“Let me know what I can do to help.” It’s a line all caregivers hear on a regular basis. Unfortunately, there’s often no follow-up action, leaving the caregiver disappointed, discouraged, and still in need of help. People who say this to caregivers may have the best of intentions, but they may not know what it is they can do to …
5 reasons to consider home care
Many people think of home care as something that only happens after surgery or an illness, or when an older adult needs support with daily tasks but is not ready for a nursing home. But home care is versatile, and there are many other instances where the services and supports of a reputable home care agency can be valuable. Here …
Home Health Services for the LGBT Community
There are many advantages to choosing home health services for a family member or other loved one. And for LGBTQ+ seniors, there are even more. Transitions like moving are difficult at any stage of life. There are boxes to pack, a lifetime of memories and stuff to go through and consolidate, room layouts to choose from, costs to calculate, logistics …
When should I bring in home care?
How do you know when it’s the right time to hire a home care provider? The answer is simple: the time is now. If you’re considering it, then there’s no time like the present to start the process. So while the answer “now” is a simple one, the process is a little more complicated. Here’s why. Caregivers often struggle with …