Receiving a diagnosis usually brings a mixed bag of emotions. You may be relieved to find answers to questions about your health or symptoms—a welcome explanation for the previously unexplained. At the same time, you may question the way a diagnosis will...

There’s a media stereotype of grouchy old couples getting on each other’s nerves after years of marriage—yet University of California, Berkeley researchers who studied marriages over the course of 25 years found “an emotionally positive trajectory for...

Right at Home St. Charles Held It's First Annual Blood Drive Mississippi Valley Blood Center’s state of the art mobile collection unit. Right at Home St. Charles held its first annual Blood Drive on September 8, 2016, hosting Mississippi Valley Blood...

Back pain is a common complaint among older adults, often due to natural age-related changes in the structure and strength of the spine. The effects of a lifetime of gravity, wear and tear, and possibly injuries add up over time, contributing to...

Did you know that there are more than 100 types of arthritis? The most common is osteoarthritis, in which the tissues in the joint (such as a knee or hip) break down over time. There’s also rheumatoid arthritis, which is an autoimmune and inflammatory...

Emily felt like she was one of the working moms who “had it all,” skillfully juggling her demanding job in the legal department of a large corporation while raising two busy children. And then, her mother suffered a debilitating fall. Emily found herself...

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...

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...

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...

Angie W!! You are the winner of our March drawing. All this Easter Mega Basket loot is yours. Each time one of our awesome care team members takes a last minute shift or stays late on shift to help out a teammate or because a client asks, that caregiver...