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.
The Link Between Laughter and Memory Loss
The saying “Laughter is the best medicine” has been around forever. Still, it’s as relevant today as it was decades ago, maybe even more so given the high-stress levels so many people live with today, including our senior loved ones.
What to Do When a Senior with Dementia Starts to Wander
Unfortunately, not only is wandering often terrifying for the wandering senior, it can be physically dangerous. It’s estimated that about half of seniors who wander will suffer a fall, injury, fracture, or some type of elemental exposure. Here are several steps you can take to reduce the likelihood and hazards of nighttime wandering.
Home Care Pulse Podcast with Dave Tasto, Owner of Assisting Hands – Boston Northwest
Listen as Dave Tasto, Owner of Assisting Hands - Boston Northwest and Beau Daggett, Senior Software Advisor at AxisCare cover which client outcomes to focus on, which tools and resources are being under-utilized, and the [...]
Stay Vigilant Against these Senior Scam Tactics
To help you or your senior loved one guard against criminals who prey on the elderly, here are seven senior scam tactics often used to defraud older adults.
How to Determine if a Senior Can Continue Safely Aging in Place
Our experience has shown us that the best way to decide what’s best for the senior in your life continuing to age in place is by looking for warning signs that they shouldn’t live alone, without support.
JF&CS Virtual Memory Cafe: Pablo Picasso
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!
