Benefits of Having Companionship Services as Part of In-home Care

Social isolation in seniors has been linked to early mortality. To help combat the negative effects of loneliness and isolation, here are the ways having companionship can help.

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What to Expect if You’re Flying With a Relative With Early Dementia

From holidays to special events, there will be times when you need to fly with a relative who is struggling with early dementia. Someone struggling with early dementia might have trouble with memory and expressing their thoughts and words. This can make it challenging to fly with them.

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4 Low-Sugar Holiday Recipes That Are Perfect for American Diabetes Month

Those with diabetes can sometimes struggle to maintain their blood sugar. Here are 4 low-sugar holiday recipes perfect for American Diabetes Month.

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4 Ways to Stop Shorter Days From Impacting Quality of Life in Fall and Winter

For many seniors, the colder seasons are challenging. Here are 4 ways to stop shorter days from impacting quality of life in fall and winter.

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6 Mental and Emotional Benefits of Demonstrating Gratitude

Being grateful is one of the best ways to live a happier life. Here are 6 mental and emotional benefits of demonstrating gratitude.

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How Often Should Seniors Get Their Eyes Checked? And Other Tips for Senior Eye Health

How often should seniors get their eyes checked? Here are a few tips from Senior Helpers Charleston for maintaining senior eye health.

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HIV Drugs May Soon Treat Alzheimer’s

The similarities between Alzheimer’s Disease and HIV are few and far between, but recent studies are being conducted showing that the HIV drug, Lamivudine, helps reduce inflammation which leads to several age-related health issues. Continue Reading

Brain Food

Food is healing, food is power, and food is comforting – something we know all too well here in the Lowcountry with amazing chefs from Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms, Mount Pleasant, to the Charleston Peninsula – so why wouldn’t food also be beneficial for those suffering from age-related illnesses? We all know that the food we consume now can be a preventative for future problems but can it also help heal what has already experienced damage? Continue Reading

Exercise is More than an Endorphin High

Everyone knows that exercise is an essential part of maintaining one’s health. Not only does exercise maintain muscle mass, boost the metabolism, and help maintain a healthy weight, but vigorous exercise also releases the hormone endorphin, which is known as the “feel-good” hormone. Endorphins provide a happy high that can become addictive. Continue Reading

Gut Health and Its Link to the Brain

You may have noticed a recent influx of talk about a healthy gut – no this isn’t referring to your actual waistline. Your gut is a mix of bacteria inside your intestines called microbiota. Your microbiota, similar to your fingerprint, is completely unique to you. Researchers are now learning that gut health is linked to almost everything relating to the health of our bodies. Continue Reading

Welcome to 2019!

At the start of every year, millions of Americans write down their New Year’s Resolutions. Some of the top resolutions are to lose weight, exercise more, save money, and quit smoking. These are all great resolutions, but here is a list of resolutions specifically to take care of your brain. Continue Reading

A Thanksgiving to be Thankful For

Bringing together family at the holidays is usually a cause for celebration, but with those who have family members that suffer from Dementia, it can cause anxiety and stress thinking about how to accommodate that person and make everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Continue Reading

The Life of a CNA

Senior Helpers Charleston employs Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to provide in-home healthcare for elderly patients. But what does this actually mean? What does a CNA do?

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Eating Well in the Lowcountry

Charleston’s Healthiest Restaurants and Grocery Stores

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Food for Thought

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How Senior Helpers Charleston Can Help with Depression and Dementia

Recent studies have shown that dementia can be caused by or results from depression. Dementia is a body’s way of coping with extreme depression. Continue Reading