Posts from 2017 November 28, 2017 Home Helpers Reaches Out to Feed the Hungry Home Helpers owners and their families spent Veterans Day preparing food for veterans and others facing hunger. “It was a great way to spend Veterans Day – making meals that will feed not only those who served our country but also those our veterans fought to protect,” said ... Read More October 27, 2017 Seniors, Caregivers and the End of Daylight Savings Time In-home caregiving depends on routine. Not only is it important for the planning and sanity of the caregiver, it’s essential for the stable independence of those we love. The importance of routine and our reliance on it increases as we age. Time changes can be a major ... Read More September 06, 2017 Seven Things Dementia Family Caregivers Need to Do Home Helpers of Barrington, Palatine, Buffalo Grove and the surrounding cities understands that caring for a family member with dementia is a nonstop challenge. The stress never lets up and eventually the fatigue can take a serious toll on anyone. Our caregivers are ... Read More August 16, 2017 Senior Citizens Day - August 21 Although it can be demanding at times, most caregivers don’t need to be reminded of the many ways spending time with seniors and learning from their experiences can enrich our lives. Since the 1930s, American have marked one day in August to celebrate our seniors, the lives ... Read More July 29, 2017 Five ways to keep seniors safe during the hot summer months While many think of the Chicagoland area as being cold in the winter, those of us who live here know it can get pretty hot and humid during the summer. The University of Chicago Medical Center conducted a study that found 40% of heat related deaths in the U.S. were among ... Read More Page 1 of 3