Keeping your mind active and healthy is important at any age, but it becomes especially vital as we grow older. During Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in June, seniors are encouraged to explore ways to support their brain health, helping to prevent cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia. Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is a time when individuals,…
Assisting Hands Schaumburg and Park Ridge, a trusted home care agency serving local families, was proud to sponsor LMJ’s Lost Souls Organization’s Afternoon Tea to End ALZ event on Saturday, April 12th. This meaningful event brought together community members and advocates to raise awareness and funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s. With a traditional tea menu, complimentary champagne, exciting raffle…
As people age, they will likely lose the ability to take care of themselves like they used to due to issues such as limited mobility, chronic illness, or cognitive limitations. This can be a challenging and emotional journey for both seniors and their loved ones. When the time comes, outside support may become essential to ensure they receive proper care….
The transition from the hospital setting to the familiarity of home can be effectively managed to reduce the chances of re-hospitalization. As a family caregiver, this period of time may be challenging. Fortunately, the transition back to the comforts of home from the stress of the hospital can be a smooth one when you carefully tend to these important factors.
There are many different types of home care, each of which has varying costs and may provide an elder with multiple levels of support. Your loved one may need one type of care or a combination, depending on their health concerns and the availability of other family members to assist them with day-to-day activities.
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…
Deciding between in-home care and assisted living impacts family involvement, independence for seniors, and financial planning, directly affecting the social well-being and quality of life for the elderly and their relatives.
If you have a senior loved one who suffers from dementia, it is important to create a comforting and stimulating home environment for them and build a personal connection. Engaging them in fun activities that are appropriate for their condition can help reignite joy, provide cognitive stimulation, and help with their tranquility. Whether you are using crafts, sensory experiences, and…
Facing a terminal illness is difficult for both the senior and their family. Receiving hospice care at home delivers several benefits, like the comfort of spending one’s last days in a meaningful setting. Hospice care is medical care that is administered by professionals like nurses and doctors with the goal of keeping patients as comfortable and pain free as possible….
Valentine’s Day is about love and happiness, all the more special when love has endured for decades. Senior couples that have spent their lives together have the most reason to celebrate this day as a commemoration of their ongoing commitment, lasting care, and constant support – in good times and bad times alike. It’s the perfect opportunity for them to…
