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The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia You Need to Know About
Understanding the link between hearing loss and dementia is crucial to know the steps you can take to reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
Are you finding... Read More »
We Love Mere so Very!
The Hired Hands Homecare team is very excited to celebrate Ms. Mere V. as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We have had the pleasure of working with Mere for... Read More »
Understanding Cultural Competence in the Context of LGBTQ+ Senior Care
The highest quality LGBTQ+ senior care begins with understanding and implementing cultural competence practices.
As we strive to create compassionate and supportive environments for seniors, the concept... Read More »
Navigating the Unique Challenges of Older Adults in the LGBTQ+ Community
Older adults in the LGBTQ+ community face a number of hurdles that we all need to understand.
When it comes to growing older, the experiences of seniors... Read More »
Feeling Overloaded With Caring for a Loved One? These Tips Can Help!
If you’re feeling overloaded with caring for a loved one, we have three simple steps you can take to ease the strain.
If today’s to-dos seem like... Read More »
Take These Steps to Avoid Overmedication and Adverse Medication Reactions in Seniors
Taking too much or too little of a medication or taking it the wrong way can lead to adverse medication reactions in seniors.
The days of “take... Read More »
Watch for These Early Signs of Mobility Problems in Older Adults
All family caregivers need to know the early signs of mobility problems in older adults in order to prevent falls or other serious injuries.
Benjamin Franklin certainly... Read More »
The Final Stage of Alzheimer’s: What to Expect
Being prepared for the final stage of Alzheimer’s is key to continuing to help make life as meaningful as possible for someone you love.
The journey through... Read More »
The Most Important Vitamins for Older Adults
With all of the options on store shelves, which are the most important vitamins for older adults?
Minerals, vitamins, and supplements – oh my! Nearly three in... Read More »
Seven Years with Lilia!
All of us at Hired Hands Homecare are proud to salute Lilia C as our latest Caregiver of the Month!
We have had the absolute pleasure of working with Lilia... Read More »
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
While we absolutely love the Beatles… we’re not talking about the day “that Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play”! On February 8, 1994... Read More »
Why Alzheimer’s Caregivers Say They Need to Go It Alone – And Why It’s a Bad Idea
“You can make it, but it’s easier if you don’t have to do it alone.” – Betty Ford
Alzheimer’s caregivers may feel as though they are the... Read More »
