Our December Caregiver of the Month is Mary Theresa C!
Home Care Plus would like to recognize Mary Theresa C. as the Caregiver of the Month for December. Theresa is an exceptional caregiver who has been with us for almost a year. Theresa provides care to her clients with a high level of confidence and compassion. She offers reassurance to both the clients she cares […]
Loneliness and The Holidays
Tis the season for holiday cheer, but sadly not everyone’s spirit is merry and bright this time of year. Many older adults live alone and far from relatives, and the holidays can exacerbate feelings of loneliness. Loneliness is a emerging as a significant risk factor for cognitive decline. According to a 2016 study published in […]
The Hidden Risks from the Flu
Did you know that having a bout of the flu can increase your risk of having a heart attack or stroke for months after? Older people are especially susceptible to experiencing serious complications from the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that anyone age 65 and older get an annual flu vaccine. […]
December Newsletter: Happy Holidays from Home Care Plus!
Our December newsletter contains fun local events, a gift guide for those hard to buy for people on your list, information on heart attacks and the holidays, and so much more. Click here to read our December newsletter!
Something for Everyone on Your List: Holiday Gift Guide 2017
Gift an experience your loved one will never forget: Visit the historic Dock Street Theater for a festive performance of the Christmas Carol Gift tickets to your nature-loving relatives for the Southeastern Wildlife Expo coming up in February Be a tourist in your own town! Historical carriage rides, walking tours, Charleston Harbor Cruise or a […]
Our November Caregiver of the Month is Irish G!
Home Care Plus would like to recognize Irish G. as the Caregiver of the Month for November. Irish is an exceptional caregiver who has gone above and beyond with her client this month. Irish kept her client’s dog for a few days, picked her up and dropped her off at various appointments, and stayed long […]
Buy Local Month Starts Today!
Keep your dollars in our community by supporting local businesses this holiday season! Visit the Lowcountry Local First website at https://lowcountrylocalfirst.org/events/buylocalmonth/to find a list of local merchants and restaurants. Don’t forget to visit our Farmer’s Markets to find locally grown produce and crafts and wares from local artisans.
Holiday Help is Here!
As we enter November, it’s hard not to look ahead to the holidays that are just around the corner. If you are caring for an aging loved one with a chronic disease, you may be feeling more fear than cheer. The holidays can be stressful without the added emotional and time commitments that come with […]
Exploring Advances in Breast Cancer Research: Blood Marker Tests
Advances in breast cancer detection and treatment have come a long way, and promising new technologies are on the horizon. One of these advances is in liquid biopsies, or blood tests. According to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, blood tests have many positive benefits compared to other methods of detecting and treating breast cancer. Blood […]
Congratulations to our October Caregiver of the Month, Kendra G!
Home Care Plus would like to recognize Kendra G. as our Caregiver of the Month for October. Her compassion and giving heart have been evident since she started with us in 2013. Kendra cares for her clients with dignity, love and respect, and she treats them like family. She has consistently demonstrated that she is […]
