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Senior Safety Tips See all Senior Safety Tips Posts
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Online Safety Tips for Seniors
Internet safety for seniors is important so that they can safely and securely communicate regularly with others and possibly do more activities online such as reading the latest news, checking their health care portal, and more.
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Tips for Helping an Elderly Loved One Declutter Their Home
Seniors planning to age in place or considering downsizing may need to declutter their homes. Find out how you can help with this often overwhelming process.
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Seniors and Driving Safety
Driving often means independence for people, but senior drivers may experience challenges that could put them and others on the road at risk. Homewatch CareGivers offers transportation assistance to clients.
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Aging See all Aging Posts
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10 Great Hobbies for Seniors
Hobbies add joy and a sense of accomplishment to our lives. Check out these fun hobbies for seniors. They can be done at home and aren’t expensive to start.
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Elderspeak and How to Avoid It
Elderspeak can be well-meaning baby talk when someone speaks to an older adult. Learn how to avoid it and why.
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11 Myths About Aging – Aging Myths That Aren’t Accurate
Many of the things people think about getting older are simply not true. Learn some of the most common myths about aging and the truth behind them.
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Caregivers See all Caregivers Posts
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Springtime Activities for Caregivers
We’ve put together this fun infographic with some springtime activities for family or professional caregivers to do with the person that they care for and want to have some fun with.
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When Caregiving Gets Awkward
As an adult son, daughter, spouse, or even grandchild, you want to help a loved one when they become ill or their abilities change as the result of natural aging. But are there some things that you would prefer a professional caregiver do instead?
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How to Manage Caregiver Stress
Everyone experiences stress at some point in their life, but what is stress? And why does it impact well-being? And how can caregivers decrease their stress?
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Chronic Conditions See all Chronic Conditions Posts
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Caring for Someone Dealing with Vision Loss
As people age, their eyesight naturally changes and depending on the cause, this can mean a change to their independence and possibly increased support for daily activities.
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The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Dementia
Concerned about hearing loss and dementia? Learn the surprising link and how hearing loss interventions can help.
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How You Can Support a Person Living with Diabetes
There are many ways to support a loved one who has been diagnosed with diabetes. Learn about lifestyle and everyday tips for offering at-home diabetes care.
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Coping See all Coping Posts
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How to Fight Loneliness
Often elders can feel lonely as life changes with age can reduce social circles and opportunities for engaging with others regularly. Whatever the age, surveys show that loneliness is increasing in society.
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Is That Grief You're Feeling?
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Conquering Loneliness, Helplessness and Boredom with Home Care
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COVID-19 See all COVID-19 Posts
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Ageism and Illness
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Physical Distancing vs. Social Distancing
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Financial & Planning See all Financial & Planning Posts
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Now is the Time for Estate Planning
Experts recommend estate planning before a crisis hits. Read one person's story in this article.
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Medicare, Medicaid, and Home Care
The opportunity to use Medicaid to pay for in-home care will depend first on meeting the qualifications and then the state in which the person needing care resides.
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The Most Popular Scams Targeting the Elderly (and Prevention Tips)
Although people of any age can be taken advantage of by thieves and scammers, research shows that people over the age of 60 are among the most vulnerable; people over 80 are at even higher risk for financial exploitation, according to Consumer Affairs.
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Health Tips See all Health Tips Posts
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10 Healthy Meals for Seniors That Are Quick and Easy to Make
What we eat to stay healthy changes as we age. Check out these 10 quick senior meal ideas. Food for elderly people can be healthy, delicious, and easy!
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Tips for Maintaining Cardiovascular Health
February is National Heart Health Month. Here are four ways that a caregiver or anyone taking care of a loved one can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
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Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Seniors
There are many benefits of anti-inflammatory diets for seniors. Learn which foods your senior loved one can enjoy that reduce inflammation.
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Home Care See all Home Care Posts
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Understanding the Ups and Downs of the Cost of Care
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Surgery After Cataracts
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What Size Home Care Fits You?
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Hospice See all Hospice Posts
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When a Loved One Wishes to Die at Home
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What Don’t You Know About Hospice?
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Hospice Partnerships and 24/7 Care
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Miscellaneous See all Miscellaneous Posts
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Expressing Our Gratitude for Social Workers
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What Does Community Mean?
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A Return to Old Hobbies
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Parents See all Parents Posts
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Mother's Day Gifts and Activities for Seniors
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Pet Therapy See all Pet Therapy Posts
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Pets and Seniors
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The Rewards of Canine Companionship
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Seniors and Pets: The Truth About Cats and Dogs
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Prevention & Safety Tips See all Prevention & Safety Tips Posts
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Safety Precautions: What It Means
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The 4 Most Surprising Bathroom Hazards for the Elderly
Bathrooms can be perilous, especially for people who are elderly or living with a chronic condition that can make slips and falls more likely. The good news is that simple safety measures can be put in place to make bathrooms safer for everyone.
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Kitchen Safety Tips for Seniors
The kitchen can be a dangerous place for anyone, but several kitchen hazards are noted concerns for seniors. Learn how to keep your aging loved ones safe.
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Stress Management See all Stress Management Posts
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National Stress Awareness Month: Ways to Support Caregivers
Looking for ways to reduce your stress as a caregiver? We've got several tips to help!
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Causes of Negative Thinking: How to Help Your Elder Loved One
The physical and mental challenges that come with aging can intensify the likelihood of negative thoughts. Here are four ways to help you cope with elderly negative thinking.
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Can Stress Cause Shingles?
Ouch! Shingles can be extremely painful. Stress can be one trigger for the infection. Learn about the connection between shingles and stress.
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Care Receiving See all Care Receiving Posts
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Nervous About Home Care…In Your Home?
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Will You Need Home Care?
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24/7 Home Care for You and Your Family
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Stroke Tips See all Stroke Tips Posts
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8 Facts About Strokes
Learn facts about strokes, including the types, symptoms, and recovery. Know the FAST signs and how Homewatch CareGivers can support your loved one.
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