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.
How to Successfully Work with Home Care Services
Although coordinating services with a home care provider isn’t always easy, it is possible to ensure that your loved one’s needs are consistently met – and their wishes honored – by taking these steps.
JF&CS Virtual Memory Cafe: Jeff the Plant Guy
Caring for a loved one with dementia? Looking for something fun and engaging to do? The JF&CS Memory Cafe coming up might be perfect!
Home Care vs. Assisted Living: How to Decide?
Millions of families each year must accept the fact that their aging loved ones can no longer live independently without outside assistance. This handy eldercare guide will help ensure that you weigh the pros and cons of hiring a professional in-home caregiver versus moving your loved one into an assisted living community.
JF&CS Virtual Memory Cafe: Dance and lot’s of fun!
Jewish Family & Children Service is holding another Memory Cafe! This one will be virtual featuring expressive dance!
The Many Benefits of Elderly In-Home Care
You’ve considered professional home care but still don’t know if it’s the best option for your family. To ensure the right decision, here are some key advantages of in-home eldercare you may have missed.
What if I Suspect My Mother Has Dementia?
Mom’s forgetfulness has now reached the point you suspect she has dementia. What should you do? When you’re dealing with aging in a place loved ones may have dementia, providing them with the care they need can be challenging. But doing so is possible when you use this approach.


