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How Can Home Care Assistance Help Seniors Maintain Heart Health?

Cardiovascular issues are a very serious concern for seniors, particularly if they already have risk factors for heart problems or other variables that make heart health more critical for them to pay attention to. Addressing risk factors and following medical advice are two of the ways that seniors can maintain and even improve their heart...

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Planning for Bathing When Seniors Have Dementia

A common problem for seniors with dementia is that they may develop a greater resistance to the idea of bathing. There are a lot of different reasons for this, including fear and memory issues. Having a plan for bathing and other similar tasks can make a difference, though. Personal care at home can help family...

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Embracing the Benefits of Aging in Place

When seniors decide that they want to age in place, they might feel as if their lives aren’t going to change much at all. What happens, however, is that they’re able to hold onto more of their independence while also continuing to enjoy their routines and surroundings. At some point, they may need some assistance...

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Recognizing Dehydration in Seniors and Solving the Problem

Seniors are especially vulnerable to dehydration and the complications that can result. When seniors spend a lot of time alone, they’re more likely to have trouble getting enough of the fluids they need every day. They may also feel as if they have to restrict fluids to deal with issues like incontinence, even though that’s...

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Why Seniors Need Companion Care At Home

Often when family members think about the care that a senior parent needs to be comfortable, they only think about physical care. But your senior parent needs more than just help with physical tasks to thrive at home, like companionship and emotional support from companion care at home. Even if you visit as often as...

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Alzheimer’s Care Helps Families Care for Seniors with Dementia

Six Ways Alzheimer’s Care Helps Families Care for Seniors with Dementia It’s a big job to care for seniors who have dementia, and family caregivers can easily find themselves feeling overwhelmed. Alzheimer’s care services can offer support to these families in so many different ways that can be customized to their needs. Offer Information to...

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Why Your Senior Parent Needs A Yearly Eye Exam

When was the last time your senior parent had an eye exam? If it’s been close to a year, or longer, now is the best time to schedule an eye appointment for them. March is National Save Your Vision month so it’s a great time to help your mom or dad get their vision checked....

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Celebrating Excellence: Geraldine Sapp, Our Employee of the Month & Heidy Juliana Hernandez, Our Rising Star of the Month!

At Home Helpers of Santa Clara Valley, we believe in recognizing hard work, dedication, and the individuals who go above and beyond. This month, we’re proud to honor Geraldine Sapp as our Caregiver of the Month for their outstanding contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence. We’re also thrilled to spotlight Heidy Juliana Hernandez as our...

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Six Tips to Help Seniors Adopt a Healthier Way of Eating

Eating healthier is something that lots of seniors want to do, but might not be sure how to accomplish. Cooking, especially for just one person, could also be a problem for aging adults. Home care assistance can be just the right answer when seniors want to eat healthier but are having a difficult time sticking...

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