Last month, we attended the Franchise Education Adventure Retreat (FEAR) 2023 in Cancún, Mexico. We were happy that we were nominated for our outstanding client service and community impact, bringing home several awards!
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
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
Congratulations to Margarita for being this month’s caregiver of the month for the Park Ridge area. Since Margarita started working with us her work ethic has not gone unnoticed, she is reliable, a quick learner and she’s always willing to help. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to your clients. About Margarita Margarita has been a caregiver for more than 5 years… Read More »April Caregiver of the Month: Margarita
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?
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.
Help us congratulate Robin for being March Caregiver of the month for the Schaumburg/Park Ridge office. CONGRATULATIONS ROBIN!! About Robin Robin has been working with the same client since she started working with us just a few months ago and her client absolutely loves her, she is always willing to help and does it with a big and bright smile. Robin has 5 years of… Read More »March Caregiver of the Month: Robin
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.
Congratulations to Yolanda for being February’s Caregiver of the month for the Assisting Hands Schaumburg office! About Yolanda Outside of work Yolanda likes to go on nature walks and be with her family. Yolanda has been working with us for a little over a year now and has been a tremendous help to all of her clients. She became a caregiver because she realized she… Read More »February Caregiver of the Month: Yolanda
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
Review by Sharon
Your staff were dependable, trustworthy, and kind hearted…I am an only child and was able to sleep and not worry… Thank you so much for everything you have done!
Review by Karen
Assisting Hands caregivers are trained and professional.
They make a difference because they have
the right personality and the right training.
Review by Gale
Our family has had various questions about the best way to care for my mother-in-law and Assisting Hands has been wonderful in answering these questions and helping us.
