Home Safety Makeover – The Best Holiday Gift for Your Loved One
More and more people choose to age in place today, but as they age they sometimes need help. Why not give them a home safety makeover as a holiday gift?
How to Care for an Alzheimer’s Patient
Our Quality Caregivers are trained to adapt to the changing needs of the patient because no two people experience Alzheimer’s disease in the same way. As a result, there’s no one approach to caregiving. Our main goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family.
The Difference Between a Home Care Nurse and a Home Caregiver
Seniors who choose to age in the familiarity of home may at some point require support from a home care professional. Depending on the level of assistance necessary, either a home care nurse or a home caregiver may be suitable. The two professions differ markedly. The one commonality between a home care nurse and home care helper is that both provide in-home, compassionate support for… Read More »The Difference Between a Home Care Nurse and a Home Caregiver
October Caregiver of the Month: Olu
This month’s Caregiver of the Month for the Schaumburg Assisting Hands Home Care office is Oluwaseun. Congratulations Oluwaseun! We are so lucky to have you on the team. About Olu Although Olu is fairly new to caregiving professionally she has been a caregiver for all her life, back in her country part of her culture is to take care of others. She enjoys and feels… Read More »October Caregiver of the Month: Olu
September Caregiver of the Month: Mariya
Congratulations Mariya for being this Month’s Caregiver of the month! About Mariya Mariya has been working with us as a caregiver for 5 years now. Mariya is reliable and always willing to help her clients and the office staff. She started caregiving because she loves the idea of making a difference in the life of her clients while providing for her family. She enjoys being… Read More »September Caregiver of the Month: Mariya
Live-In Care for the Elderly: What Is It and How Does it Work?
The National Institute of Aging expects the senior population to grow expansively in the next 25 years. The US Census Bureau likewise predicts an estimated 10,000 baby boomers will reach their 65th birthday each day for the next 20 years. Given the explosive growth of the aging population, reliable senior care is a growing need. Of the majority of elder care options available today, such… Read More »Live-In Care for the Elderly: What Is It and How Does it Work?
How to Prepare Your Senior Relatives for the Autumn Season
Dazzling shows of autumnal leaves grace the tree lined horizons, creating breathtaking views. Along with the brilliant display of colorful leaves comes a biting chill in the air. As summer exits, fall starts, bringing with it seasonal hazards to which every senior should give their careful attention. The loved one in your life can best prepare for the cooler months ahead by heeding the following… Read More »How to Prepare Your Senior Relatives for the Autumn Season
Employee Appreciation BBQ
The Assisting Hand Schaumburg /Park Ridge had Caregiving Appreciation Party on September 14th.The event was a heartwarming celebration that brought together caregivers, volunteers, and the community in an atmosphere filled with gratitude and joy. Laughter and smiles filled the room as caregivers shared their heartwarming stories of making a difference in the lives of those they cared for, reminding everyone of the positive impact they’ve had. Guests enjoyed a delicious food cooked by the management team, life music, prizes, drinks and a lot of fun.
August Caregiver of the Month: Aksenia
Congratulations Aksie for being August caregiver of the month for the Schaumburg area! About Aksenia Aksenia has been a caregiver for 5 years, she loves caregiving because she knows she is helping and making a difference in the lives of her clients. One of her goals is to be a nurse in the next few years to continue to help others in need. Aksie is… Read More »August Caregiver of the Month: Aksenia
How to Get Your Elderly Parents to Consider Home Care
The National Center for Health Statistics reports that as recently as 2009, one in five seniors in the US aged 75 and older requires support in completing the basic tasks of daily living, such as grocery shopping, managing medications and maintaining the cleanliness of the home. As the baby boomer generation continues to age, that number has risen sharply. The Need for Home Care In… Read More »How to Get Your Elderly Parents to Consider Home Care
