Posts by Gauthier Family Home Care
Helping Your Senior Leave a Legacy with a Family Quilt
Leaving a legacy is something that is very valuable to many elderly adults. The thought of being able to pass along something to future generations that will ensure the family remembers them and the impact that they made, and that was made by the people before them, can help your senior to feel more meaningful…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month April 2018
Every baseball team that wins the World Series has a superstar “utility” player. A utility player is one who can play several positions (infield, outfield, even catcher) and is also a good batter. These players are rare. They must be very athletic and flexible, while contributing an excellent winning attitude regardless of their role. You…
Read MoreDan "Likes": Seniors Moving Smarter@HOME
You all know how personalized the moving services are at Seniors Moving Smarter. Liz and Carl do a great job. Now they offer additional services for our senior community who are NOT planning to move. It’s brilliant…read on! @HOME Downsize. Simplify. Stay at Home. Moving may not be the best decision for you or…
Read MoreAre the Myths About Alzheimer's Disease Hurting Your Caregiver Efforts?
With over 5 million people throughout the United States suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, it is one of the most prevalent conditions of older age. In fact, approximately one out of every 10 people over the age of 64 is currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, and this number increases to one out of every three in…
Read MoreHow Can Senior Care Help Your Parent After Their Heart Surgery?
Heart surgery can mean giving your parent a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life. It is also a serious medical procedure that brings with it a recovery period that can be very challenging for your senior, and for you as their family caregiver. The level of care that you give them can make a tremendous…
Read MoreWhat Should You Talk About When Planning Home Care for Your Aging Parents?
At some point, your parents may need help around the home. Chronic health conditions, weakened bones and muscles, joint pain, and isolation can all impact safety when living alone. If you’re planning home care needs, there are questions you should openly discuss with your parents. What Are Their Fears? Frequently, senior citizens hear the words…
Read MoreHow Can I Tell If My Aging Parent is Stressed?
Is your elderly parent struggling with feelings of sadness or lethargy? Have they lost interest in fun activities and social events? Has their appetite changed, increased or decreased? Do they experience more headaches, stomach aches or muscle aches? If your aging parent is dealing with these or similar symptoms, they may be under a lot…
Read MoreSimple Ways to Encourage More Social Activity for Your Parent
Being socially active is an essential part of maintaining health and well-being throughout life. This does not change for older adults. In fact, seniors are vulnerable to depression, anxiety, and other health challenges and issues when they do not have the opportunity to engage with others as often as they should. This can also increase…
Read MoreWhat Can You Do to Be a Better Long-Distance Caregiver?
Being a long-distance caregiver is far from easy, but it’s definitely possible. And if you’ve got all your bases covered, you can be a really efficient family caregiver even from afar. Get Yourself Organized. If you’re a generally disorganized person, long-distance caregiving is going to be painful. Do yourself a favor and get yourself a…
Read MorePancreatic Cancer and the Elderly
Health care workers and medical professionals endeavor to educate and inform people about pancreatic cancer. Many people don’t know much about the disease nor do they know the symptoms that might lead to early detection for better treatment results. It’s a sad fact that most people don’t even know what the pancreas is and are…
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