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Help at Home for Seniors Shouldn’t Wait for a Breaking Point
Decisions about home care are rarely straightforward. When your parent is still living independently and managing most daily routines, it can be difficult to know whether bringing in... Read More »
Why Oversleeping in Dementia Happens and How to Support Better Days
If you’re noticing that a loved one with dementia is sleeping more during the day, you’re in good company. Oversleeping in dementia is extremely common, and it can... Read More »
How to Help Create a Positive Outlook for Aging Parents
Caring for an aging parent often means becoming their cheerleader and confidant. It should never be just about managing medications or medical appointments; you’re enriching their life, making... Read More »
The Lasting Impact of Senior Home Care Assistance in Assisted Living – Part 2
A move into a care community often brings a sense of reassurance.
There’s a plan in place. Support is available. And there’s comfort in knowing that help is... Read More »
Proper Prep Saves Lives!
Join our friends at Emergency Prep Help (EPH) this summer as they present several FREE Community Workshops specifically designed to prepare seniors for natural disasters and other emergencies. Great... Read More »
Join Us at the Expo!
Join us TODAY, Friday May 8th, from 11-3 at the 18th Annual Aging & Disability Expo!
This great event highlights local resources, services & products for seniors,... Read More »
Subtle Signs That Tell You It’s Time for Extra Support in Assisted Living
You took the time to do this carefully.
You researched your options. You visited communities. You asked the right questions and weighed what felt best. In the end,... Read More »
Congrats and Thank You to Lilia!
Please join us in congratulating Lilia, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
The Hired Hands team has had the pleasure of working with Lilia for over NINE years... Read More »
How to Boost Independence for Someone With Dementia
Use these suggestions to boost independence for someone with dementia.
Everyday small victories can boost independence for someone with dementia—like tying their own shoes or deciding what... Read More »
What to Do When Parkinson’s Mental Health Challenges Arise
Learn how to spot Parkinson’s mental health challenges and how to help someone you love overcome them.
Dad still wakes up early and heads to the kitchen... Read More »
When Should Parkinson’s Care Planning for an Aging Parent Begin?
See why Parkinson’s care planning for an aging parent should begin before the condition progresses.
Learning that your parent has Parkinson’s can lead to a plethora of... Read More »
Power Outages for Seniors: Are You Prepared?
Power outages for seniors can be especially troubling.
For many of us, power failures are nothing more than a minor inconvenience, but power outages for seniors can... Read More »