Quitting Smoking Decreases Risk of Developing Cataract
Did you know that May 31 is World No Tobacco Day? May is also Healthy Vision Month, making this a…
Family Caregivers May Neglect Their Own Physical Activity Routine
Family caregivers are busy people! Many are providing many hours of care per week for their loved one, while juggling…
Living at Home with Arthritis
May is National Arthritis Awareness Month. According to the Arthritis Foundation, 50 million Americans are living with arthritis today, and…
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Assisting Hands Travel Service
Each and every Assisting Hands Home Care franchisee is passionate about not only meeting the physical needs of their clients,…
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When a Senior Loved One Hoards
As we grow older, many of us must make decisions about what to do with a lifetime of belongings. In more extreme cases, families find themselves dealing with hoarding, a disorder which becomes more common as people grow older.
March 10 – 16 is World Salt Awareness Week
When it comes to awareness about salt consumption, most of us know that consuming too much salt (sodium) can hurt…
Dining Out Without Filling Out: Healthy Restaurant Eating is Possible
In the two years since retirement, Regina has gained 15 pounds. When her doctor cautioned her about the weight gain…
When a Loved One Is Living with Chronic Illness, Home Care Can Help
When a loved one has a chronic illness, living independently can be a challenge.