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Hair Care Tips for Thick, Healthy Hair After 50

Several age-related changes take place as seniors grow older. Muscles lose strength, vision becomes poorer—and hair becomes thinner. Maintaining a lustrous mane after 50 requires knowledge of certain hair care tips and tools. Here’s how seniors can revitalize their silvery locks. How does hair change with age? Hair consists of protein; each strand has a lifespan of about two to seven years. But as seniors… Read More »Hair Care Tips for Thick, Healthy Hair After 50

Caregiver of the Month September 2024 Danielle

September Caregiver of the Month: Danielle

Danielle has been a caregiver for 8 years now, starting with taking care of family which led her into her career in health care. Danielle’s goal as a caregiver is to find a way to keep her clients active and make their day a little better by laughing and enjoying the few hours she has with them. Danielle recently started her CNA classes and is looking into furthering her education.

Lissette Caregiver of the Month August 2024 Edited

August Caregiver of the Month: Lissette

Lissette has been working with us for about 2 years now and has shown tremendous care and compassion to all the clients she works with. She started caregiving to help others and do something that truly makes a difference in the community. She enjoys listening to the clients stories and the life advice they have to share.

How to Help Seniors Who Forget to Take Their Medication

How to Help Seniors Who Forget to Take Their Medication

Seniors often take one or multiple prescription medications to help them ward off symptoms of disease and manage a condition. But forgetting to take these critical drugs is a common issue that affects their health. Here’s how caregivers can help their aging loved ones take their medications on schedule. Nearly 90 percent of older adults take at least one prescription medication and about 80 percent… Read More »How to Help Seniors Who Forget to Take Their Medication

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Who Can Benefit from VA Home Care

Home care services offer veterans the personalized assistance necessary to preserve their independence, dignity, and quality of life. Understanding how these services can benefit veterans and their families, is essential for ensuring that those who have served our county receive the care and respect they deserve.

Veterans Home Care Services in Illinois

Eligibility and How to Apply for VA Care in Illinois

Veterans and spouses of veterans who are eligible for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can put these benefits towards the cost of home care. In this guide, we explain the eligibility requirements for veterans and the spouses of veterans to receive VA benefits, as well as the application process to get these benefits.  The Aid and Attendance benefits can provide up to $2200 per month that can be put towards the cost of home care.

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Assisting Hands Schaumburg Attends Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Encore Village

We’re thrilled to announce that we’re now welcoming new Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our dedicated team. These new recruits will have the invaluable opportunity to be mentored by our experienced lead caregivers and CNAs, ensuring they receive the guidance and support needed to excel in their roles.

Prossy Caregiver of the Month July 2024

July Caregiver of the Month: Prossy

Prossy started caregiving because she found the value and purpose in taking care of others. It also allows her to have a more flexible schedule for a better work/life balance that allows her to also go back to school and continue her healthcare career and as a caregiver you have to have the patience and understanding to assist clients and Prossy enjoys making a positive impact providing 1:1 care.

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Veterans Home Care Services in Illinois | FAQ

If you or a loved one may be eligible or already receives VA benefits and is in need of home care, the following frequently asked questions will help you get a better understanding of the process and the home care provided with VA benefits.

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What is Power of Attorney for Seniors | FAQ

A power of attorney should be a part of every senior’s preparation for the future. This document informs family members about the elderly person’s wishes in the event the latter becomes incapacitated. Here’s what caregivers and their aging loved ones should know about power of attorney.