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Continue ReadingWhen 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.
Continue ReadingCaring for a family member with sundowning can be an incredibly challenging experience. Here are tips to help you maintain a balanced family life and provide greater peace of mind for all involved.
Continue ReadingHere are caregivers' guides and tips on how to capitalize on the benefits of spring to help manage seasonal affective disorder in seniors and reduce the effects of SAD. Let's get started and bring some springtime cheer into the lives of our senior loved ones!
Continue ReadingA professional caregiver helps with the day-to-day activities of your senior loved one. Here are some ways you can show appreciation for these dedicated caregivers and how expressing gratitude can benefit everyone involved.
Continue ReadingPeace of mind visits are in-home visits that are performed on a regular basis to assess your elderly loved one’s needs. The daily or weekly visit will reassure you that your aging loved one is taking the proper medications and that they are eating nutritious meals like they should. If needed, your elderly loved one can enjoy a freshly prepared meal and hygiene assistance, if applicable, as well as companionship and transportation help to appointments and local events.
Continue ReadingEvery year we make resolutions and why not choose to make this New Year the one focused on caring for yourself? If we are better caring for ourselves, the better we can care for others, such as our elderly loved ones. If you are the primary family caregiver, it’s important to realize there is no reason to feel that you can’t take time to yourself from the everyday challenges of caring for an elderly loved one. You need to take care of yourself so that you can properly care for you elderly loved one. This New Year, it is important to remember to balance yourself. Take care of your soul and it will take care of you. Then you can take proper care of others. Taking time to refresh and recharge is vitally important when it comes to giving of your time to elderly loved ones.
Continue ReadingCaregivers often forget how important it is to take time away from the daily pressures of caring for a loved one. It can be quite beneficial to take an entire day off, or at the very least a few hours from a very busy schedule. Hire in home help or request that a family member or friend to step in for the day so you can carve out me-time.
Continue ReadingThere are some helpful books that will guide a family caregiver toward taking time and care for themselves. There are many books out there that offer up tips and advice for those who wish to start providing care for a loved one.
Continue ReadingThere are times when an elderly loved one is able to keep up with their personal care needs but is falling behind on their household chores and tasks. You can count on in home care for veterans from Senior Helpers of Florence to provide assistance with daily tasks such as light housekeeping, vacuuming, laundry, grocery shopping and other jobs. Your veteran loved one will appreciate being able to spend their time visiting with friends and loved ones instead of feeling like a burden with a long list of chores that need to be performed in their house.
Continue ReadingThere are many senior super foods that are great for protecting our loved one’s health. We can find ways to incorporate these foods into daily eating without having to change one’s diet drastically. There are some grains that can be included in the list of senior super foods. Oatmeal when cooked is generally low in calories and provides high fiber, protein, iron and other minerals. Oatmeal is a senior super food that will lower cholesterol. Another option to add as a dinner side is quinoa. Quinoa is a senior super food that can substitute pasta, rice, and other types of grains. This super food is full of protein, antioxidants, mineral, high fiber, and is also gluten free. Highly trained and compassionated caregivers from Senior Helpers of Florence are available to help guide a senior loved one with making the right food choices when cooking and or grocery shopping.
Continue ReadingWhen a loved one is diagnosed with a dementia related disease, the new struggles may seem a bit frightening. It may feel like moving to an assisted living facility is the best and only option. There is no need to uproot their lives to get the dementia care they need. Dementia care at home is possible with the support of a highly trained and responsible caregiver from Senior Helpers of Florence.
Continue ReadingThe holidays are especially important for a senior loved one to receive in home care. Not only does the elderly person feel like less of a burden on their family, but their family can have peace of mind knowing someone is caring for them during the hectic time of the holiday season.
Continue ReadingIf a senior loved one has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, it may be helpful and also bring peace of mind to the family to have in home help. The daily companion may be a family member or a highly trained caregiver from Senior Helpers of Florence.
Continue ReadingSometimes our lives get so busy that we forget to slow down and focus on what is truly important. Love and family is so vital to living a happy and healthy life. Giving and receiving love helps us to thrive. While it’s difficult to avoid a hectic schedule; it is important to take the time to show our elderly loved ones how much we care.
Continue ReadingOur families continue to grow older and as each year passes, distance can come between us. It is more important than ever to create a bond that will keep your family close even when the miles separate. One way to develop closeness in the family is to create a ritual and maintain it.
Continue ReadingAlzheimer’s is a form of dementia and is the most common type of dementing disease afflicting the elderly. It is a slow, progressive and ultimately fatal disease. When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementia related disease, the decision for care can be quite challenging.
Continue ReadingWhen asked, most seniors would express a strong desire to remain independent in their home and active in their community for as long as physically possible. Caring and consistent home care for your elderly loved one from Senior Helpers of Florence, 859-283-5500, makes it possible for your family to find peace of mind.
Continue ReadingIn today’s society, it is common for extended families to be separated from loved ones by long distances. At some point in your loved one’s life, they will become unable to properly care for themselves. In that instance, you are faced with the challenge of long-distance care giving.
Continue ReadingWhen a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementia related disease, your family may worry about the best option for care for an elderly loved one. Although traditional forms of dementia and Alzheimer’s care typically focused on the impaired person, Senior Helpers of Florence, 859-283-5500, understands the importance of broadening to include the family as well.
Continue ReadingIf your veteran loved one has become frailer and requires personal care assistance, it is possible that your loved one can keep their dignity and remain in the privacy of their beloved home with the help of a compassionate caregiver from Senior Helpers of Florence. When the decision about proper assistance for a veteran loved one becomes your responsibility, you may worry which is the best option.
Continue ReadingMany seniors currently live active lifestyles and wish to remain a part of their social circles and participate in local events. Some medications and dementia related diseases may make driving unsafe. A trusted caregiver from Senior Helpers can provide the transportation to and from local events, appointments, and shopping as desired by a senior loved one. Transportation helps to maintain independence because a senior loved one is still a part of their community without worry about returning home safely.
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