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When things get hectic, it is easy to forego a home-cooked meal for the convenience of fast food or take out. It is not always the healthiest choice. If you are also in charge of your aged loved one, their nutrition is paramount to staying healthy.   Read the full article.

Reduce the chances of catching this year’s flu by being proactive. There are several steps you can take to prepare yourself or your senior. A personal support worker from Home Instead can help you.   Read the full article.

Along with the physical changes of aging, a senior’s sleep patterns change. You or your loved one may find that falling asleep is much harder, or staying asleep can seem impossible. As we age, we tend to stay in the lighter sleep stages than in REM   Read the full article.

If you are the caregiver of a parent with Alzheimer’s disease, you have a new level of stress added to your plate. Between doctor appointments and watching your senior slowly deteriorate, you may find yourself drained, depressed, and even sick.   Read the full article.

Ensure your loved one can age in place when you make a plan and enlist the support of a senior caregiver from Home Instead Senior Care. We understand that maintaining independence is essential to the elderly.   Read the full article.

For 25 years, Home Instead Senior Care’s mission has been to enhance the lives of aging adults. The mission, guided by a commitment to core values, has resulted in growth and success.   Read the full article.

Seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia may act out as if they are five instead of 75. How should you react when your fun-loving mother becomes a terror at bath time? What steps do you take to handle your father when he throws a tantrum?   Read the full article.

Boost your vitamin and nutrient intake by cooking up a pot of warm, yummy soup or stew. Get help with cooking nutritious foods for your senior when you enlist the aid of a professional personal support work from Home Instead Senior Care.   Read the full article.

One of the issues that many seniors face as they age is lack of sleep. Lying awake in the wee hours of the morning is no way to spend your golden years. At Home Instead Senior Care, our caregivers can assist you in developing new routines for better rest.   Read the full article.

Caring for your parents sounds a lot like parenting, only in reverse. The constant need to be at your family’s back and call can get overwhelming. If you are not intentional about handling your needs, you may crash and burn.   Read the full article.

Summer is the time for getting outside and soaking up the warmth of the sun. Often, we head out the door determined to enjoy a concert, a walk, or a picnic without considering how quickly we can become dehydrated.   Read the full article.

As we age, we do not need the same amount of sleep. However, when your dad is living with a chronic condition or a disease, such as dementia, getting a good night’s rest is a fleeting thought.   Read the full article.

Help your mom reclaim her love of reading when you introduce her to audiobooks. A personal support worker (PSW) from Home Instead Senior Care can help her download books onto her tablet or take her to the library for books on tape.   Read the full article.

Help your aging loved one go from treating their illness to seeking comfort and quality of life in their final stage of life. The hospice home healthcare team at Home Instead can provide support for your elderly parent during this sensitive phase of life.   Read the full article.

During your last visit, did mom’s clothes seem a little disheveled? Was her hair combed? Could she remember the last time she brushed her teeth? If your mom has been diagnosed with dementia, her ability to remember everyday tasks will become limited.   Read the full article.

Healthy eating for seniors is critical to maintaining an active lifestyle. One of the outstanding caregivers at Home Instead Senior Care can assist you or your aging parent in many tasks such as cooking nutritious food.   Read the full article.

When summer arrives, it’s time to hit the road on new adventures or head out to that large family reunion across the country. The travel bug can bite at any time, and once it does, you want to be prepared. Traveling as a senior can have its challenges.   Read the full article.

Home Instead Senior Care is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Paul and Lori Hogan are giving back $2.5 million to Home Instead Senior Care Foundation through the Give 65 program.   Read the full article.

Reach out for respite support from a Home Instead Senior Care Personal Support Worker. We are equipped to step in and alleviate your family’s stress and worry while ensuring your mom or dad’s needs are met so that you can go on a much deserved holiday.   Read the full article.

Break your caffeine habit to enjoy better sleep and overall wellness. Healthy eating for seniors begins by making good choices. The professional personal support workers at Home Instead Senior Care understand this.   Read the full article.