Senior Care News in Grand Rapids MI

Signs That Seniors’ Driving Skills Might Need to Be Tested

By Gauthier Family Home Care | December 18, 2024 |

Senior home care can help seniors when driving become challenging and unsafe.

Senior home care can help seniors safely transition from driving by providing companionship and support, ensuring independence and connection without the risks of driving.

5 Ways To Get Your Senior Parent To Eat More

By Gauthier Family Home Care | December 11, 2024 |

Home care assistance can help seniors with meal prep and support to ensure they eat enough.

Encourage healthy eating for your senior parent with home care assistance, offering support with cooking, shared meals, and addressing appetite or health concerns.

Does Your Senior Parent Need Alzheimer’s Care?

By Gauthier Family Home Care | December 3, 2024 |

Alzheimer’s care helps seniors and their families with specialized support.

Specialized Alzheimer’s care at home helps your loved ones live comfortably in a familiar environment, with support tailored to their unique needs.

Caregiver of the Month – December 2024

By Gauthier Family Home Care | December 2, 2024 |

December Caregiver of the Month - Pat Brakla

Congratulations to Pat Brakla, our December 2024 Caregiver of the Month, recognized for her dedication, flexibility, and exceptional care at Gauthier Family Home Care!

Celebrating Seniors: Making Birthdays and Holidays Special

By Gauthier Family Home Care | November 26, 2024 |

Elder care helps seniors with care and strategies to enjoy special events.

Celebrations like birthdays can help seniors feel connected, but elder care providers should watch for signs of distress in seniors during these events.

Helping Your Loved One Sleep Well After Shoulder Surgery

By Gauthier Family Home Care | November 20, 2024 |

24-hour home care can help aging seniors recover from surgery safer, better, and faster.

24-hour home care supports elderly shoulder surgery recovery by providing essential night and day assistance, ensuring rest, and aiding full recovery.

Whooping Cough and Seniors: Understanding the Risks and Prevention

By Gauthier Family Home Care | November 13, 2024 |

Senior home care can help seniors with daily care and hygiene to mitigate the risks of sickness and whooping cough.

Whooping cough is a risk for seniors, making senior home care crucial for education and prevention. Learn more about its symptoms and safety.

5 Reasons All Seniors Aging In Place Need Home Care Assistance

By Gauthier Family Home Care | November 6, 2024 |

Home care assistance helps aging seniors with supportive care to age safely and and healthy.

Home care assistance ensures seniors remain safe, healthy, and socially engaged at home by providing help with daily tasks and preventing isolation.

Caregiver of the Month – November 2024

By Gauthier Family Home Care | November 1, 2024 |

November Caregiver of the Month - Gavin Whorley

Congratulations to Gavin Whorley, our November 2024 Caregiver of the Month, for his outstanding attendance, attitude, and willingness to take on extra shifts at Gauthier.