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Time Management Tips for Caregivers Who Feel Stretched Too Thin
Time management for caregivers is possible with the right support, structure, and a little help from Hired Hands Homecare.
How much extra time do you have on... Read More »
Brush Up on the Benefits of Art for Seniors
From painting to poetry, the benefits of art for seniors include memory support, emotional healing, self-confidence, and more.
It might start with a paintbrush, a lump of... Read More »
Noticing Shifts in Senior Sleep Patterns? Here’s What’s Normal – and What’s Not.
Senior sleep patterns normally shift in aging, but there are some exceptions you’ll need to be aware of.
Ever wonder why Dad falls asleep in the recliner... Read More »
The Unexpected Challenges of Supporting an Older Adult Through Grief
Loss is never easy, but it tends to feel even heavier with age. After a lifetime of building meaningful relationships, each goodbye can feel like a piece of... Read More »
Create Connection Through Cooking With Someone Who Has Dementia
The kitchen is a place where stories are told, hands are busy, and memories simmer right alongside the soup. That’s what makes cooking with someone who has dementia... Read More »
Vivian is Vibrant!
Today we’re proud to celebrate Vivian as our next Caregiver of the Month!
Vivian has just recently joined Hired Hands and we are so lucky to have her! She’s a... Read More »
What to Expect Emotionally When Your Caregiving Role Ends
Knowing what to expect emotionally when your caregiving role ends can help you heal, reflect, and begin to rediscover yourself.
When caregiving becomes your full-time reality, it... Read More »
Exercise Tips for Older Adults You’ll Actually Want to Try
These exercise tips for older adults are fun, doable and perfect for boosting health and connection.
It doesn’t take a major life event to spark a desire... Read More »
We “declare-ah” that we love Sera!
Please join us in congratulating Sera as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Last week, we had the pleasure of surprising Sera on shift while she was with Peter,... Read More »
Hooray for Peppy!
Please join us in congratulating Perpetua, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Perpetua, known lovingly by her clients as “Peppy”, is a highly skilled Caregiver specializing in Dementia,... Read More »
When to Use Dementia Reality Orientation and When to Let It Go
Dementia reality orientation can help or hurt, depending on how and when it’s used.
Did you ever wake up in the middle of a dream and wonder,... Read More »
How Dementia-Friendly Signs Help Bring the Familiar Back Home
Try these dementia-friendly signs to help someone you love minimize confusion at home.
If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgotten why you’re there, you’ve had... Read More »
