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Category: Home Care

Many in the field of senior care now recognize in home care services as the best option for those who want to age in their own homes. Here we provide tips and suggestions on how to help your senior loved ones to stay safe and comfortable at home.

Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms in Seniors: 6 Early Warning Signs

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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, balance, and coordination, often beginning with subtle symptoms that are easy to miss. For families with aging loved ones, recognizing these early signs can make a crucial difference in getting timely treatment and improving long-term quality of life. An estimated 90,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease each year, and...
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5 Common Home Care Myths

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As people reach old age, going about their everyday lives can become increasingly difficult. Seniors may avoid preparing meals for themselves, fearing the danger it presents, and they may feel unsafe conducting personal care tasks on their own. But with the proper care and assistance, seniors can safely continue with their daily lives. Assisted living facilities and nursing homes are…

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Get Moving with Chair Yoga

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Chair yoga is a great way of exercising – without even leaving your chair! That’s the main benefit, but another is that you can do it while listening to music, watching TV, and while sitting at home. Just be sure to stay safe and to stop immediately if anything hurts. Instead, opt for less strenuous positions. There are a ton…

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What Home Care Services Does Long Term Insurance Cover?

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Differing markedly from traditional health insurance, long-term insurance aims to support an individual of any age for an extended period. Long-term insurance does not cover medical expenses, rather, long-term care supports seniors in nursing home facilities, in adult day care, and those who receive home health care. People who require continual supervision due to chronic illnesses or disabilities also benefit…

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The Difference Between Non-Medical Home Care and Home Health Care

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Various individuals may, at times during the course of their life, fall ill, be hospitalized or suffer an injury. Regardless of their age, individuals will benefit from additional support at home. Extra help at home aids all walks of life, from senior citizens to individuals with a disability and to those who are healing from an injury. Additional support at…

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Assisting Hands Attends Social Worker and Case Manager Appreciation Luncheon

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In honor of National Case Management Week (NCMW), held during October 13 – 19th, Assisting Hands Home Care was thrilled to attend a luncheon in Davie, FL. This event seeks to celebrate the work of social workers and case managers for all of their hard work, and to raise money in contributing towards their cause. About National Case Management Week…

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What’s the Difference Between a Home Care Agency vs Home Care Registry?

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Home care agencies or home care registries (also known as nurse registries) differ on a vast scale. Family caregivers are encouraged to distinguish between each type of care when considering hiring support for a loved one at home. The first question to understand this differentiation is if they have their aides as employees or independent contractors since they both provide…

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