Although Thanksgiving is over, it is still a time for gratitude.
Although Thanksgiving is over, it is good to still remember what we are grateful for and give thanks. Try to ensure that seniors have opportunities to give thanks for the great things in their lives. Think about positive things and reminisce about good times. If a senior is starting to experience symptoms of dementia, try […]
When’s the Medicare Open Enrollment Period?
Every year, Medicare’s open enrollment period is October 15 – December 7. People in a Medicare health or prescription drug plan should always review the materials their plans send them, like the “Evidence of Coverage” (EOC) and “Annual Notice of Change” (ANOC). If their plans are changing, they should make sure their plans will still […]
What is Your Risk? FREE Way to Assess Risk of Developing Breast Cancer
The Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool Estimate a woman’s risk of developing invasive breast cancer over the next 5 years and up to age 90 (lifetime risk). The tool uses a woman’s personal medical and reproductive history and the history of breast cancer among her first-degree relatives (mother, sisters, daughters) to estimate absolute breast cancer […]
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH
Home Care Plus (HCP) announces that Lisa W. was September Caregiver of the Month She provides what her clients have described as “amazing, loving care”. Her new motherly instincts also contribute to her compassion and eagerness to assist.
Stay Active and Informed with Information from SCIWAY
Home Care Plus has recently partnered with SCIWAY (the South Carolina Information Highway) and has been featured on SCIWAY’s home page. See https://www.sciway.net/. SCIWAY helps South Carolinians and people throughout the world find information about South Carolina quickly and easily. The largest and most comprehensive directory of South Carolina information, SCIWAY includes over 50,000 links […]
Fast ways to relieve stress…
Some of the speediest and reliable way to relieve stress is by engaging one or more of your senses—sight, sound, taste, smell, touch—or through movement. Enjoy the beauty of nature—a garden, the beach, a park, or your own backyard. Surround yourself with colors that lift your spirits. Close your eyes and picture a place that […]
Home Care Plus (HCP) announces that Whitney W. was Caregiver of the Month
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH Hired earlier this year, Whitney has very quickly provided cheerful and compassionate care to her recently assigned clients. She has also accepted additional client shifts during this last month to provide emergency coverage care.
FREE SERVICE for Those Unable to Read Clearly or Turn Pages.
Stay Connected, Stay Up-to-Date, and Stay Informed Anyone who cannot read conventional newsprint, anyone with a physical disability who is unable to turn a page can qualify for this free service. There are many access methods for this publication content, either over the phone, free mobile app for iPhone, iPad and iPod, over the […]
ENHANCE YOUR LIFE Simple Ideas for Seniors Try these ideas!
ENHANCE YOUR LIFE Simple Ideas for Seniors Try these ideas! Use Your Senses: > The Gift of Taste – Taste different flavors of ice cream, tea or fruit > The Gift of Sound – Listen to music or different sounds of animals or nature > The Gift of Smell – Sniff a bundle of fragrant fresh flowers or […]
EAT YOUR WATER!
EAT YOUR WATER! It can be hard to maintain the optimal water content in your body–especially during hot summer months. You can also eat water! Fruits and vegetables help you stay hydrated because of high water content. Cantelope/Melon – 92% Celery – 95% Cucumbers – 96% Grapefruit – 92% Peppers – 93% Radishes – 95% Squash/Zucchini […]
