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THANK YOU Kraig!
The Hired Hands Homecare Team raises our glasses to Kraig, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We had the pleasure of surprising Kraig while he was on shift... Read More »
How to Handle Repetitive Questions in Dementia Without Losing Your Cool
Repetitive questions in dementia aren’t always easy to manage, but these tips will help.
If you’ve ever heard the same question five times in five minutes from... Read More »
How Dementia Affects the Senses and What You Can Do About It
Find out how dementia affects the senses, how it impacts quality of life, and how you can help someone you love.
When dementia is part of your... Read More »
Grace is a Senior Care ACE!
Please join us in congratulating Grace Q as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We recently had the pleasure of surprising Grace on shift with her client, Darlene. Both... Read More »
Healthy Conversations With Your Parent Start Here
Learn how to have healthy conversations with your parent to restore peace to your relationship.
When you dedicate so much time and energy to caring for a... Read More »
How Can You Prioritize Privacy as a Caregiver?
Make sure to prioritize privacy as a caregiver to protect your health and well-being.
Think back to your teenage years. Remember how important it was to find... Read More »
What You Need to Know When Mom Is Discharged From the Hospital
When Mom is discharged from the hospital, keep an eye out for a condition known as post-hospital syndrome.
The moment Mom is discharged from the hospital, you... Read More »
Struggling to Let Someone Lighten Your Caregiving Load? This Might Be Why.
Learn why it’s so important to allow someone to help lighten your caregiving load, and why you may be feeling so resistant to the idea.
The moment... Read More »
Oscar Rocks!
Please join us in congratulating Oscar as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We recently had the pleasure of surprising Oscar while he was on shift with his client,... Read More »
Why Won’t Mom Eat? It Might Just Be an Eating Disorder.
If you’ve been wondering, “Why won’t Mom eat?” it’s important to know the signs of an eating disorder.
Changes in appetite and weight are often considered a... Read More »
How to Handle a Dementia Outburst in Public
If you’re unsure how to effectively defuse a dementia outburst in public, these strategies are for you!
Dementia is anything but predictable. A loved one’s mood, personality,... Read More »
Read This Before Welcoming a New Caregiver Into the Home!
Welcoming a new caregiver into the home is a much smoother process with these tips.
The big day is here—your dad’s first day with his new caregiver!... Read More »
