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What to Consider When Hiring In-Home Care for your Senior Relative

As your parents or relatives reach their golden years, there will come a point when you will have to start considering options for care.  More senior citizens have been choosing to stay in their own homes as they age to remain in their familiar, comfortable surroundings. While there are several benefits to aging in place, most seniors will require some sort of care to be… Read More »What to Consider When Hiring In-Home Care for your Senior Relative

5 Home Care Myths Busted

There are so many myths and misconceptions when it comes to home care services and providers that we feel it is important to address these myths. Below we address some of the main myths about home care to show that it is a valuable service and not some kind of hoax. With baby boomers retiring at a rate of about 10,000 people per day and… Read More »5 Home Care Myths Busted

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Can In-Home Care Expenses be Written Off on Taxes?

In-home care services can drastically improve the quality of life for senior citizens and adults with disabilities by providing them with the care they need right in their own homes.  While there are many positive aspects to these services, including helping seniors live a more independent life, these services can get pricey.  It is not unusual for seniors and their families to spend thousands of… Read More »Can In-Home Care Expenses be Written Off on Taxes?

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Senior Living Facility vs In-Home Care

There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to choosing a nursing home or working with a home care agency.  The choice should be made based on the specific care needs of your loved ones, the type of care they desire, and the financial investment it will take.  This guide explains the advantages and disadvantages of receiving care in a nursing home or assisted living facility and receiving care at home to help you and your family make this important decision.

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How to Take Care of a Cancer Patient at Home

Family members play a key role in caring for a cancer patient but there are several things to keep in mind to make in home care more effective and less stressful for everyone involved. By taking advantage of available resources and asking for help, it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming challenge.

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8 Valentine’s Day Activities for Senior Citizens

Valentine’s Day is about love and happiness, all the more special when love has endured for decades. Senior couples that have spent their lives together have the most reason to celebrate this day as a commemoration of their ongoing commitment, lasting care, and constant support – in good times and bad times alike. It’s the perfect opportunity for them to remind each other how much… Read More »8 Valentine’s Day Activities for Senior Citizens

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What Is Professional Home Care?

There are many different types of home care, each of which has varying costs and may provide an elder with multiple levels of support. Your loved one may need one type of care or a combination, depending on their health concerns and the availability of other family members to assist them with day-to-day activities.

How to Prevent Your Senior Loved Ones from Dehydrating

Elderly individuals may not notice dry mouth or other signs of thirst in the same way younger people do, so it can be especially helpful to remind and encourage them to hydrate throughout the day.

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Introducing Home Care Services to Your Loved One

When it comes to that point in time where your loved one cannot care for themselves anymore, it is often a hard transition. They want to be as independent as possible and keep their dignity. In-home care services are a great option for helping them keep as much independence right in the comfort of their homes. Even though your loved one is staying in their… Read More »Introducing Home Care Services to Your Loved One

Christmas Companion Assisting Hands Commercial

As many have known for months now, the holidays will be a lot different this year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. But this commercial illustrates the benefits of home care and social companionship from Assisting Hands Home Care. If your loved ones live far away or they’re not able to make it in time to celebrate the holidays with you, our caregivers are… Read More »Christmas Companion Assisting Hands Commercial