How Clutter Impacts the Well-Being of Seniors and What You Can Do Before the Holidays
The holiday season is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and cherished traditions, but for many seniors, it can also bring stress, especially when living spaces are cluttered or disorganized. Clutter doesn’t just affect the appearance of a home; it can have significant impacts on physical safety, mental health, and overall well-being. As the holidays approach, taking proactive steps to…
Tips for Recovering at Home After a Hospitalization
Older adults are frequently hospitalized for common health issues such as falls, heart failure, surgery, pneumonia, and other age-related conditions. Once they are discharged, proper care at home becomes crucial, not only to support their recovery but also to help prevent complications and reduce the likelihood of being readmitted to the hospital. Hands-on assistance with daily activities, medication management, and…
Caregiver of the Month
We are Proud to announce that Bernadette C. is the recipient of the Caregiver of the Month Award for September 2025. Congratulations to our caregiver of the month, Bernadette C. Bernadette is a great caregiver who is always willing to go above and beyond. She always helps and responds to all calls and text messages, even if they come in…
When is the right time to start talking with mom and dad about additional help?
When is the right time to start talking with mom and dad about additional help? In many instances seniors are determined to live independently and remain in the home and neighborhood that they love. In addition, they often refuse any type of help. There are several signs that we should watch out for which will tell us that it is…
4 Signs a Senior Needs Help at Home
Elderly individuals often require some form of care and assistance during their golden years, because leading an independent everyday life is not as easy as it was once before. Not all seniors will need the same amount of help, though. Some seniors who need help at home will only require part-time assistance while others will require full-time home health…
Music to Our Ears: How Music Promotes Healthy Aging
Perhaps you saw the video that went viral a while back about the elderly Alzheimer’s patient who was transformed when he was given a iPod loaded with the music of his era? (You can watch the video on the “Music and Memory Project” website.) Over the past few years, researchers have offered new insight into the ways music promotes healthy aging…
Transition from Care Facility to Home Care
Transitioning from a care facility to home care is a pivotal period. Seniors are most vulnerable during the move due to high level care needs. During the transition, miscommunication, unmet needs and the incomplete transfer of medical information can lead to adverse health and rehospitalization. Despite the high risks involved after being discharged from acute level care in a hospital,…
Thanksgiving Home Care Help from Assisting Hands Caregivers
As we move into the holiday season, many families are trying to find ways to enjoy the holiday cheer while lightening the load of preparing everything. If you have an elderly relative that will be joining you for the festivities, it’s important to think about how you can make the visit more comfortable for you and your loved one. A…
10 Warning Signs that Your Elderly Parent May Need Home Care
These are many warning signs that your elderly parents may need senior home care to remain safe and independent at home. In this infographic below, we are listing 10 common warning signs.
