National Hand Washing Week
The first week of December is National Hand Washing Week! Experts recommend washing your hands with soap and clean water for at least 20 seconds. Be sure to clean the backs of your hands, under your fingernails and between fingers. Dry them using a clean towel. The CDC calls hand washing a do-it-yourself vaccine and […]
Veteran’s Day is Monday, November 11, 2019
Ways to Honor a Veteran on Veteran’s Day: 1. Attend a Veteran’s Day event.2. Ask a Veteran about their time in the military, and really listen to their answer.3. Hang a flag in your yard.4. Ask an aging Veteran to share with you the song that takes them back.5. Visit the grave site of a […]
Halloween Safety Tips for Seniors
Halloween can be fun for all ages. However, seniors with dementia and other physical limitations, Halloween can cause negative impacts, such as confusion or falls. The following are some safety tips for seniors on Halloween: Keep floors, entry ways and porches free of decorations. Add night lights near door ways and halls to keep them […]
Gorgeous Grandma Day is July 23
Gorgeous Grandma Day is July 23. The day to tell Granny just how stunning she really is. Many people around the world say that we do not do enough to honor our elderly. Just as well, then, that days such as Gorgeous Grandma Day exist. Gorgeous Grandma Day is a time of the year in […]
After a Fall
Knowing what to do after a fall and how to get up after a fall are important to protect yourself from pain and inconvenience. > After you have fallen assess if you are in great pain or are injured. > Call to someone for help if they are at home in another room. > If […]
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH Shameka W. has been providing great care through Home Care Plus since the beginning of 2019. Since then she has been a sought after, reliable caregiver who has accepted many client patient cases and has always been ready, willing and able to assist in whatever way makes […]
End of Life Wishes Made Easy
Five Wishes has helped more than 30 million families and 40,000 entities with advance care planning, resources, workshops and one-on-one assistance regarding dignified care and end-of-life wishes. The Five Wishes is easy to use and understand advance directive also known as a living will. Once signed it meets the legal requirements of 42 states and […]
April Fools’ Day- Laughter is good for health!
Laugh! Monday is April Fools’ Day! For well-being and good health, giggles are serious. Research suggests humor can improve short-term memory. According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter is an excellent stress reliever, reduces the “stress hormone” cortisol. “Begin by laughing more daily,” A rehabilitation scientist, Bains said. “It will improve your quality of life.” “Laughter […]
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH Veronica G.
Home Care Plus (HCP) announces that Veronica G. is Caregiver of the Month. A dependable caregiver with Home Care Plus since 2017, Veronica’s holistic focus is shown consistently by her reliable attention for her client patients, information and suggestions to family members and reports back to the office. Her attention to detail is evident in […]
Remember Love of all Types and the Important People in your Life
Valentine’s Day it’s not just for couples. It is another great time of year to celebrate and express our love for others that we have known throughout our lives. Valentine’s Day is a time to remember love of all types and the important people in your life. Seniors may feel lonely since the excitement of […]
