Often we talk to people we meet about our company. When we tell them we are an in home care company, invariably the first thing they say is, “oh, so you’ll watch my house when I’m on vacation?”. No, that’s not us, but we can refer you to someone to watch over your house if that’s what you’re looking for!…
A Call For Help We recently received a call from a gentleman who had been caring for his wife with dementia. He said that his wife had dementia and he had been his wife’s primary caregiver for many years. The gentleman was looking for someone that could come and spend time with his wife, so he could get out. He…
Did you know that long term care policies are not just for nursing home coverage? They can also be used to help pay for home care costs as well! If you aren’t sure where to start to activate your policy, below is a great guide to assist you with activating your long term care policy! To Start the Claim Process…
If you know someone who is a Veteran and is struggling to maintain their independence, there may be a VA program available to help them. The Homemaker and Home Health Aide Program through the VA helps to provides. home care for Veterans. These programs will send a caregiver to the Veteran’s home on a regular basis to help with personal…
Summer is upon us, and many families are making travel plans! If your plans include a Senior, here are some tips to make it a great multi generational vacation for everyone! Choose a place that has something to offer for everyone. I’ve heard from several families that they enjoy multi generational travel while cruising. Cruising has something for just about…
Today is National Pet Day, and we have so many reasons we celebrate our pets. You may have heard that pets can help you live longer, but do you know why there are so many great health benefits of pet ownership? Cardiovascular Health Studies have shown that having a pet can help to reduce blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health. …
When many people think of dementia, they either think about someone who keeps forgetting where they left their keys, or they think of someone who doesn’t even recognize their own family. But what about someone who is in between? What about someone that cognitively is capable of performing activities, but no longer has the ability to consider consequences for their…
For many people, as Dementia in a loved one progresses, they face another concern – wandering. In fact, 60% of people with dementia have wandered at least one time. This can be a stressful situation for family caregivers, but you can learn some ways to prevent wandering in people with dementia Install door locks that are either out of…
Holidays can be a tough time for individuals with Alzheimer’s, as well as those providing them care, and other friends and family. The reality of the situation can come to light during the holidays. It may be that one or two people have been providing care and suddenly the rest of the family is exposed to the changes in their…
