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May is Arthritis Awareness Month

Did you know that arthritis is the leading cause of disability in America? There are over 100 different types of arthritis, but only a handful are commonly talked about. In the United States alone, there are over 50 million adults...

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Tips to Keep Your Eyes Sharp

Our senses are extremely important in adding value to our lives, playing a vital role in how we experience the world around us. There’s no denying that senses like our hearing and eyesight get worse as we get older, but that doesn’t mean we should stop taking the necessary steps to better ourselves. As providers of elder care services in Chicago, our team is here to help those who no longer have the eyesight they once had. In fact, May is Health Vision Month, the perfect time to learn more about helpful tips to take care of our eyes! Eat...

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Celebrate Save Your Vision Month

Since 1927, the American Optometric Association (AOA) has celebrated Save Your Vision Month every March! It is during this time that the AOA calls attention to the importance of eye health and comprehensive eye examinations. Our providers of senior assisted living in Chicago have seen firsthand the effects that poor eyesight has on both individuals and families alike. Here are some tips to keep your eyes in good shape and reduce potential vision problems. Get Regular Eye Exams Many people wait too long before getting an eye exam. Waiting too long before seeing a professional gives any developing problems a...

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Minimizing Diabetes Risk

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that an estimated 29 million Americans suffer from diabetes. Roughly one-fourth of these people don’t realize that they have diabetes, which is especially worrisome because complications of high blood sugar include a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure and more. Type 2 diabetes is the most common, which is characterized by insulin resistance. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin. Here are a handful of tips from our providers of in-home care in Chicago about how to reduce your risk of diabetes. Lose Extra Body Fat The more...

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Telling the Difference Between Normal Forgetfulness and Dementia

One of the most feared parts of getting older is losing your memory. While forgetfulness is sometimes part of life, there is a difference between standard forgetfulness and dementia. So, how can you tell if your loved one is simply forgetful or showing signs of dementia? Here is what our providers of senior home care in Naperville want you to know. Standard Forgetfulness Symptoms The following symptoms may be frustrating, but they are not a cause for concern. Absentmindedness: This relates to your brain’s ability to focus and it might become more prevalent over time. For example, if you have...

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How to Embrace the Aging Process

Aging doesn’t have to be a process that you dread every step of the way. While our culture seems to focus on the importance of youth, don’t forget about all of the benefits that come with aging gracefully as well! As providers of senior assisted living in Chicago, we are well-versed in how wonderful the process of getting older can be! Here are some pros of the aging process that you might not have considered. Appreciation Increases As we age, our appreciation for life and for those around us increases. The little things quickly turn into the big things and...

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The Best Home Care for Seniors
in the Chicago, IL Area

At Home & Hearth Caregivers, we are proud to offer compassionate, family-like in-home care, respite care, and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services to seniors and families throughout Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, McHenry Counties, including the following cities and towns:

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