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Five Helpful Tips When Hosting Seniors During The Holidays

The holidays are an opportunity to be grateful for everything we have, spend time with family, and share a meal. If you are hosting family this year, you are probably busy preparing with preparations. But what if you have older guests coming this year? It’s important to plan ......

Five Cold Weather Safety Tips

Winter is coming – and with it brings colder weather and shorter days. Cold weather is no joke, especially if you are an older adult. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), older adults are more sensitive to the cold because they are more likely to have ......

Eight Ways to Celebrate Your Grandparents

Grandparents hold a unique place in our hearts. They are a source of unconditional love, wisdom, and, often, a bridge to our family's past. Shouldn’t there be a day to honor grandparents? There is! National Grandparents’ Day is celebrated annually on the first Sunday after ......

In-Home Care and Stroke Recovery

A stroke is a severe medical event when something blocks the blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is a leading cause of serious long-term disability and reduces mobility ......

Six Ways Seniors Can Stay Safe in the Summer Heat

Many areas of the United States are currently undergoing a significant heat wave. The dog days of summer, the hottest and most sultry time of the season, are officially here. As the thermostat continues to rise, it’s important to remember that prolonged exposure to excessive ......

Are You Up To Date With Your Vaccines? Here Are Five Vaccines The Centers for Disease Control And Prevention (CDC) Recommends

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a perfect opportunity to make sure you are up to date with the recommended vaccines. As we age, our immune systems may become slower to respond, making us more susceptible to illnesses. This is why it’s so critical that ......

Eight Ways In-home Care Can Support Heart Health At Every Phase

Heart disease affects 85.6 million Americans and continues to be the number one cause of death in the U.S. – more than all types of cancer combined. It’s the leading cause of disability, constrained activity, and diminished quality of life. Managing this condition may ......

Five Reasons Why In-Home Care Early Is Beneficial For Memory Care

Dementia is a general term for the impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions that interfere with everyday activities. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated five million adults over ......

Five Ways to Thank a Caregiver

A caregiver is a person who provides care for another person. There are many different types of caregivers, but they all have one thing in common: they serve with empathy and compassion, day after day, sometimes with very few breaks. Taking care of someone can be rewarding ......