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Be Proactive in the Fight Against Parkinson’s Disease in Illinois
At Home Helpers, my team and I have had countless opportunities to assist male and female seniors from all walks of life, with a variety of physical and mental health conditions, including Parkinson’s disease. Our very own Home Helpers® Case Manager, Kathleen, has personal experience with Parkinson’s Disease as her father was diagnosed with it...
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Exploring Crucial Information About Colorectal Cancer in Illinois
As a Doctor of Nursing, a Certified Senior Care Specialist, and owner of Home Helpers Wheaton & Naperville, I have had more than a few opportunities to know senior men and women who were battling colorectal cancer. Unfortunately, research shows that more adults under the age of 55 are being diagnosed with this dreadful disease...
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Never Fail to Recognize Symptoms and Risk Factors of Heart Failure
The mother of a caregiver at Home Helpers has battled COVID and serious cardiovascular and pulmonary repercussions since days before Christmas 2023. She has been on a recovery rollercoaster for nearly two months. Her two daughters and her 82-year-old sister have been providing care and much-needed support, but their senior loved one has felt frustrated,...
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Signs, Symptoms, and Suggestions Regarding Hypothermia and Extreme Cold Exposure
We may be weather-tough as Illinoisans, but bitterly cold temperatures can get the best of anyone. 1NBC Chicago reported that in December, a 74-year-old woman died in Chicago’s Lower West Side due to cold exposure and hypothermia. Additionally, last Thursday, a 60-year-old man was found deceased in Schiller Park, and the medical examiner confirmed he,...
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4 Red Flags that Indicate Seniors May Need Help
Where does the time go? Christmas is upon us, and we’re about to embark on New Year 2024! Spending precious time with my family over Thanksgiving weekend allowed me to notice how much my children have matured. It confirmed the immense pride Jon and I feel for all of their hard work in college and...
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4 Helpful Tips for Caregivers Working Collaboratively with Hospice
As a Doctor of Nursing, I have had numerous opportunities to help senior men and women with varying levels of care, including hospice. When a patient begins receiving hospice care, it is typically a very physically, mentally, and emotionally trying time for the hospice patient’s family members, family caregivers, and hired caregivers. Considering November is...
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Aging Increases the Risk for Developing Breast Cancer
As I was writing this blog, a notification chimed on my phone from a national news source. “Actress Suzanne Somers, Dead at 76.” I opened the story and learned she had passed after a 23-year battle with an aggressive form of breast cancer. She was initially diagnosed in her 50s, and she fought and won...
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Fall Prevention Advice Helps Keep Seniors Safe
One of our clients is a sophisticated retired schoolteacher in her 80s with serious back problems that stem, primarily, from four serious auto accidents. When her caregiver picked her up for her bi-weekly hair appointment, the senior lady seemed to be limping more than usual. As she got into the car, she told the caregiver...
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7 Simple Wellness Tips for Seniors
My husband and I recently participated in the Dim Sum and Then Some 5K/10K & Kids Dash in Chicago, and it was quite exhilarating! We both finished strong and had a great time while supporting the Chinese Mutual Aid Association. I must say, there is something extremely gratifying about supporting a worthy organization while doing...
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