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  • Senior Care and Super Foods

    May 19, 2022

    There 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 Lansdale are available to help guide a senior loved one with making the right food choices when cooking and or grocery shopping.

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  • In-Home Dementia Care

    March 3, 2022

    When 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 Lansdale.

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  • Holidays and Senior Care

    December 10, 2021

    The 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.

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  • Parkinson's and In-Home Help

    October 22, 2021

    If 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 Lansdale.

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  • Remembering Family Members and Affordable In Home Care

    September 23, 2021

    Sometimes 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. 

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  • Keeping Family Close and In Home Caregivers

    September 17, 2021

    Our 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. 

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  • Care for Alzheimer's and Dementia Sufferers

    August 30, 2021

    Alzheimer’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.

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  • Caring and Consistent Home Care

    August 20, 2021

    When 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 Lansdale, 215-699-5400, makes it possible for your family to find peace of mind. 

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  • In-Home Help for Seniors and Elderly

    August 9, 2021

    In 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. 

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  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Care and Effective Communication

    July 22, 2021

    When 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 Lansdale, 215-699-5400, understands the importance of broadening to include the family as well.

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  • In Home Veterans Care

    July 9, 2021

    If 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 Lansdale. 

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  • Senior Independence

    July 2, 2021

    Many 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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  • In Home Elderly Care and Peace of Mind Visits

    January 19, 2021
    It’s understandable that life gets busy. You can’t be everywhere at once; and you shouldn’t have to be. If you have an elderly loved one who lives a great distance from you; you both would benefit from a peace of mind visit from a compassionate caregiver from Senior Helpers. Continue Reading
  • Assisted Living at Home

    May 14, 2020

    In 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 caregiving.

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  • Helping Loved Ones Remember

    April 24, 2020
    If you are involved in the care of a loved one coping with Alzheimer’s or dementia, you may wonder how you can help them to remember their past. Caring for a loved one coping with Alzheimer’s disease can get complicated at times. Continue Reading
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia in Home Care for the Holidays

    December 20, 2019
    The winter holidays are all about creating wonderful memories together with your family. Due to busy work schedules and distance it is the only time of the year where entire families are together and create happy memories together. It is especially important to create happy memories with the eldest members of our family. Unfortunately, if a loved one has been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s you may be struggling to cope with how to care for them. Alzheimer’s is a very scary disease for many to confront as the person you loved appears to forget who you even are. It is an extremely stressful situation for family of Alzheimer’s patients to handle. Continue Reading
  • In Home Care for Seniors and Happy Veterans Day

    November 8, 2019
    Our nation has celebrated freedom for centuries now, and a lot is owed to our military and its members. Veterans Day is celebrated every year on November 11th. This is a special day to celebrate our nation’s veterans who have sacrificed so much to keep America free. Veterans Day is a wonderful reason to acknowledge your veteran loved one’s service and give them a sense of support and validation. Continue Reading
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia in Home Care

    September 27, 2019
    When a family is learning to cope with a loved one who is recently diagnosed with a dementia related disease, they may feel weighed down with the many options available for assistance. They may feel that they are unable to give their loved one the type of care they need to function. In some cases, a family may choose to move their loved one to an assisted living facility or nursing home. While nursing homes and assisted living facilities are common options for those who need care for their loved ones struggling with Alzheimer’s or other dementia related disease, it is not often the best choice and too drastic. Change is difficult for most people. For a person newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, change can have traumatic effects. Another downside of institutionalized care is the resident has no control over their lives. In many cases, a person may feel like a number or a task on a long to-do list. Alzheimer’s and dementia in home care by Senior Helpers of Memphis will always treat your loved one like a person. They will always be treated with dignity and respect. Continue Reading
  • Remembering Family Members and Affordable In Home Care

    September 7, 2018
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  • Helping Your Loved One Stay Active with In Home Help

    September 29, 2017
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  • The Benefits of In-Home Help for a Loved One

    Your loved one’s safety is the top priority. With an extra set of eyes to keep your loved one safe, you and your family will greatly benefit from in home elderly help. Continue Reading