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Home Helpers Home Care of Santa Clara Valley Earns 2026 Best of Home Care® Provider of Choice Award

We’re thrilled to share some incredible news—we’ve earned another award, and this one means the world to us. Home Helpers Home Care of Santa Clara Valley, CA has been honored with the 2026 Best of Home Care® Provider of Choice Award, in addition to receiving the Employer of Choice Award. Winning both is truly like...

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Understanding the Transition from Hospital to Home for Seniors

A stay in the hospital is often a major turning point for aging adults. Whether they’re there for surgery, an unexpected injury, or because of an illness, returning home after a hospitalization usually brings some new challenges. During this vulnerable time, hospital to home transition care can make it easier for seniors to return home...

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Home Helpers Home Care of Santa Clara Valley Earns 2026 Best of Home Care® Employer of Choice Award

Home Helpers Home Care of Santa Clara Valley Earns 2026 Best of Home Care® Employer of Choice Award Home Helpers Home Care of Santa Clara Valley, CA is proud to announce that we have been recognized with the 2026 Best of Home Care® Employer of Choice Award, presented by Best of Home Care® and Activated...

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Heart Disease Warning Signs Adult Children Should Watch for in Aging Parents

February is American Heart Month, and it’s a good reminder that heart disease doesn’t always announce itself with dramatic symptoms. In many cases, the warning signs are subtle—easy to dismiss as “just aging.” If you’re an adult child supporting an older parent, paying attention to small changes can make a major difference. In-home care can...

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Getting to the Bottom of Senior Sleep Issues

Getting good sleep makes a huge difference in how people feel, but many seniors find that it’s tough to get the rest that they need and want. Having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or just feeling rested when they wake up becomes more of an issue with age. Occasional sleep disruptions are normal at any...

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Is Your Senior with Alzheimer’s Starting to Wander? Here's How You Can Help

Wandering is more common in people with Alzheimer’s disease than many families realize. The idea that their family member might simply wander off alone can be terrifying, though. What helps the most is to establish a plan for preventing wandering and helping seniors with Alzheimer’s disease to remain as safe as possible. Alzheimer’s care providers...

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Rising Star of the Month: Nathanael Ocampo Zavala

Since joining our team on October 17, 2025, Nathanael Ocampo Zavala has quickly distinguished himself as a rising star within our caregiving team. From the start, he has shown a strong commitment to excellence, compassion, and professionalism in every aspect of his work. Clients have shared positive feedback about Nathanael’s attentiveness, respectful manner, and willingness...

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Caregiver of the Month: Maria Guzman Jordan

Since joining our team on October 2, 2025, Maria Guzman Jordan has consistently delivered outstanding care and compassion to our clients. Her dedication, professionalism, and genuine kindness make her a valued member of our caregiving team. Clients have shared wonderful feedback about Maria, highlighting her attentiveness, patience, and warm demeanor. They appreciate how she takes...

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Year-end event 2025

Our 2025 Year-End Party was a night full of laughter, great food, and unforgettable moments—captured perfectly in photos! From candid smiles to group shots, each picture tells the story of a team that works hard and knows how to celebrate together. The photos reflect the joy, connection, and appreciation we share as we wrapped up...

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