Tell me if this story sounds familiar: Your mom is in excellent health at age 80, 90, or rounding 100. She is fiercely independent and does just about everything on her own, from cleaning and laundry, to paying bills, cooking, and even driving. You, on the other hand, WORRY about her living alone and want to have the talk about…
We are excited to announce our October caregiver of the month, Rosa Solivan. We knew Rosa was a gem when she walked in the door and continues to prove that each and every day with the local families she serves. Rosa is the kind of person whose positivity, energy, and excitement for life rub off on whoever she meets. We…
One of the best parts about owning a home care agency is having the opportunity to learn from the members of our team about their motivation for becoming a caregiver and their view of what exactly it means to provide CARE. I have thought this month about the importance of making the distinction between care and caring with my caregivers…
Assisting Hands Home Care will be participating in the Northwest Suburban Walk to End Alzheimer’s this Saturday, September 21, 2018. The walk is the largest of its kind and helps raise awareness about the disease and funds toward support and research. As of Saturday, September 14th, the NW suburban team has raised $124, 934.13 and has 607 participants. If you’d…
Our caregiver of the month this September is Belle Sarkar. Belle is a true asset to Assisting Hands Home Care and brings a compassion and desire to be the very best for her clients. At Assisting Hands Home Care, we chose Belle as our caregiver of the month because of her dedication to her clients, her reliability, and her willingness…
This year our Nashville retreat was about more than just workshops and awards. Assisting Hands Arlington Heights, along with over 100 franchise owners and staff members, got together to package over 25,000 meals for seniors as part of the Hunger Project. Organized by Feeding Children Everywhere, the Hunger Project helps to alleviate hunger among children and families in the U.S….
Our Caregiver of the month is Serena Frazier! Serena came to us earlier this year after working private duty. We were immediately struck by Serena’s energetic approach to caregiving and the passion she brings to the table. Our clients see her expertise and compassion, while from our side; Serena is the definition of a team player. From the beginning she…
Now that all the snow and ice feel like a distant memory, it’s the perfect time to step outside and enjoy those golden days of warm weather in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Whether you’re a caregiver or a family member, finding a relaxing and senior-friendly walking path nearby can be a wonderful way to spend time outdoors. Many of…
Our caregiver of the month is the fabulous Abidemio Balogun! Abby has been interested in healthcare since she was a child. She was inspired by her mother’s passion for the field and she aspires to be a nurse practitioner in the future. I remember when Abby walked into our office with her mother. They each had such a unique perspective…
Summer is a great time of year, full of all kinds of fun activities like cookouts, concerts, and family gatherings. Kids are out of school and the weather is warm enough to enjoy spending more time outdoors at the beach or even just in the backyard. There’s no reason why seniors can’t enjoy summertime activities as well. Socializing has positive…
