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Alzheimers
  • How Alternative Sweeteners Can Help Alzheimer’s How Alternative Sweeteners Can Help Alzheimer’s Bet you don’t know that there is a link between Alzheimer’s Disease and…. wait for it…. SUGAR! We’ve been told for years how dangerous the effects are from a diet high in processed sugar. It’s not just an issue of getting cavities anymore; sugar has a far more terrible ... Read More
  • Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and How to Prepare Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and How to Prepare If you have a senior loved one who has dementia, then you already know what a job it is to provide proper care for them. When they also have Alzheimer’s Disease, you are looking at even more complex care. Many families can’t put their own lives on hold to be there for the ... Read More

Caregivers
  • 5 Tips for Caregivers to Take a Break 5 Tips for Caregivers to Take a Break If you are a caregiver to an elderly loved one, it’s very important that you learn to take care of yourself as well as your patient. You must learn how to prevent yourself from facing burnout and exhaustion to avoid a new set of health problems yourself. So why is it so hard ... Read More

Family Caregiving
  • Things to Consider Before Moving Aging Parents Into Your Home Things to Consider Before Moving Aging Parents Into Your Home If you have aging parents, you may have been faced with them struggling with their normal daily activities. If they live alone, this can be an especially distressing issue to face. You want them to stay as independent as possible for as long as possible, but if the time has ... Read More
  • Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming a Caregiver to Aging Parents Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming a Caregiver to Aging Parents If you are considering becoming a caretaker for your aging parents or other family member, there are a few questions you should ask yourself in preparation for this important role. It can be very demanding, but also wonderfully rewarding. Many of us have parents who have ... Read More

Health and Wellness
  • How Alternative Sweeteners Can Help Alzheimer’s How Alternative Sweeteners Can Help Alzheimer’s Bet you don’t know that there is a link between Alzheimer’s Disease and…. wait for it…. SUGAR! We’ve been told for years how dangerous the effects are from a diet high in processed sugar. It’s not just an issue of getting cavities anymore; sugar has a far more terrible ... Read More

Holiday Season
  • Thanksgiving Survival Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers Thanksgiving Survival Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday for Americans, meant to enjoy loved ones, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Planning for all this fun and relaxation can sometimes be a bit stressful, especially if you’re a caretaker for the senior loved one in your life. But fear not! ... Read More

News
  • Celebrate National Nurses Week Celebrate National Nurses Week National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6 and ends on May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. These permanent dates enhance planning and position National Nurses Week as an established recognition event. As of 1998, May 8 was designated as National Student Nurses Day, ... Read More
  • Exceptional Caregiver Award Winner Exceptional Caregiver Award Winner Donna Padilla 2015 Home Helpers Exceptional Caregiver Awards Celebrating the extraordinary people who make life easier for families across the country! Out of over 100 nominations received, Donna was one of only eight caregivers chosen to receive this award. Her compassion ... Read More

Senior Care
  • In-Home Care Services vs. Nursing Home Care In-Home Care Services vs. Nursing Home Care If an elderly loved one in your life needs advanced care, you may be wondering about the differences between in-home care services and nursing home care. In this article, we’ll look at these two options and help you determine which care plan is right for your loved one. ... Read More
  • 3 Ways to Keep Seniors Protected from Identity Theft 3 Ways to Keep Seniors Protected from Identity Theft Research shows that seniors today have more access than ever to the internet. This includes the use of smartphones, tablets and even computers. As technology becomes easier to use, there have been many devices that have specifically marketed to the senior generation, in ... Read More
  • Memory Loss: When to Be Concerned Memory Loss: When to Be Concerned Have you ever heard the phrase, “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks?” Many seniors start worrying that they are losing memory and cognitive thinking skills as they age, and many of them think it just comes with growing older. To some degree, that can be true, but how do ... Read More
  • Helping Seniors Have Healthy Skin Helping Seniors Have Healthy Skin Aging takes its toll on all of us and is especially noticeable on our skin. As we age, our skin becomes thinner, less elastic and transparent, making bones and veins more visible. If you’ve had years of sun exposure, the aging process on your skin will be even more ... Read More