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

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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

When it’s Time to Call a Caregiver for Your Aging Parent

You might suspect that your elderly parent needs help at home with activities of daily living, but how will you know for sure?  How do you bring up the question of home care with your parents without offending or irritating them?

How to Choose a Home Care Service Provider

Sometimes getting your elderly relatives to agree to seek out home care can be difficult, but once they have agreed, it is time to look for a home care service provider.  There are many home care companies out there that offer elderly care, but it is important to know how to find a reputable care provider. Check out some considerations you must take into account when looking for a home care service company to ensure that you choose a good provider the first time.

July Caregiver of the Month: Raisa

Raisa Kissova is our July Caregiver of the Month for the Park Ridge area. Congratulations to Raisa! About Raisa Raisa has been a tremendous help to her clients who she has been working with since she started at Assisting Hands. Raisa has been a caregiver for more than 10 years, she started caregiving to help the elderly and others in need, she enjoys caregiving because… Read More »July Caregiver of the Month: Raisa

What to Consider When Looking for an In-Home Care Agency

Involving an in-home care agency in a senior’s life requires a great deal of reliability and trust, since the caregiver will enter the loved one’s home and assist with personal tasks. When evaluating in-home care agencies, consider several important factors to help narrow down the many options for senior care.

Hiring a Caregiver? Here’s What to Ask

So you noticed that your aging parents could use some help around the home and you have discussed the option of home health care with them, only to agree to provide care yourself for the time being. This is a good enough solution at the time, because you believe you can keep up with providing care for your parents while also managing your own life.… Read More »Hiring a Caregiver? Here’s What to Ask

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What is Home Care: Pros and Cons of Different Types of Home Care

Most senior citizens are aware of what home care is, but they may consciously refuse to admit that they need it themselves.  If your elderly relatives are refusing home care, you must talk to them about it in a way that does not make them feel inadequate.  Once your senior relatives have decided to go with home care services, you and your loved ones need to decide what type of home care is needed.  It is important to understand what types of home care services are available in order to pick the one that best fits the needs of your loved ones.