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9 Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Assistance

How do we know when our aging parents need assistance? Many of us find ourselves suddenly immersed in the challenging role of caring for elderly parents or an elderly loved one. This substantial transition can [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-07T18:42:44+00:00August 17, 2023|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Health, Healthy Eating, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Mental Health, Senior Living|

8 Fun Outdoor Activities for Seniors

As we grow older, it becomes increasingly important to remain physically and mentally active to maintain our overall health and wellbeing. The benefits of outdoor activities are numerous. From hiking and gardening to birdwatching and [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T17:01:23+00:00June 22, 2023|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Caregiving, Diabetes, Exercise, Health, Home Care, Mental Health, Senior Living|

5 Tips for Caring for Elderly Parents from a Distance

It’s challenging enough when we realize that our elderly parents are at the point in their lives when they need additional help. Whether it be minimal, and they need help around the home or more [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T17:01:59+00:00June 19, 2023|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Diabetes, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

4 Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day with Your Senior Dad

Father's Day is a special day when children all around the world celebrate their fathers and recognize the love and support they have provided over the years. It is a day to express gratitude, respect, [...]

CareGivers of America2023-06-15T12:14:33+00:00June 15, 2023|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Caregiving, Diabetes, Home Care, Mental Health, Senior Living|

8 Top Health Concerns for Seniors

With the life expectancy rising, of course, many of us have health concerns as we age. According to research, what are the top things that we're most worried about? 8 Top Health Concerns for Seniors: [...]

CareGivers of America2023-06-12T12:24:04+00:00June 12, 2023|Alzheimer's, Cancer, Diabetes, Health, Heart Health, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Mental Health|

4 Recommendations When Supporting an Irrational Parent

Across the board, people aren't often open or transparent when discussing mental health and behavioral challenges and the strain it can cause on relationships. This can be compacted when it's an elderly parent who is [...]

CareGivers of America2022-08-18T08:45:19+00:00August 18, 2022|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Mental Health, Senior Living|

5 Secrets to Being an Observant Caregiver

There are a number of skills that make an excellent caregiver. Being observant is at the top of that list. Being able to know what is happening with your patient, even when you aren't with [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T17:41:07+00:00July 25, 2022|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Health, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services|

4 Signs Your Loved One Needs More Care

While we all wish that our loved ones could live independently forever, we also know that this is just not how life always works. Determining what kind of extra care is needed is often the [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T18:38:42+00:00May 19, 2022|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

5 Techniques To Support Families Living With Alzheimer’s

When looking at diseases and conditions, we most often worry about how to support the person who has the condition. But those around them, their families, friends and immediate support system need care too. When [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T18:37:37+00:00May 12, 2022|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

5 Tips to Declutter Your Home

"Treasure your relationships, not your possessions". ~ Anthony D'Angelo Clutter is all around us. In our homes, our cars, on our computers! It becomes especially challenging as we age, as we have accumulated physical possessions [...]