“Here, let me help you with that.” “Don’t overdo it now!” “Maybe you should sit here and rest; I’ll take care of that.” How often have we made suggestions such of these to older individuals, with the very best of intentions, of course? We want to do what we’re able to help our senior loved ones; to help them stay…
Search online for “activities for seniors” and you’re guaranteed to find numerous crafts, games, memory stimulation puzzles, and naturally, the requisite bingo. What you will not find, unless you really search much more, are the significant, beneficial activities that bring meaning to our lives. And yet, if you ask older individuals what they would most like to do, most of…
In our last blog post, we shared the positive aspects of utilizing a professional in-home care agency to provide the highest quality and safest level of home care services in the west suburbs of Chicago. But specifically, what types of home care services are available to help older individuals remain safe and thriving at home? If you have decided that…
When you are looking for in home care for elderly loved ones, there are many available possibilities, and deciding where to turn can be overwhelming. For example, should you work with a professional home care agency, a privately hired caregiver, or use a caregiving registry? And how can you figure out which home care option is optimal for your loved…
