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.
5 Heart-Healthy Choices to Reduce the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Seniors
February is American Heart Month, making it the perfect time to focus on your “ticker.” No matter your age, reducing your risk for developing cardiovascular disease – or managing it more effectively – is possible by taking these steps.
Assisting Hands Receives 2023 Best of Home Care® – Employer of Choice Award
Assisting Hands announced today that it has received the 2023 Best of Home Care – Employer of Choice Award from HCP. The Employer of Choice Award is granted only to the top-ranking home care providers, based on employee satisfaction scores gathered by HCP, an independent satisfaction research firm. Assisting Hands is recognized among the best employers of in-home caregivers in the region.
What to Consider Before Moving Your Senior Loved One into Your Home
If you are thinking about moving an aging relative or friend into your home, you’re not alone. However, a “cohabitation” caregiving arrangement is not right for everyone. What follows are several things to consider before asking an aging loved one to move in with you.
6 Tips to Better Manage Dementia-Related Behaviors
Caring for a friend or relative with dementia can be very challenging for informal caregivers. What follows are six ways to manage dementia-related behaviors more effectively so your loved one can age in place safely and comfortably.
JF&CS Virtual Memory Cafe: Roque’s Photography
Jewish Family & Children Service is holding another Memory Cafe! In this one, we will take a look at iconic photographs throughout history!
Handling Disagreements Among Siblings Over the Care of a Parent
When it comes to making crucial decisions on Mom or Dad's behalf, it's easy for each sibling to think they know what's best. But not everyone can be right. Using these tips will help minimize sibling tension and ensure your parent's wishes are honored when that inevitable day arrives.
