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Five Inspiring Reasons Why You Should Become a Caregiver
Five Reasons Why You Should Become a Caregiver Are you looking for a flexible schedule that will allow to be home with your children before and after school or take your aging loved ones to doctor’s appointments? Do you need a part-time job while finishing your education? Are you a retired professional looking for a meaningful way to give [...]
Combating Loneliness in Older Adults: Strategies for Connection and Well-Being
Combating Loneliness in Older Adults: Strategies for Connection and Well-Being. Your mom lives alone and no longer drives. She rarely leaves the house and has lost connections with friends and no longer participates in activities that she used to love. You worry about her spending too much time alone - and with good reason. Understanding the Impact of Loneliness [...]
10 Proven Tips to Support Aging Parents Who Resist Help
Navigating Conversations: 10 Essential Tips for Supporting Aging Parents Who Resist Help Your mom didn’t tell you about a nasty fall. Your dad won’t give up his car keys. Both parents shut down when you try to start a conversation about long-term living options. Why Aging Parents Often Resist Help “It’s something we see a lot - aging parents [...]
The Importance of Home Care: A Senior’s Best Option
The Importance of Home Care: A Senior’s Best Option Your mom and dad have lived safely and independently in their home for more than 50 years, but lately you’ve noticed things are a little off - there’s spoiled food in the fridge, mom’s hair is no longer perfectly styled and dad spends most of the day in the recliner watching [...]
5 Ways to Protect Seniors from Scams and Fraud in 2024
5 Ways to Protect Seniors from Scams and Fraud in 2024 Introduction: Scams Targeting Older Adults Did you know that older adults lost a staggering $1.9 billion to scams last year? And that’s only the reported cases—experts believe the actual numbers are much higher. Protecting seniors from scams is a growing concern, as fraudsters continuously evolve their methods to [...]
7 Key Signs Your Aging Loved Ones May Need Help at Home
7 Key Signs Your Aging Loved Ones May Need Help at Home Do Your Aging Loved Ones Need Help at Home? When you last visited your aging parents, did something feel off? Maybe there were stains on your mom’s clothes, your dad seemed glued to his recliner, or you noticed spoiled food in the fridge. These seemingly small details [...]
Top 25 Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors That They’ll Love
Top 25 Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors That They’ll Love Why Thoughtful Gifts for Seniors Matter Still searching for the perfect gift for your aging loved ones? “We know that coming up with holiday gift ideas for seniors can be challenging - especially if they insist they don’t need anything,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations director at HomeCare [...]
7 Expert Tips to Manage Caregiver Stress During the Holidays
7 Expert Tips to Manage Caregiver Stress During the Holidays The Holiday Struggle for Caregivers: A Common Reality You missed your son’s holiday program, because your mom fell in the shower. You forgot to make cookies for your daughter’s school party, because you were busy making dinner for your aging parents. It’s your turn to host the family holiday [...]
Home Health vs. Home Care: Understanding the Key Differences and Benefits for Senior Recovery
Home Health vs. Home Care: Understanding the Key Differences and Benefits for Senior Recovery Your mom is being discharged from the hospital after an unexpected surgery. The social worker assigned to her case says she’ll need home health and home care services in order to continue recovering at home. Why does she need both? Why Seniors Need Both Home [...]
How to Help Aging Loved Ones Enjoy the Holidays: Tips for Family Gatherings with Seniors
How to Help Aging Loved Ones Enjoy the Holidays: Tips for Family Gatherings with Seniors Understanding the Holiday Challenges for Aging Loved Ones You’ve been gathering with family members to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas for as long as you can remember… but this year, things are different. Your mom’s dementia is worsening, and your dad has become very frail. [...]
Family Caregiving Fast Facts: Statistics & Support for Family Caregivers
Family Caregiving Fast Facts: Statistics & Support for Family Caregivers The Reality of Family Caregiving in the U.S. Did you know… Over 34 Million Americans are Family Caregivers: More than 34 million people in the U.S. have provided unpaid care for an adult age 50 or older in the last 12 months. Caregiving for Multiple Adults: While 82% of [...]
How Technology is Empowering Seniors to Age in Place Safely and Independently
How Technology is Empowering Seniors to Age in Place Safely and Independently Why Technology is Essential for Seniors Aging in Place While it can sometimes be challenging, more and more seniors are turning to technology to help them remain in their homes as they age. “Certainly, nothing replaces the personal touch, but technology can help improve seniors’ lives and [...]
