Posts by Gauthier Family Home Care
Elder Care Can Be There For Your Mom When You Can’t Be
If you live far away from your mom it can be hard not to worry about her. Knowing she’s living alone and that you can’t get there quickly if something happens can cause a lot of anxiety. But elder care can help her be safe and happy. If your mom has elder care to help…
Read MoreCrafting a Comprehensive Post-Hospital Care Plan for Seniors Returning Home
Establishing a comprehensive post-hospital care plan is essential to supporting the recuperation and overall well-being of seniors when they move from the hospital to their homes. After a hospital stay, going home can be difficult, but with the right preparation and assistance, seniors can reclaim their freedom and recover comfortably in familiar surroundings. We’ll go…
Read MoreHow Often to Call or Visit Your Elderly Parent
Many seniors are choosing to age in place and that may leave you the question on how often you should be visiting your elderly parents? The truth is, it will depend on how well they are aging in place and if they need any extra help. Even with help from senior home care you will…
Read MoreHelping Seniors Navigate the Common Cold
The common cold is an inherent menace that arrives with the frigid winter winds. This seasonal annoyance might be particularly difficult for seniors to deal with since their immune systems may not be as strong as they once were. However, seniors can successfully navigate through the chilly season by using a small amount of advance…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month March 2024
Caregiver of the Month March 2024 Please help us to congratulate Kim Doyle as we honor her as our March Caregiver of the Month! Kim has been with Gauthier since 2017. Kim has been such a great addition to Gauthier! She is such a go getter and makes sure that her clients have everything that…
Read MoreWhat Seniors Need to Know About Shingles: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Our bodies are increasingly vulnerable as we get older to a number of illnesses, including shingles. The varicella-zoster virus, which is also the cause of chickenpox, is what causes shingles, also known as herpes zoster. Although shingles can strike anyone at any age, it most commonly strikes seniors. Maintaining seniors’ health and wellbeing requires an…
Read MoreTailoring Post-Hospital Care for Senior Needs: A Guide to Personalized Recovery
A hospital stay can be scary for everyone, but it becomes even more upsetting for seniors, especially as they plan their return home. Personalized care becomes essential for the best recovery for seniors moving from the hospital to their homes, as every person has different obstacles to overcome. In this article, we discuss the value…
Read MoreFebruary National Library Lovers Month, Why Reading Is Healthy
As you get older you need to find ways to keep your brain sharp and your mind active. One of the best ways to do that is by reading books every month. This doesn’t mean you have to commit to ten books a month. But by having a goal of 1-2 books per month you…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month February 2024
Caregiver of the Month February 2024 Please help us to congratulate Tamela Mecum as we honor her as our February Caregiver of the Month! Tamela has been with Gauthier Family Home Care for 11 years. During this time, she has shown us time and time again what an incredible addition to this team she really…
Read MoreSix Ideas to Enhance Senior Social Wellness
Maintaining social connections is more important for seniors than ever before. But it also becomes more difficult. There are tons of reasons that’s true, and any of them could be affecting seniors at any given time. One solution is to work with companion care at home to find as many ways as possible to help…
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