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Senior female client lighting a Hanukkah candle with the assistance of her female right at home caregiver Senior female client lighting a Hanukkah candle with the assistance of her female right at home caregiver

Long-Distance Caregiving: A Checklist for Holiday Visits
December 02, 2024 Family & Loved Ones | Life Planning | Caregiving
The holidays provide a chance to check in on aging loved ones and enjoy their company, but they can also be an opportunity to ensure loved ones are aging safely wherever their home may be. What should you look for while visiting? Here are specific things to watch for to ensure your older loved one’s well-being.
A senior couple, a man and a woman, who is wearing an oxygen tube, sitting on a couch in a living room looking at a Right at Home pamphlet. A senior couple, a man and a woman, who is wearing an oxygen tube, sitting on a couch in a living room looking at a Right at Home pamphlet.

8 Things Not To Do When Initiating a Conversation About In-Home Care With Aging Parents
November 26, 2024 Life Planning | Family & Loved Ones
According to an AARP survey, 77% of adults age 50 and older want to remain in their homes for the long term. For many of these older adults, some assistance will be needed to do that safely. If you see a decline in your parents, how do you initiate a conversation about getting help for them? Here are eight things NOT to do when having this discussion.
A female Right at Home caregiver is helping a senior female client use a tablet. A female Right at Home caregiver is helping a senior female client use a tablet.

Protect Against Scams Targeting Seniors
November 22, 2024 Technology | Health & Safety
Most older adults don’t expect to fall for a scam, but according to the FBI, scams targeting people age 60 and older caused over $3.4 billion in losses in 2023. That’s an increase of 14% over the previous year. This means people should be more vigilant than ever to protect their assets. Here are tips to help.
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 in 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.
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