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a female Right at Home caregiver helping a senior female client try on winter gloves as they prepare a winter safety kit a female Right at Home caregiver helping a senior female client try on winter gloves as they prepare a winter safety kit

Cold-Weather Safety Planning for Seniors
November 20, 2024 Health & Safety
In many parts of the country, colder weather is settling in, and people are preparing for snow, ice, and sleet, common in winter. If you live in the northern part of the U.S., here are tips and a cold-weather safety checklist you can download to ensure you and your older loved one are prepared.
Female Right at Home caregiver and senior female client eating a Thanksgiving meal at the dining room table inside of client's home Female Right at Home caregiver and senior female client eating a Thanksgiving meal at the dining room table inside of client's home

Improving the Holiday Experience for a Loved One With Alzheimer’s or Dementia
November 14, 2024 Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Support | Family & Loved Ones | Caregiving
When you’re a family caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other form of dementia, the holiday season can pose a challenge. Whether you’re hosting a family party or taking your loved one to an event, here are tips to help ensure it is enjoyable for all.
A turquoise blue background with the words "Warning signs of diabetes" and an icon of a hand holding another hand in pain in white. A turquoise blue background with the words "Warning signs of diabetes" and an icon of a hand holding another hand in pain in white.

Warning Signs of Diabetes
November 12, 2024 Family & Loved Ones | Life Planning
The warning signs of many chronic conditions can be easily overlooked for older adults. In the case of diabetes, early detection and treatment are important. Here is what to watch out for.
A senior male and senior female are walking arm in arm down the street A senior male and senior female are walking arm in arm down the street

National Family Caregiver’s Month: A Guide to Caring for Others While Honoring Yourself
November 11, 2024 Caregiving | Family & Loved Ones
When you’re a family caregiver, it’s imperative to maintain your own well-being while you care for your aging loved one. These strategies and resources will help.
A senior male veteran holding a cane sitting in front of a blue screen A senior male veteran holding a cane sitting in front of a blue screen

Honoring Our Heroes: Specialized Home Care Services for Veterans
November 07, 2024 Life Planning | Family & Loved Ones | Caregiving
There are over 8.1 million U.S. veterans age 65 and older. It’s imperative to ensure they receive the care they need. If you or a loved one is a veteran, learn about programs available from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to help you or them maintain their independence and quality of life.
A female Right at Home caregiver sitting with her arm around a senior female client A female Right at Home caregiver sitting with her arm around a senior female client

Aging in Place: A Comprehensive Guide to Planning for the Future
November 05, 2024 Life Planning | Family & Loved Ones | Caregiving
If you plan to live out your golden years at home, that is, age in place rather than move to a senior residence, there are things you should be doing now to prepare. Here are tips to help.
female right at home caregiver walking hand in hand with female senior client down the sidewalk female right at home caregiver walking hand in hand with female senior client down the sidewalk

Buying Guide: Medical Alert Systems Have Come a Long Way
October 28, 2024 Technology | Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
The U.S. market size of medical alert systems was estimated at $2.28 billion in 2023. There is no shortage of options available. As a consumer, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. Here are some key things to consider if you are in the market for a medical alert system.
Female Right at Home caregiver is helping a senior female client walk outside. The senior female client is using a walker for additional assistance Female Right at Home caregiver is helping a senior female client walk outside. The senior female client is using a walker for additional assistance

How Senior Volunteers Can Make a Difference in Their Communities
October 22, 2024 Caregiving | Family & Loved Ones
According to a recent nationwide Medicare survey of adults age 65 and older, 57% of them feel lonely. Volunteering is one way an older adult can positively impact their community and feel valued and included. Read on to find out other benefits of volunteering for seniors and ways to find the right volunteer opportunity.
A female Right at Home caregiver is doing the dishes in a kitchen. She is handing the wet dish to a senior male client to dry the dish. A female Right at Home caregiver is doing the dishes in a kitchen. She is handing the wet dish to a senior male client to dry the dish.

Kitchen Safety for Older Adults
October 21, 2024 Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
The kitchen is where families gather to share meals and memories and interact with one another. It can also be a hazardous place for older adults experiencing reduced mobility or health challenges. Here are tips to help keep your older loved one safe in the kitchen.
A male caregiver is standing next to a senior male client who is sitting in a wheelchair, looking at a book in a library A male caregiver is standing next to a senior male client who is sitting in a wheelchair, looking at a book in a library

Working From Home While Caring for a Senior Adult
October 17, 2024 Caregiving | Family & Loved Ones | Life Planning
The stress of being a family caregiver can be enough sometimes, let alone when you work a full-time job from home. How do you make sure you are fulfilling both roles? Here are tips to help you manage.
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