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  • 4 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers

    December 3, 2019

    This season causes the most challenges for seniors. However, with these few tips, it will be easy to stay safe while still enjoying the joyous holidays!

  • Education for Families of Parkinson's Disease

    April 17, 2019

    A Parkinson's diagnosis comes with a wide variety of challenges, questions and concerns. Fortunately, there are several organizations that work together to provide the education families need to understand and provide the right care for Parkinson's.

  • Common Nutrition Myths

    March 27, 2019

    These days, a new diet seems to populate every other day. While some of these diets may work, others are based off common nutrition myths.

  • At Senior Helpers, We Support Healthy Senior Fitness

    December 5, 2018

    Senior Helpers offers a wide range of programs designed to help your senior stay fit and motivated long into their golden years. We will work with you to develop a fitness plan for your loved one that will keep them healthy and on their feet.

  • How Your Loved One Can Maintain Independence

    November 28, 2018

    Helping your loved one stay motivated and independent can be difficult. That's why Senior Helpers' caregivers are there to help provide elderly home care for your loved one and keep them moving.

  • 6 Values We Live by at Senior Helpers

    November 21, 2018

    We have always believed that the backbone of every good company is its values. Senior Helpers has a clear values system, which all our caregivers abide by and truly sets us apart from our competition in our industry.

  • 4 Tips to Caring for Those Living With Alzheimer's and Dementia

    November 14, 2018

    With almost 9 million combined people suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia in the United States, finding ways to care for the affirmed is incredibly important. Providing quality Alzheimer's care and care for dementia is something that Senior Helpers keeps as one of its highest priorities. There are many ways we provide service and care for those in need. Here's a few tips if you're the elderly loved one acting as primary caregiver.

  • World Alzheimer's Month: How to Know it's Time for Alzheimer's Care Services

    November 7, 2018

    Alzheimer's is all too common among seniors, and many families aren't sure how to give their loved one the proper Alzheimer's care. If your loved one is demonstrating any of these symptoms, it might be time for Senior Helpers to step in.

  • Don't Put Off Getting Help. 4 Reasons to Enlist Senior Care Services Early

    October 31, 2018

    The only thing more important than enlisting senior care services for your loved one is enlisting them before it's too late. Here's why it's so important to seek help for your senior early on.

  • 6 Senior Home Care Methods to Make Your Home Safe for Seniors

    October 24, 2018

    It's tough to have peace of mind when your home poses several dangers to your elderly loved one. It's key to ensure that your home is safe and free of hazards, and it's easier than you think. By taking a few senior home care precautions you can keep your senior safe, give yourself peace of mind, and prevent a serious accident from occurring.

  • October is National Cholesterol Month: Tips to Help Your Senior Loved One Eat Healthy

    October 3, 2018

    A balanced, healthy diet can help make other aspects of in-home senior health care much easier. While your senior doesn't need the same number of calories they did decades ago, they still need a strong dietary plan. Here are some tips on how to make that happen.

  • Does My Loved One Need Dementia Care? Six Signs to Look For

    September 19, 2018

    Dementia is all too common among seniors, and many families can be unsure how to give their loved one the proper case. Often, it can prove overwhelming. If your loved one is demonstrating these symptoms they could need dementia care.

  • How to Help Combat Loneliness in a Senior Loved One with Senior Care Services

    September 12, 2018

    Unfortunately, loneliness is a common problem among seniors. According to a UCSF study, 18% of seniors live by themselves, and 43% claim to feel lonely on a regular basis. While none of us are strangers to occasional feelings of loneliness, isolation isn't a choice for seniors with health concerns or mobility issues. Reluctantly, it can become their lifestyle. It can be difficult to stay active or keep in touch with friends for seniors who are homebound. In addition to health detriments, isolation and loneliness can also lead to severe psychological issues. As much as you'd like to always be there to keep our loved one company 24/7, that's not always possible with a busy schedule and other obligations. With our attentive, experienced, and compassionate caregivers, Senior Helpers' senior care services is the perfect resource for staving off your loved one's loneliness.

  • Senior Helpers Provides Top-Notch Assistance for Senior Veterans

    August 15, 2018

    Veterans play an important role in the Senior Helpers family. We're proud to serve many of them in communities throughout the country, and we understand the unique difficulties they often encounter as they age. To be as accessible as possible, we offer premier assistance for senior veterans.

  • Everything You Need to Know About Working for Senior Helpers: How to Become a Caregiver

    July 11, 2018

    If you're passionate about giving back to your community and helping seniors and their families, caregiving might be the perfect job for you. But you're probably wondering what that process involves, and what we look for. Here's how to become a caregiver with Senior Helpers.

  • 5 Ways to Manage Your Senior Care Stress as a Caregiver

    June 27, 2018

    All family members are inclined to provide senior care for their elderly loved ones, but it's important to know when caregiving is becoming detrimental to your own well-being. Caregivers often find themselves easily stressed, and their quality of life can suffer. Here are a few tips on managing that stress.

  • How to Fund In-Home Care for your Loved One

    May 23, 2018

    If you've decided that in-home care is necessary for your loved one, your next question is probably: but can I afford it? At Senior Helpers, we never want cost to stand in the way of getting your loved ones the care they need, so we'll tell you everything you need to know about financing our services.

  • Benefits of Turning to Professional Senior Care

    April 30, 2018

    There are so many benefits of turning to professional care for your aging loved one. Contact a representative at Senior Helpers today to find out what we can do for you!

  • In-Home Senior Care Services We Offer at Senior Helpers

    April 25, 2018

    When you enlist Senior Helpers to help you loved one live a better quality of life, you'll be taking advantage of a wide range of services. From our extensive array of senior care options to suit all needs, to our expertly trained caregivers, our in-home senior care services are designed to accommodate all families.

  • 5 Common Health Concerns That Complicate Senior Care

    March 7, 2018

    Senior care is its own industry for a reason. Adults over 65 have a much higher chance of developing health concerns; but there are several preventative steps you can take to minimize the risk

  • How Do You Manage Your Stress as a Caregiver?

    February 28, 2018

    Taking care of your loved one doesn't have to mean forgetting to take care of yourself. Here are a few ways to manage the stress of long term senior care

  • These Safe, Fun Activities Can Actually Make Elder Care More Effective

    February 21, 2018

    Even for homebound seniors, it's important to stay active and get outdoors. Don't let limited mobility keep your loved one from venturing beyond the front door

  • Elderly Home Care Techniques to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe

    January 17, 2018

    There's nothing easy about elderly home care, but these helpful tips can make caregiving more manageable

  • 3 Reasons to Choose Senior Helpers as Your In-Home Senior Care Partner

    January 10, 2018

    Caregiving for a loved one is a trying and mentally exhausting process. Let Senior Helpers shoulder the burden. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive and professional in-home senior care services.

  • Our In-Home Senior Care Places Your Loved Ones in Good Care

    January 3, 2018

    How in-home senior care allows seniors to live with independence and dignity.