Seniors must take extra care of their skin, since aging skin is less elastic and susceptible to infections. Winter is hard on skin as the cold months strip it of essential moisture. Here are 11 tips the elderly can use to care for skin during the cold season. Why is aging skin prone to damage in winter? The aging process…
This month, we are happy to announce Margarita I. as our Caregiver of the Month for Assisting Hands Home Care Schaumburg & Park Ridge! Margarita has been an valuable member of our agency for over two years, consistently demonstrating her unwavering commitment and compassion. Her dedication to her clients is evident as she always goes above and beyond to ensure…
Help us celebrate Andzelika for being December’s Caregiver of the month. Congratulations Andzelika, we are so happy to have you on the team as all of her clients are happy to have her! Andzelika is not only reliable, she is caring, responsible, and above all compassionate. Andzelika has been working with us for a little over 6 months but has…
On December 10, Assisting Hands Home Care – Schaumburg & Park Ridge hosted a Holiday celebration to honor our amazing, outstanding and dedicated caregivers and CNAs. The event was filled with joy, happiness, and heartfelt moments, recognizing the compassionate hearts and golden efforts of our caregiving team. This celebration was a tribute to the incredible work our caregivers do every…
Older adults who demonstrate poor money-making decisions require intervention, especially in their retirement years when they live on limited financial means. Adult children should be proactive in helping their parents manage their finances. The following are eight strategies to improve financial management. What are signs of financial irresponsibility? Certain signs point to financial irresponsibility. Elderly parents may leave important bills…
At Assisting Hands Home Care-Schaumburg, we believe in making a positive impact in our community. This holiday season, we were thrilled to be one of the proud sponsors of the Holiday Extravaganza Celebration held at the Schaumburg Senior Center on Friday, December 6th. The event was a joyous occasion filled with fun, laughter, and the holiday spirit that brought seniors…
Today, on Giving Tuesday, Assisting Hands Home Care-Schaumburg proudly partnered with Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) to make a tangible difference in the lives of children worldwide. With the enthusiastic support of many members from the Schaumburg Business Association (SBA), we pack meals filled with love and hope. Together, we packed an incredible 281 boxes, which equates to an astonishing…
Congratulations to Yordanka for being November’s Caregiver of the Month! Thank you for your dedication and for wholeheartedly caring for each of your clients. Yordanka has been with us for nearly a year, and in this short time, she has demonstrated just how much she truly enjoys her work. With 16 years of caregiving experience, Yordanka believes one of the…
A holiday table topped with temptations, from bowls of turkey stuffing to glasses of eggnog, can leave a senior salivating. Although the holiday season is a time to indulge in food while in the good company of family and friends, it’s an especially important time to eat healthy. The holidays offer special foods seniors rarely get to eat during any…
On Thursday, November 14, Assisting Hands Schaumburg & Park Ridge hosted a memorable holiday celebration to honor the incredible spirit of community care and appreciation. The event brought together so many extraordinary individuals, who have been an integral part of making a difference in our community this year. A Celebration of Togetherness and Gratitude As the holiday season draws near,…
