Our Blog
Welcome to the Assisting Hands® Home Care Blog, your go-to resource for insightful articles, tips, and updates on home care services in the Lexington and Bedford area. Here, we share expert advice on a wide range of topics, from caregiving and health tips to stories that inspire and inform. Our goal is to keep you connected and informed about the best practices in home care, helping you and your loved ones navigate the journey with confidence and ease. Whether you’re a caregiver, a family member, or someone seeking home care services, our blog is designed to provide valuable information and support for all your needs. Thank you for visiting, and we hope you find our content helpful and engaging.
3 Ways to Make Your Home Safer for an Aging-In-Place Senior
If you are unsure how to make your home safer for aging loved ones, avoiding preventable accidents is possible by using these home modification tips.
Why Every Family Caregiver Needs a Respite Care Plan
No matter what role you find yourself playing within the caregiving continuum, here's why respite care should be an essential part of your family's overall elder care plan.
Welcoming Assisting Hands Home Care – Boston Northwest to Lexington: Quality Home Care Services for Seniors and Those with Disabilities
We're excited to announce that Assisting Hands Home Care - Boston Northwest has moved from Bedford to Lexington! Read on to learn more about our move!
Follow These Steps as a First-Time Family Caregiver
Although caring for an older friend or relative can be one of the most gratifying experiences you’ll ever have, it can also be physically and emotionally exhausting. Ensuring that everything goes well while navigating through previously uncharted waters as an informal family caregiver requires the ability to understand the challenges ahead and how to plan accordingly.
4 Keys to Maximize Available Support Through the VA
Often overlooked by the families of eligible servicemen and women, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers many benefits for veterans and their informal caregivers. Although it can be a complicated system to navigate, there are ways to maximize a loved one’s available caregiving support through the VA – starting with these four.
JF&CS Virtual Memory Cafe: Terry E. Carter’s Origin Story
Jewish Family & Children Service is holding another Memory Cafe! In this one, we will learn about Terry E. Carter's poems, inspirations, and life story.
