Myths about Hospice and Why Choose Hospice Most people don’t think about or plan to care for someone near end of life. That’s because it can be a scary and stressful thing. Just keep in mind there are experts in our community to help you through the process such as in home care, home health care, palliative care, and hospice…
On Monday, May 30, 2022, we will be honoring our Veterans as we celebrate Memorial Day. This day was originally called Decoration Day which dates to the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths, and flags. On this day we remember and honor all those soldiers who have died serving our great country. The act of serving our country…
Keeping in the spirit of focusing on you, we turn to an activity of being mindful. So, what does that mean? Being mindful means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environments including sounds and smells. Being able to tune in with everything around you and immersing yourself to become one with the environment. Awareness…
Remaining at home with the assistance of a caregiver is preferred for many seniors. This is also the case for those who need some assistance, but wish to remain independent. To find the right caregiver, most turn to a full-service home care agency like Assisting Hands. Assisting Hands screens, hires, and trains its employees. Some families believe they will save…
Did you know gardening is a fun family activity that can lower your blood pressure? Since May is Stroke Awareness Month, now’s a great time to learn about the many health benefits of gardening. Planting flowers, herbs, and vegetables around your house and/or community garden can give you fresh-cut bouquets and fresh fruits and vegetables all summer long. More importantly,…
