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Understanding Autism: Tips for Caregivers

Sep232024skoh

Communication Strategies Effective communication is essential when caring for individuals with autism. Patience and understanding are crucial. Use clear, simple language and give them time to process information and respond. Visual aids, such as picture cards and written instructions, can be highly effective. Pay attention to non-verbal cues and be responsive to their needs. Establishing a consistent routine can also… Continue Reading Understanding Autism: Tips for Caregivers

Beating the January Blues

Jan232024skohcaregiver, Christmas, developmentally challenged care, elder care, Espanol, Exercise & Fitness, fall prevention, healthy aging, Holiday, home care aide, in home care, kidney care, long term care insurance, Music Therapy, Nutrition & Wellness, parkinsons, safety, senior care, socialization, special needs care, stroke care, Thanksgiving, veteran care

Beating the January blues is not difficult to do. January is often prime time for Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, a mood disorder that occurs when the seasons change. SAD usually starts in the fall and winter and continues until spring and summer hit again. Researchers have yet to show the crucial link of how diminished daylight leads to a… Continue Reading Beating the January Blues

Protecting Yourself Against Colds and Flus

Dec212023skohcaregiver, Christmas, developmentally challenged care, elder care, Espanol, Exercise & Fitness, fall prevention, healthy aging, Holiday, home care aide, in home care, kidney care, long term care insurance, Music Therapy, Nutrition & Wellness, parkinsons, safety, senior care, socialization, special needs care, stroke care, Thanksgiving, veteran care

When everyone around you is sporting a drippy nose or running a fever, how do you protect yourself against colds and flus? Sneezing, coughing, blowing of noses…the familiar sounds of winter. The flu is running even more rampant than usual this year it seems like, especially in light of covid. Here are some tips Wash Your Hands After you shake… Continue Reading Protecting Yourself Against Colds and Flus

Staying Physically Active During Winter

Nov302023skohAlzheimer's & Dementia, caregiver, Christmas, developmentally challenged care, elder care, Espanol, Exercise & Fitness, fall prevention, food drive, healthy aging, Holiday, home care aide, in home care, kidney care, long term care insurance, Nutrition & Wellness, parkinsons, safety, senior care, senior living facility, socialization, special needs care, stroke care, Thanksgiving

Now that Thanksgiving has passed, we approach the colder and darker days of December which often challenges many to stay physically active during winter. December also brings us the holidays of Christmas and New Year’s right around the corner! With all these festive days approaching, time spent with family and friends increases and that means ideas for activities are necessary.… Continue Reading Staying Physically Active During Winter

Fun Thanksgiving Activity Ideas

Nov152023skohAlzheimer's & Dementia, caregiver, developmentally challenged care, elder care, Espanol, Exercise & Fitness, fall prevention, healthy aging, heart disease prevention, home care aide, in home care, kidney care, long term care insurance, Music Therapy, safety, senior care, socialization

Thanksgiving 2023 is right around the corner and people are hustling to prepare for food and fun thanksgiving activity ideas already!

A Caregiver’s Journey

Sep072023skohassisting hands home care, autistic care, brain health, care, care arrangement, care coordination, care providers, caregiver, caregiving, compassion, confidence, developmentally challenged care, disabled care, elder care, encouragement, health care, home care, home care aide, independence, journey, success

My caregiving journey started when my mother started showing symptoms of dementia. It didn’t dawn on me that aging in their 80s would involve fears of dying, weaknesses, and physical pains that would limit them and and affect their mental health. Caring for my mother challenged my emotions, mental health, and even physical health as it affected my sleep eventually.… Continue Reading A Caregiver’s Journey

The Benefits of Having a Routine

Aug182023skohAlzheimer's, assisting hands home care, care, care arrangement, care coordination, caregiver, dementia, developmentally challenged care, elder care, fall prevention, healthcare, home care, home care aide, routine, schedule, senior care, structure

The benefits of having a routine can help reduce stress, which can lead to better mental health, more time to relax and less anxiety. Routines create structure and can promote mental, physical and emotional health. The absence of a routine can often lead to stress and feelings of unmanageability. A routine can help establish the most important things, limit your… Continue Reading The Benefits of Having a Routine

Taking Care of Loved Ones

Aug082023skohadvocacy, assisting hands, assisting hands home care, autistic care, care arrangement, care coordination, care providers, caregiver, caregiving, compassion, developmentally challenged care, dignity, disabled care, elderly, excellence, family, health care, home care, home care aide, independence, rapport, respect

Caregivers have a hard task of taking care of loved ones who may be in unfavorable conditions. Caregivers come from all walks of life and possess qualities that go beyond ordinary characteristics. They have to because it takes a lot to care for loved ones who are ill, disabled, and/or elderly. What Caregivers Learn One caregiver states: “I have learned… Continue Reading Taking Care of Loved Ones

Summer Activities for Special Needs

Jul242023skohassisting hands, assisting hands home care, Autism, developmentally challenged care, disabled care, down syndrome, home care, home care aide, home care providers, home care services, learning disability, regional center, special needs, special needs care, summer fun, summer safety, summertime

Summer is here and how do you encourage summer activities for folks with special needs? There are many camps for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities utilize therapeutic horseback riding.

Spring Cleaning Tips

Apr302023skohassisting hands, assisting hands home care, autistic care, care arrangement, care coordination, caregiver, caregiving, developmentally challenged care, elder care, health care, senior care, special needs care, spring cleaning, veteran care

Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors To optimize daily living, spring cleaning is a tradition for many in our communities. We discuss some spring cleaning tips may help folks feel motivated to take the first step. It’s April 2023 and spring is here after weeks of tumultuous rain in Southern California. Often, people clean their homes when spring arrives as the… Continue Reading Spring Cleaning Tips

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