Caregiving Reminders for Summer

Jun 23, 2022 | Uncategorized

Summer is in full swing, and as the temperatures rise, it’s critical for caregivers to be aware of how the heat can affect senior loved ones. Exposure to excessive heat can lead to dehydration, heat stroke, or heat exhaustion, so caregivers need to take extra...

Health Tips for Summer

Jun 16, 2022 | Uncategorized

As we look forward to more days spent outdoors, it’s important to keep safety in mind to prevent heat-related illnesses like heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Seniors are more susceptible to dehydration and other dangers because our bodies become less efficient at...

Tips for Maintaining Your Mental Health

May 11, 2022 | Home Care

Increased isolation, cognitive decline, and lapses in memory make seniors more susceptible to mental health problems. According to the CDC, approximately 20% of seniors ages 55+ experience mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or severe cognitive...

6 Important Things When you Care About Your Senior

Apr 18, 2022 | Home Care

As we age, it can become more difficult to keep up with our daily routines. According to recent data from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 7 out of every 10 people will require long term care in their lifetime. Mental or physical limitations can...

The Ultimate Diabetic-Friendly Grocery List

Feb 25, 2022 | Home Care

The CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation’s 2020 National Diabetes Statistics Report found 34 million Americans have diabetes, and 88 million American adults have prediabetes. Eating a healthy, balanced diet is a crucial part of managing prediabetes and type 2...

The Process to Getting Your HHA Certification

Feb 11, 2022 | HHA Education

If you are passionate about helping others, you can find rewarding work as a home health aide for a home care agency. While the process to become certified varies state-by-state, it typically does not require a formal education or a significant amount of training  to...