Posts Tagged ‘home care grand rapids MI’
Are Protein Shakes Good for Seniors?
Seniors should focus on diet to maintain their health and wellbeing. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Eating healthy can also help to maintain a healthy weight, which can reduce the risk of falling. Additionally, a…
Read MoreWhat Is Home Care?
Have you ever thought about having caregivers available to help your dad with day-to-day activities? If so, you’ve thought about home care services.
Read MoreTop Factors That Lead to Age-Related Memory Problems
Is your elderly loved one starting to suffer from memory loss? There are so many conditions and diseases that can cause memory loss in the elderly population.
Read MoreThe Coronavirus (COVID-19)
What we know as of 3/1/20. COVID-19 is spread much like the regular flu—through coughs and sneezes that put droplets in the air and on surfaces. It may be 2–14 days after exposure before a person has symptoms. That means people can spread the virus without knowing it. And many have symptoms that seem much like a cold, so they don’t think to alter their behavior.
Read MoreFeel as if You’re Not Doing Enough as a Long-distance Caregiver?
It’s tough to be a long-distance caregiver, especially if you’re worried you’re not hitting all the right marks.
Read MoreHome Care Outings: Visiting a Science Museum!
Home Care in Grand Rapids MI Going on outings is a great way for your parents to get even more benefit from their home care journey. Whether they are going with you, with their in home health care services provider, or both, these adventures offer mental stimulation, support better emotional health and cognitive functioning, and…
Read MoreWays in Which Home Care Providers Can Help Clients Fight Loneliness
Home Care – Helping Client Fight Loneliness in Grand Rapids MI We may become less social as we age. Seniors may become isolated due to the loss of a spouse or close friend. They may be disabled or unable to drive. They may be embarrassed to leave their home due to a medical condition, such…
Read MoreFrom the Desk of Dan Gauthier- Thank You West Michigan!
From Dan’s desk: When Marion and I began our home care agency, we really had no idea what to expect in terms of growth. I have been making business plan forecasts for over 30 years, with varying degrees of success, but I have to admit that my crystal ball was a little foggy when it…
Read MoreHome Care in Grand Rapids, MI : Understand the Resources Needed to Keep Seniors in Their Own Homes
According to a report by the MetLife Mature Market Institute, most people over the age of 45 express a desire to live in their own home even when assistance becomes necessary. In addition, over 25 percent of seniors report that they fear the loss of their independence and moving to a nursing home more than they…
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