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How To Make Your Senior Feel Loved This Valentine’s Day By Supporting Their Mental Health And Emotional Needs

Two seniors stand in the kitchen during meal prep. There is a woman in the blurry distance. The man's back faces the camera and hides a bouquet of roses from the woman. It their favorite holiday: Valentine's Day.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, our minds often jump to images of long-stemmed roses, candlelight dinners, and young couples in love. But love is a much broader landscape than just romance. Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the enduring bonds of family, the warmth of lifelong friendships, and the beauty of shared history. […]

How Home Healthcare Can Help Make The Holidays More Enjoyable For Seniors and Their Families

A grandfather accepts a wrapped red and white gift from his granddaughter, while her parents watch. The family is sitting at the dinner table, surrounded in food, and festive holiday decor.

Key Takeaways: A Season for Connection and Support Each year, the holiday season offers families a chance to come together, be thankful, and celebrate one another. From baking cookies and sharing meals to singing carols, we all cannot wait to make memories. The holiday season is a time of joy, connection and family tradition. For […]

Kitchen Safety for Seniors: Help Your Loved One Keep Their Love of Cooking

An elderly man gladly cooks on his stove with fresh produce nearby to complete the recipe.

Key Takeaways: As we age, our ability to participate in the hobbies we’ve always loved comes with new challenges. Often, these challenges prevent our loved ones from finding joy in these activities. Especially if doing so potentially creates a health hazard for your senior. One hobby that can sometimes fall to the wayside due to […]

True or False Home Care Edition: Debunking Common Myths and Answering FAQs

A senior woman sits with her caregiver behind her.

Home care often brings to mind the elderly, but it benefits many, from post-op recovery to chronic illness management, helping maintain independence. This common misconception hinders families from realizing their potential. Informed decisions are crucial for loved ones. Understanding home care options goes a long way toward easing the burden families often feel when their […]

How In-Home Care Can Provide Palliative Care

A nurse with blonde hair pulled back into a ponytail sits on the edge of the bed as she assists an elderly, bed-bound woman with a drink of water.

When families hear ‘palliative care,’ they might not immediately associate it with ongoing support from the point of a cancer diagnosis or realize its focus on enhancing the quality of life alongside curative treatments.  Yet, palliative care offers a vital layer of comfort, symptom management, and emotional support. Even more empowering is the knowledge that […]