Our March Caregiver of the Month was Amanda B!
Home Care Plus would like to recognize Amanda B as our March Caregiver of the Month. Amanda has been with the company for over six months now and has shown flexibility and dependability throughout her time with us. She is a favorite of our clients–they just love to see her come through the door! We are […]
More Research to Support the Importance of a Strong Social Connection and Preventing Social Isolation for the Elderly
A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences followed 6,500 men and women ages 52 and older for over 7 years to determine the effect social isolation and loneliness had on mortality. Both are associated with a poorer quality of life and an increased risk for premature death. The study […]
Keeping Boredom at Bay
Whether you are a family or professional caregiver, it can be difficult to find activities to keep your loved one or client engaged. You may also have to deal with their frustration over their inability to do things independently. The best activities are projects that bring purpose and meaning to their life; everyone wants to […]
The Caregiving Journey: Which Programs and Services Are Right for Your Loved One?
If you are just starting out on the path of being a family caregiver, you probably have a lot of questions about which benefits your loved one is eligible for. Fortunately, there are a number of websites that can make finding local resources and financial support easier. A good starting place is Benefits.gov and […]
Combating Spring Allergies
Spring is in the air, which, more specifically, means pollen is in the air! If you suffer from seasonal allergies it is important to take steps to prevent them before they hit. This means knowing when the pollen season starts in your area (which can be as early as mid-February in Charleston!) and taking […]
Banish Back Pain
Anyone can have back pain, but those who are overweight, have poor posture, aren’t physically active, or suffer from certain health conditions like arthritis are more susceptible. You are also more likely to get back pain as you get older. Back pain is classified as either acute or chronic, depending on how long it […]
March Newsletter: Longer Days Ahead!
Check out our March newsletter for information on fun local events going on this month. Topics include hospice care, long distance caregiving, kidney disease, and much more!
Join the Home Care Plus Team Today as a Caregiver!
If you are compassionate, dependable, and have a current CNA certificate from an approved program in South Carolina, consider joining the Home Care Plus team as a caregiver and make a difference in someone’s life today! For a job description and list of requirements, click here.
Understanding OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, affects over 2 million Americans and is characterized by a high level of anxiety that results in an uncontrollable desire to repeat certain actions. For example, someone with OCD may wash their hands repeatedly if they are afraid of germs, or they might habitually check and re-check that they’ve locked their […]
The Long Distance Caregiving Dilemma
Being a family caregiver is never easy, but caring for a loved one from afar adds another level of complexity and worry to this already daunting role. If you are faced with the prospect of being a long distance caregiver, you may not know where to begin. How do you find someone trustworthy to provide […]
