t help that Daylight Saving Time...

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