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Are You Providing Care for an Aging Parent or Loved One?

If you’re taking care of an elderly mother or father or dealing with the demands of helping a loved one or friend who is chronically sick, elderly or disabled, you’re not alone. You are one of millions of Americans who take care of an aging adult. Family caregivers comprise about 80 percent of at home...

Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming a Caregiver to Aging Parents

If you are considering becoming a caretaker for your aging parents or other family member, there are a few questions you should ask yourself in preparation for this important role. It can be very demanding, but also wonderfully rewarding. Many of us have parents who have reached the place where they need some extra help...

How to Find a Home Care Helper for Your Aging Parent

The key to choosing the ideal home care agency is knowing the amount of care needed by your mother or father. There are primarily two categories of in-home care: custodial care and professional care. Custodial care includes help with shopping, housekeeping, preparing meals, and also personal care like dressing, feeding and bathing. Skilled care, on...

Visiting Friends and Family Keeps Seniors Young at Heart

It’s a fact that seniors benefit both physically and mentally from spending time with loved ones during the holidays. Just like all of us, we feel young and happy when we’re with the people we love. Spending time with your senior loved ones isn’t just good for them; it benefits us too! Benefits such as...

Why It Can Be Dangerous for Seniors to Live Alone

With dementia and other similar conditions on the rise, it’s becoming more and more of a problem for seniors who are living alone. Often, they experience isolation from the outside world, missing out on opportunities to socialize with friends and family. A recent study has revealed that isolation and loneliness can shorten a person’s life,...

Exceptional Caregiver Award Winner

Donna Padilla 2015 Home Helpers Exceptional Caregiver Awards Celebrating the extraordinary people who make life easier for families across the country! Out of over 100 nominations received, Donna was one of only eight caregivers chosen to receive this award. Her compassion and dedication to helping others is a true inspiration! WE ARE SO PROUD OF...