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Rising Star Recognition: Jeanette

From the very start of her journey with us on September 18, 2025, Jeanette has shown that she is truly one to watch. As an up-and-coming caregiver in our ranks, she continues to impress with her strong work ethic, professionalism, and genuine compassion for those she serves.Jeanette doesn’t just meet expectations — she exceeds them....

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Caregiver of the Month Spotlight: Viviana

Since joining our team on June 12, 2025, Viviana has consistently gone above and beyond, delivering compassionate, dependable, and truly exceptional care to every client she serves. Her dedication, warmth, and professionalism shine through in everything she does — and it has not gone unnoticed. Coworkers describe Viviana as “incredibly reliable and always willing to...

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Six Advantages of Aging in Place for Seniors

Eventually, seniors may decide that they want to age in place. For many of them, they want to stay where they are because it’s where they’ve lived for a long time. Other seniors want to age in place so that they can stay in control of their choices for as long as they can. Understanding...

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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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