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Top Myths About Senior Drivers Debunked! (Part II)

September 23, 2020Driving, Lifestyle, Seniorsdriving, lifestyle, seniors, transportationEmmie Knox

Last week, we looked at a few of the prevalent — yet often mistaken — myths about senior drivers. In this article, we’re going to take a look at a couple more, and give you our take on it. The truth is, sometimes, as people’s faculties decline, they need to…

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Aging in Place Presentation – Alzheimer’s Texas Wednesday, 9/30 @ 2pm

September 21, 2020Alzheimers, Caregivers, Community, Home Safety and Senior Care Blogaging in place, Alzheimer’sEmmie Knox

Join us next Wednesday, September 30th for a presentation through the Alzheimer’s Texas Talk Series! Emmie will be presenting on Aging in Place. Hope to *see* you all there!

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Top Myths About Senior Drivers Debunked! (Part I)

September 17, 2020Driving, Lifestyle, Seniorsaging, driving, lifestyle, seniors, transportationEmmie Knox

In 2015, Bloomberg News ran an article talking about how healthy seniors in the United States have no intention of slowing down! Retirees are buying new cars at an unprecedented high rate, exploding the myth that they should leave the open road for younger, and supposedly safer, senior drivers.  There…

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Top Questions To Ask Your Doctor At Your Next Visit – Part II

August 31, 2020Care Planning, Health, Medical, Medications, wellnessannual checkup, checkup, doctor, doctor visit, health, medical, medicine, wellnessEmmie Knox

Last week we looked at five key questions to ask your doctor at your next visit, and this week we’re going to look at another five.  Remember, going to the doctor regularly is a very important ingredient of staying healthy. If it’s at all possible, we recommend you schedule a visit…

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Top Questions To Ask Your Doctor At Your Next Visit – Part I

August 26, 2020Health, Medical, Medications, wellnessantibiotics, caregiver, doctor, doctor visit, health, medical, medicine, wellnessEmmie Knox

Regular doctor visits are crucial for staying healthy. If possible, schedule a visit with a doctor who knows your medical history and can monitor and tailor your health needs. Over time, the doctor will know more and more about you and your lifestyle, and your regular visits won’t feel as…

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What To Look For When Hiring A Home Care Worker

August 20, 2020Assisting Hands West Austin, Care Planning, Caregiversagency, caregiver, caregivers, certified nursing aides, CNAs, HHA, home aides, home care, home care services, home health aides, RNsEmmie Knox

Are you familiar with this scenario? Your mom has experienced a small stroke. She has been in the hospital and is finally able to return home but she needs speech therapy, physical therapy, and help getting around the house. She shouldn’t be home alone for the next few weeks.  Or…

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The Big Reasons Why Everyone Needs An Annual Checkup

July 24, 2020Medical, Medications, wellnessannual checkup, checkup, doctor, health, medical, medication, wellnessEmmie Knox

No one likes to take time to visit the doctor — especially if you aren’t sick! But really think about it: have you missed your annual checkup or are you avoiding taking your loved one to their annual checkup? Why take yourself or your loved one if you are in…

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Happy Birthday, Louis!

July 17, 2020Assisting Hands West AustinAssisting Hands TeamEmmie Knox

We want to wish a very happy birthday to Assisting Hands West Austin owner & office manager (and #1 Dad) Louis! We hope his day is filled with joy. If you talk to Louis soon, send some warm wishes his way! Here he is pictured with son, Knox. Photo by @capturedaustin

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In the News: 103 Year Old Man Breaks Guinness World Record

July 16, 2020News, SeniorsHobbies, In The News, seniorsEmmie Knox

Wow! Read this incredible story about Al Blaschke, a 103-year-old man who broke the Guinnes record for the world’s oldest tandem skydive. His first time skydiving was back in 2017, for his 100th birthday! Pretty inspiring!   https://abcnews.go.com/US/103-year-man-breaks-guinness-record-worlds-oldest/story?id=71601974

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The Benefits of Yoga – From A Chair!

June 30, 2020Exercise, wellnessactivities, elderly, Exercise, Exercise Program for Seniors, fitness, health, Hobbies, Senior Care, seniors, stretching, YogaEmmie Knox

There’s no question that yoga does great things for people, including promoting overall general health and wellness, relieving body pain, and improving mental function. And what we at Assisting Hands Home Care really love are the benefits of yoga, such as that it’s low-impact for the body – you can…

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