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  • Outdoor Activities: Engaging Seniors Safely

    May 18, 2024

    Explore the benefits of outdoor activities for seniors and discover safe and enjoyable pursuits your senior loved ones will appreciate.

  • Allergy Management: Caregiver Strategies for Senior Care

    May 13, 2024

    From reducing allergen exposure to collaborating with professionals, learn effective caregiver strategies for managing allergies in senior loved ones.

  • Financial Literacy for Caregivers

    April 26, 2024

    Elevate your financial literacy as a caregiver. Learn how to navigate budgeting, insurance, and government benefits to ease the financial strain of caregiving.

  • Parkinson's and Depression Among Seniors

    April 20, 2024

    Discover the connection between Parkinson's disease and depression in seniors. Learn symptoms, treatments, and coping strategies to ensure better senior care.

  • Decluttering: Spring Cleaning for Seniors

    March 19, 2024

    Discover spring cleaning tips tailored for seniors. Learn how to refresh your living space safely and overcome challenges with help from in-home caretakers.

  • Meal Prep Hacks Tailored for Older Adults

    March 14, 2024

    Discover meal prep hacks for seniors and learn how to simplify your cooking routines to create tasty, nutritious, and effortless meals.

  • Senior Safety: Prepping for Heart Emergencies

    February 17, 2024

    Find out how to navigate cardiac-related crises effectively and learn preparation strategies when responding to senior heart emergencies.

  • Ways Seniors Can Celebrate National Wear Red Day

    February 13, 2024

    Discover fun ways seniors can participate in National Wear Red Day, and find out how to promote heart health awareness with engaging activities.

  • Organizing Your Home for the New Year

    January 24, 2024

    Start the year right by organizing your home and enhancing your living space. Explore helpful tips and practical strategies to declutter your space and create a more functional and inviting environment for the new year.

  • Hydration Tips for Seniors During Winter

    January 16, 2024

    Keeping seniors hydrated is just as important in winter as it is in summer. From drinking warm beverages to eating hydrating foods, explore helpful ways to ensure winter hydration for seniors and ensure their well-being throughout the cold season.

  • Creating Holiday Memories with Inclusive Crafting

    December 22, 2023

    Craft cherished holiday memories with senior loved ones through inclusive crafting. From personalized ornaments to memory books, make this holiday season special for all through the beauty of shared experiences.

  • Why Seniors With Dementia Need Holiday Traditions

    December 11, 2023

    Discover the importance of holiday traditions for seniors with dementia. Learn how established routines and familiar customs can provide a sense of joy, belonging, and continuity for seniors living with the condition.

  • How Pets Can Improve Mental Well-Being

    November 11, 2023

    Uncover the transformative power of pets in enhancing mental well-being in seniors. Learn about the the positive effects of pet ownership, and how they can provide seniors with a sense of purpose in their retirement years.

  • Adjusting to the Daylight Savings Time Change

    November 10, 2023

    Help your senior loved ones smoothly transition into the time change. Explore practical tips for adjusting to Daylight Saving Time and assist them in adapting to the new schedule as the clocks fall back.

  • Incorporating Mindful Eating Habits Among Diabetic Seniors

    October 11, 2023

    Mindful eating can transform the lives of diabetic older adults. Learn how to incorporate healthy and conscious food choices into your senior loved one's daily routines for better well-being.

  • Addressing Loneliness Among Older Adults During the Holidays

    October 10, 2023

    Learn how to tackle holiday loneliness among older adults. Discover practical strategies and heartwarming solutions to bring joy, connection, and companionship to the festive season.

  • Navigating Back-to-School Stress as a Caretaker

    September 15, 2023

    Balancing back-to-school stress and caregiving? Don't let back-to-school stress overwhelm you. Discover practical solutions to manage both responsibilities effectively without compromising self-care.

  • Understanding How Fall Affects Senior Health

    September 14, 2023

    Autumn's arrival brings its own set of health considerations for seniors. Explore how fall affects senior health and take proactive steps to ensure your loved one's well-being and safety as the season shifts.

  • How Can Caregivers Assist With Glaucoma Management?

    August 12, 2023

    Caring for a senior loved one with glaucoma? From medication adherence to regular monitoring, discover essential ways caregivers can provide support in glaucoma management.

  • How To Help Deal With Seasonal Allergies And Irritated Eyes

    August 11, 2023

    Ensure seniors enjoy the beauty of every season without having to deal with seasonal allergies and irritated eyes. Learn effective techniques to help them cope with seasonal allergies and find relief from eye irritation, so they can enjoy life to the fullest, no matter the season.

  • In-Home Help Safety Tips

    July 27, 2023

    If your senior loved one is still very active in their community, they will appreciate any ability to continue living at home.  In home senior care is an option to help them maintain this lifestyle.  Some simple changes around the house can make daily activities simpler such as storing items on lower shelves for easy reach; leave a step stool at ready access, and tacking or taping down fraying carpets.  Rearranging furniture to allow for easy moving throughout the house is also helpful.  In home help from a family member is very beneficial and professional care also includes light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, as well as companionship.

  • In-Home Dementia Care

    July 20, 2023

    When asked, most seniors would express a strong desire to remain in their own home for as long as physically and emotionally possible.  Even when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementia related disease; they are able to keep their independence.  All caregivers from Senior Helpers are highly trained and are experts in dementia care.  It is important for the mental health of a loved one coping with dementia that their life stays as routine and predictable as possible. 

  • Helping Your Senior Loved One Remodel for Aging in Place

    July 18, 2023

    Support your senior loved one's desire to age in place by guiding them through the home remodeling journey. Explore practical strategies and design modifications that can improve their daily living and ensure long-term comfort.

  • In-Home Professional Help and a Cool Home in Summer

    July 13, 2023

    When family outings and other social events such as weddings and graduations call for time spent outdoors, it is important to help an elderly loved one to beat the heat.   Remind your loved one to wear loose, breathable layers like cotton.   Whenever possible, remind your aging loved one to wear lighter colors as well.  A sun hat can also help to prevent sunburn on the skin.  Bring an umbrella to help provide shade if trees or a canopy is not available at the event.

  • Evaporative Coolers Vs. AC for Family Caretakers of Seniors

    July 12, 2023

    Enhance your caregiving efforts by selecting the ideal cooling solution for seniors. Understand the differences in efficiency, cost, and effectiveness in creating a comfortable living environment for seniors during hot seasons.