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Paying for In-Home Care
Many people choose family caregiving first when a loved one needs care. However, there may come a point at which a person’s caregiving abilities are outpaced by the level of care their loved one needs. An older loved one may need assistance with intimate...
Promoting Senior Independence
We all value control over our lives, a trait that is evident from early childhood. Babies cry when interrupted during their explorations, and teenagers often clash with parents over autonomy. Eventually, the dynamic shifts—grown children advise their...
Help For Family Caregivers
Caring for a family member with dementia is a challenging journey, often filled with emotional and physical strains. While the primary caregiver bears the brunt of these challenges, other family members can provide meaningful support—even from far away...
Empowering Older Adults at the Doctor’s Office
The health care system can be difficult to understand for people of all ages. But as we age, navigating the system’s complexities can become more challenging. Older adults often face unique health concerns that require vigilant and proactive management...
Gratitude and Giving Are Good For Our Health
Thanksgiving marks the commencement of the holiday season, a period not only dedicated to expressing our thanks but also to extending our generosity toward others. Generosity and gratitude have long been credited for helping improve relationships and...
4 Myths That Lead to Caregiver Guilt
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and be grateful for the 38 million people who provide care for a loved one in the United States. Being a family caregiver is a challenging yet incredibly meaningful role. They get to...
Hosting the Holidays as an Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver
Twinkling lights and festive songs herald the arrival of the holiday season, a time typically filled with family, joy, and tradition. When a loved one has Alzheimer’s, these occasions can feel different. Family members may wonder if they can still host as...
Fall Prevention is Everybody’s Business
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell made news in July when he abruptly stopped speaking in the middle of a press conference and was ushered away from the podium by aides. It was later revealed that the veteran politician had suffered a few falls in the...
Certified Nursing Assistant Program, Apprenticeship Carolina
Right at Home Hilton Head received a grant from Apprenticeship Carolina to establish a registered apprenticeship program for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) with the Technical College of the Lowcountry. Kimberly Speaks excelled in the program and in...
2020 National Caregiver of the Year
Right at Home Hilton Head is proud to announce that Kimberly Speaks is the 2020 National Caregiver of the Year! Each year, Right at Home offices from across the country nominated deserving caregivers for the National Caregiver of the Year award...