Help Seniors Stay Safe This Winter with Tips from Our Senior Helpers in St. Louis
Those of us living in St. Louis know: winters can be beautiful one moment and downright dangerous the next! Blustery storms leave gorgeous scenery in their wake, beckoning us to come out and explore, regardless of our age. For seniors, there are a variety of hazards – some quite obvious, such as slipping on icy […]
Alzheimer’s Communication Tips from Compassionate Nursing Care’s Trained Dementia Caregivers
We all need to feel connected to others, and those with Alzheimer’s disease are no exception. But as the disease progresses, it can become increasingly difficult to know just what to say – and how to say it – without adding to the confusion and frustration that often go hand in hand for those with […]
Take This Quick Senior Care Burnout Quiz and See if In Home Care Services Can Help
If you’re providing in home care services for a senior loved one, you’re in good company. The Family Caregiver Alliance’s National Center on Caregiving reports that more than 65 million Americans are walking that same journey of care, spending as much as 20 to 40 hours each week providing care, or more. Referred to as […]
Top 5 Questions to Ask a St. Louis Home Care Agency
So you’ve decided to hire a caregiver through a reputable in-home senior care agency. Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step towards improving quality of life and enhancing safety for your senior loved one. If you’re like many family members beginning the home care journey, you may be at a bit of a loss as to […]
What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Senior Caregiver
Perhaps you’ve been noticing some subtle changes in Mom lately; nothing significant that you can exactly put your finger on, but she seems a bit more frail, or maybe a bit more forgetful. You’re concerned about her being home alone so much; what if she falls? Or leaves a pot of soup cooking on the […]