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Itchy eyes can start as a minor problem and turn into a major one, especially during allergy season. Take a look at these six easy remedies you can do at home.
Six Easy Remedies for Itchy Eyes at HomeIn today's fast-paced world, many older individuals require additional assistance and support in their daily lives. Home health and home care services have emerged as essential options for those in need. At Senior Helpers, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive home health care and in-home care services to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our team of compassionate and skilled home health aides and caregivers is committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of individuals in the comfort of their own homes. Whether it's non-medical home care or specialized home health care services, Senior Helpers is here to offer personalized care solutions through our reputable home care agency.
Home Health vs Home Care: Understanding the DifferencesWhen it comes to end-of-life care, two options frequently arise; palliative care and hospice care. Although they share similarities, there are distinct differences between the two approaches. Choosing between a hospice program and a palliative care organization is a big undertaking and not one to be taken lightly.
Understanding the nuances that differentiate hospice services from a palliative care team empowers individuals and their families to make informed decisions about their loved one's care during challenging times.
Palliative Care vs Hospice: Understanding the Differences and Similarities
Managing sodium intake is very important, but food doesn't have to be bland. These are the 5 herbs & spices to add flavor to your food without using salt.
5 Herbs & Spices to Add Flavor to Food Without SaltTransitioning to memory care for Alzheimer's patients requires careful planning. Discover how Senior Helpers can support you through this process.
Navigating the Transition: How to Help an Alzheimer's Patient Move into Memory CareDiscover the stages of dementia, associated symptoms, and how in-home care can support individuals. Get specialized care from Senior Helpers.
Stages of Dementia and How In-Home Care Can Help Your Loved OneDiscover the importance of ADLs for seniors and how in-home care agencies promote independence. Learn about assessing, managing, and supporting ADLs
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for Senior In-Home Care AgencyThe Fourth of July celebration is always sweeter with desserts! You don't have to compromise your health or miss out on all the goodies with these sweet, healthy low-sugar dessert selections.
Celebrate July 4th With These Low-Sugar Desserts for SeniorsKeeping track of our heart health becomes increasingly important as we age. For seniors who want to monitor their heart health, take a look at this guide about using wearable technology.
A Guide to Using Wearable Technology to Monitor Heart HealthSummer is a great time to read some new books. For those who want to start looking for a club in the Clearwater area, here's a guide on how you can join a book club this summer.
How to Join a Book Club This Summer: Where to Start LookingMother's Day is a great day for celebrating the mothers in our lives. Unfortunately, some people don't live near their adult children. Here's how you can celebrate Mother's Day with your local friends.
How to Celebrate Mother's Day With Local FriendsMay is Military Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate the men and women for their service. Here are some celebration ideas you can try with your adult children.
Celebrate Military Appreciation Month With Adult ChildrenYour senior loved one's Parkinson's diagnosis will impact your caregiving duties. It's important to understand the practical implications of the diagnosis as you continue your caregiving.
The Practical Implications of a Parkinson's Diagnosis for Your Caregiving ResponsibilitiesCaring for a senior loved one with Alzheimer's can be challenging, especially when the condition progresses and sundowning becomes more frequent. It's important to incorporate sundowning effects into your caregiving schedule.
How to Incorporate Known Sundowning Effects Into Your Caregiving ScheduleNewly retired seniors may have trouble finding something to do. DIY projects can benefit seniors. Here's how DIY projects can enhance cognitive function in old age and increase one's self-confidence.
How DIY Projects Can Enhance Cognitive Function In Old Age And Increase Self-ConfidenceIt's time to focus on spring cleaning, but it can be an overwhelming task. Here are some simple ways to deep clean your home when you're overwhelmed by chores.
Spring Cleaning 101: Simple Ways To Deep Clean Your Home When You're Overwhelmed By ChoresEvery senior, regardless of socioeconomic status, deserves equal access to care. Let's cover exactly why health equity matters, and five ways you can help advocate for health equity in your community.
4 Ways to Support Health Equity Through Local Organizations in Your AreaCaring for an elderly relative with Dementia can be difficult. Here are some easy, simple and effective tips on how to calm a confused or agitated elderly relative with Dementia.
How to Calm a Confused or Agitated Elderly Relative With DementiaCaring for an elderly family member with dementia or Alzheimer's disease can be incredibly stressful. Learn some steps you can take as a caregiver that will help reduce stress while providing compassionate care.
Reducing Stress at Home With Your Elderly Relatives Who Have Dementia or Alzheimer’s DiseaseCaring for an elderly relative can be a challenging and expensive task. Find out where to find financial assistance when caring for an elderly relative.
Where to Find Financial Assistance When Caring for an Elderly RelativeHolidays are a magical time of year when you have the opportunity to give gifts that show your love and appreciation for the people in your life, including your seniors. If your senior is in a situation that may find them moving into a retirement home soon, there is no better time than now to give them gifts that will help make that transition as smooth and seamless as possible. Senior Helpers of Clearwater, which serves the Clearwater, Dunedin, Safety Harbor, Pinellas Park, Largo, and Clearwater Beaches can also assist you with the transition, helping your seniors to move through the process of moving into a retirement home with ease. Take a look at our list of recommended gifts that will help your seniors as they adjust from their own homes to retirement homes.
Great Gift Ideas for Elderly Relatives Who Might Move to a Retirement Home SoonBeing bedridden or wheelchair-bound can be emotionally and mentally straining, especially for seniors. Whether it's due to chronic illness, surgery, severe injury, or old age, the inability of an elderly loved one to leave their bed or wheelchair makes them lose much of their independence, freedom, and enjoyment of life.
Fortunately, there are many ways to help a senior loved one feel better. A small gesture such as getting them a gift may just be what is required to lift their mood and make their day. Additionally, getting them a gift can make them more comfortable, bring them joy, entertain them, and also help them forget about their current situation for a while.
6 Gift Ideas for Temporarily Bedridden or Wheelchair-Bound SeniorsThe holidays are here, and it means it's time to share a meal with your family and friends. For those who are worried about diabetes, you can try these Thanksgiving dishes in moderation.
3 Thanksgiving Dishes to Enjoy With Moderation If You're Worried About DiabetesWhile it is important that you take care of your senior loved one, you also need to take care of yourself. Here's what you can do if you feel overwhelmed as a caregiver to a family member.
What to Do If You Feel Overwhelmed as a Caregiver to a Family MemberDays are shorter now thanks to fall and winter. Seniors who live at home alone prefer not to go out after the sun sets. Here are 6 strategies for fighting loneliness and isolation.
6 Strategies for Fighting Loneliness and Isolation As the Sun Sets Earlier