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National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month: Have You Heard of This Disease?

Sarah was worried about her aging mother. She had been complaining of shortness of breath, fatigue and a dry and persistent cough for several weeks ow. The home care aide had just informed her that she had noticed some raised red rashes on her mother’s neck and ankles. And now, it seemed that her lymph...

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Changes in Vision and Perception Associated with Dementia

It’s important to understand the changes that are occurring with your parent who has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Understanding how their perception of the world has changed allows you to see through their eyes and provides you with the insights that, as a family caregiver, makes your day-to-day exchanges that much sweeter and...

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Finding the Perfect Caregiver Support Group

Home Care in Los Altos CA Finding someone who understands your caregiving situation is not always easy, possibly leading you to feeling lonely or isolated from the outside world. However, caregiver support groups are filled with people who understand your situation and have even been there themselves. The home care providers you meet at these...

Looking for a Home Care Job in Santa Clara Valley? We are hiring!

Home Helpers of Santa Clara Valley is looking for a full-time / part-time caregiver to help our wonderful clients! We are family owned company based in Silicon valley/bay area, CA. We server San Jose, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Cupertino, Los Altos, Palo Alto and Portola Valley communities.Find joy in your day-to-day job duties as a Caregiver...

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What to Do If You Suspect Your Aging Loved One Has a Brain Injury

Senior Care in Mountain View CA March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. This is the ideal time for you as a family caregiver to learn about this extremely common, but potentially severe, form of injury, and how to handle them effectively should your elderly parent experience such an injury during the course of your care...

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Is All Dementia Alzheimer’s Disease?

Senior Care in Campbell CA As a family caregiver, it is your responsibility to help your elderly loved one understand the various challenges and risk factors that they face and what they can do to reduce their risks and enjoy a healthier, more fulfilling life. This means understanding the terms that you are likely to...

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Making Your Aging Parent’s Home Safer for the New Year

Caregivers in Saratoga CA As a family caregiver, safety is something that is likely always on your mind. You know that your senior faces challenges and limitations that can put their safety at risk and make them vulnerable to accidents and injuries that could compromise their mobility, health, well-being, or even longevity as they get...

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What to Do When You Notice Potential Dental Health Issues in Your Parent

Elder Care in Santa Clara CA Dental health problems can be very serious for an elderly adult. Tooth decay, gum disease, and bacteria are not just issues with the mouth. Instead, they can create potentially severe problems throughout the body. As a family caregiver it is critical that you not only identify when your aging...

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How Can You Cope When Multiple People Need You to Be Their Caregiver?

Senior Care in San Jose CA Being the primary caregiver for multiple loved ones is even more intimidating than you might first think. With some careful planning, however, you can do what you need to do for everyone you need to care for. Be Gentle with Yourself When multiple people need you all at once,...

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