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The Hidden Signs of Pain You May Be Overlooking
Recognizing pain isn’t always as simple as asking, “Where does it hurt?” Some older adults have difficulty describing what they’re feeling because of dementia or another cognitive condition.... Read More »
Happy Labor Day!
On this important day, we tip our hat and raise our glass to our amazing team of dedicated professionals. Every day, you go out of your way to make... Read More »
Want to Reduce Chronic Pain? It Begins at Home.
Living with pain means accepting that some days will be better than others…and that finding ways to reduce chronic pain becomes paramount. While arthritis and other chronic conditions... Read More »
Watch for These Common Comorbidities of COPD
Watching a loved one manage the daily challenges of COPD isn’t easy. You see them struggle with breathlessness and fatigue, and you want to do everything you can... Read More »
The Art of Decluttering Your Parents’ Home While They Can Still Join In
You’ve finally decided to bite the bullet and start working on downsizing and decluttering your parents’ home. As you begin sorting through the attic, you come across a... Read More »
The Unexpected Sense of Loneliness While Battling Cancer
Your parent may be surrounded by caring people after a cancer diagnosis. Friends stop by to visit. The phone rings more often. Cards arrive in the mail. Even... Read More »
“Michelle Deserves Every Ounce of Recognition”
Please join us in congratulating Michelle, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Michelle has been a valued member of the Hired Hands team since August 2024 and we... Read More »
Don’t Let a Diagnosis of Cancer Overtake Your Parent’s Life
After a cancer diagnosis, it can seem as though one word suddenly takes over every corner of life. It becomes the focus of conversations, fills the calendar with... Read More »
If Mom Has Alzheimer’s, Will You Get It Too?
When Mom has Alzheimer’s and you watch her struggling to remember your name or losing track of her daily routine, an unsettling thought might creep into your mind:... Read More »
How to Make Life Better for Someone With Alzheimer’s Using Routines and Reminders
When it comes to Alzheimer’s, it’s the little things that can make a big difference. Simple, thoughtful routines and reminders can transform life for the individual, bringing moments... Read More »
What to Watch For the First Night Home After Surgery to Prevent a Readmission
By the time your older loved one settles into their own bed again the first night home after surgery, everyone is running on empty. The hospital stay may... Read More »
Why So Many Rehospitalizations Happen During the First Week Home
The hospital stay is over. Discharge instructions have been reviewed. Everyone is eager to get back to familiar surroundings and begin the recovery process at home. It feels... Read More »