Home Care After Hospital Discharge: How Professional Caregivers Ensure a Safe Recovery
Home Care After Hospital Discharge: How Professional Caregivers Ensure a Safe Recovery Why Home Care After Hospital Discharge is Essential Your aging mom is recovering from an unexpected surgery. The hospital is ready to discharge her, but your dad is too frail to safely take care of her at home. You want to help… but you live more than [...]
Flu Shot Facts: Essential Information for Seniors and Their Families
Flu Shot Facts: Essential Information for Seniors and Their Families Have you gotten a flu shot? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 6 months old and older should get a flu shot, with rare exceptions. Because our immune systems weaken with age, it’s especially important for older people to get immunized. In recent years, it’s [...]
10 Essential Fall Prevention Tips to Keep Your Senior Loved Ones Safe and Independent
10 Essential Fall Prevention Tips to Keep Your Senior Loved Ones Safe and Independent The Importance of Fall Prevention for Seniors When it comes to falls, the odds are stacked against our aging loved ones. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every four seniors will fall this year - it’s the number one [...]
Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: What You Need to Know
Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: What You Need to Know The Prevalence of Alzheimer’s in the U.S. In the U.S., nearly 7 million people age 65 and older currently have Alzheimer’s disease. By 2050, that number is expected to double. “Working with seniors and their families, we understand that just thinking about the possibility of Alzheimer’s [...]
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Recognizing and Managing Caregiver Stress
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Recognizing and Managing Caregiver Stress Are you feeling overwhelmed or worried? Have you lost interest in activities you used to enjoy? Are you sleeping too much or too little? What is Caregiver Stress? “Caring for an aging loved one can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be challenging and stressful,” said Sierra [...]
Professional Caregiving Is The Perfect Career for Busy Moms
Why Professional Caregiving Is the Ideal Career for Busy Moms: Flexible, Fulfilling, and Financially Rewarding Looking for something to do when the kids go back to school? Have you thought about professional caregiving? At the HomeCare Advocacy Network, we offer flexible schedules that that allow busy moms to make extra money and do meaningful work without missing their kids’ [...]
Medication Management for Seniors: Tips to Avoid Common Mistakes
Medication Management for Seniors: Tips to Avoid Common Mistakes The Importance of Proper Medication Management How many prescription drugs do your aging parents take? If they’re like most seniors, they take at least one - probably more. While medicines can help us live longer and healthier, taking them the wrong way or mixing certain drugs can be dangerous - [...]
Top Ten Tech Gadgets to Help Seniors Age in Place Safely
Top Ten Tech Gadgets to Help Seniors Age in Place Safely You installed grab bars in the shower, improved lighting in dark hallways and tightened the handrails along the stairways. Are there other things you should do to make your aging mom’s home more senior friendly? “It’s important for seniors and their families to think about all of the [...]
Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline: Essential Tips for Preventing Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline The Growing Concern: Alzheimer's Disease By 2060, it’s estimated that 14 million people in the U.S. will have Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. The Power of a Healthy Lifestyle It’s a scary statistic - but there is good news. Recent studies show that a healthy lifestyle could lower the risk [...]
Easy Meal Prep Tips for Aging Parents: Ensuring Healthy Eating
Easy Meal Prep Tips for Aging Parents: Ensuring Healthy Eating During a recent visit with your mom, you noticed that she let others do the cooking - which is unusual, because she’s always loved preparing family meals. Has she lost interest? Is she having trouble remembering or reading the recipes? Is arthritis limiting her ability to pick up heavy [...]
Ensuring Senior Hydration: Vital Tips to Prevent Dehydration in Elderly Loved Ones
Ensuring Senior Hydration: Vital Tips to Prevent Dehydration in Elderly Loved Ones “I thought he was having a stroke.” That’s how Debbie Hilt, a consultant with the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN) describes her 95-year-old dad’s scary bout with dehydration. “I called to check in and noticed right away that he wasn’t himself,” Hilt said. “He was very confused and [...]
Essential Aging in Place Safety Checklist for Your Loved Ones
Essential Aging in Place Safety Checklist for Your Loved Ones Identifying Potential Hazards Does your mom still have decorative throw rugs scattered around her home? Is your dad’s living room cluttered with magazines, newspapers, books, and other items? Do you worry that your aging loved one may slip and fall in their shower or bathtub? If you answered yes [...]
10 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
10 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors As the temperature rises, so does the risk for heat-related problems - especially for older adults. “Summer is here, which means we’ll all be spending more time outdoors soaking up the sunshine,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations manager at the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “While sun exposure does have benefits - including [...]