It’s no secret that the number of elderly adults in our country is growing. Baby boomers are a substantial portion of our population, representing nearly 20% of the American population. As this demographic continues to age, they will begin to need more and more care especially since Americans are living longer lives. Whether through family…
For seniors, keeping their home clean and neat can be an overwhelming and daunting task. Many times, they cannot keep up with housekeeping duties and can become upset or frustrated when their home in not up to par with what it used to be. Especially if they are at risk of injury or falling, performing…
Our diets play a major role in our overall health and as we age, our diets change as our nutritional needs change. For seniors, it is crucial that they receive adequate nutrients and adjust their diet in order to reduce the odds of developing certain health conditions. It may be time to step in and…
Having a daily routine in place for seniors is essential for seniors, especially those suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. A schedule will reduce agitation and improve overall mood if they know what activities are lined up for them ahead of time and know what to expect. It can also be very beneficial for the caregiver…
Being the sole caregiver for your loved one is a full-time, demanding responsibility. It may seem like you never get a chance to rest and have time for yourself. We understand that no one can take care of your loved one quite like you, but we also understand that you may need relief at some…
Finding the right home care service provider (change to caregiver?) for your loved one is a difficult choice. You can search Craigslist (for a private caregiver) and Google for (a home care provider) providers and end up more confused than before you started. There are tons of variables to consider such as price, type of…
Thanksgiving was extra special this year. We decided to have a Friends Thanksgiving since our families live out of state and got the pleasure of having Alice join us for dinner. Alice was the by far amazing company. Once we arrived she met and hugged each of my friends with such great joy. She sat…
Today we went to pick out a costume for Dottie! I decided to dress up with her 😉 We took Alice to the mall and they had a hamburger for lunch. Since kids were going to be tricker treating, we took her to get a few Halloween decorations, and had Alice try on some hats.…
Regardless of our age, we all strive for and enjoy independence. From the beginning, we are taught how to care for ourselves. Success, happiness and other life accomplishments are often the result of doing things on our own. Independence is instilled in us when we are young, and the desire to be independent simply does not diminish with age.…
Looking for a home caregiver, creating a care plan and letting a caregiver take the reigns isn’t easy. We understand. The process of finding the right caregiver can be time consuming, stressful and expensive. We help match and manage caregivers so that you can stay focused on your loved one, without being overwhelmed, but good…