Happy #FeelGoodFriday! The residents of Spiritwood Assisted Living have been recreating famous movie posters for calendars. They’ve used the proceeds to raise about $14,000 for The Alzheimer’s Association! https://hubs.li/H0w_z4-0
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Seniors Recreate Iconic Movie Posters For Calendar That’s Raising Thousands For Alzheimer’s – And They're Amazing
Growing older doesn’t mean falls are inevitable. Falls are preventable, and the National Council on Aging has a ton of great resources to help educate families on how to do so! Start Fall Prevention Awareness Week by taking a Falls Free CheckUp from @NCOAging: https://hubs.li/H0wDLsV0 #fallpreventionawareness #fallprevention #caregiving #seniorcare
Grandparents make the world a little softer, a little kinder, and a little warmer. Happy National Grandparents Day! #grandparentsday #seniorhelpers
From our Senior Helper colleagues in the North Bay:
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We are hiring care givers! If you or someone you know would like to know more about what it takes to be a great care giver, please reach out.
E-mail jkane@seniorhelpers.com or call the office 510-398-8218
Adult Protective Services operates in every county in California. If you need report elder abuse call 833-401-0832 this hotline is for the entire state of California.
Even if we win or fail at anything, it can be done and we still will have something to take with us. So remember if you are scared to do something, take the chance and do it. Happy #MotivationalMonday!
Its #HealthyLungMonth! Let's take care of our lungs so they can keep taking care of us! Follow our tips to stay healthy with COVID-19 among us. #SeniorHealth #SeniorHelpers https://hubs.li/H0xGF6V0
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Senior Helpers makes transitions to home easier with Staying Home Safe™ - a unique approach to care management that helps patients achieve their goals while creating a safe environment for recuperation. Inquire to learn more about our customized care plans for your loved one.
Your parents took care of you, and now it's your turn to take care of them. With the right advice and resources, this can be a smooth transition! #AgingParents #AgingCare #SeniorLiving https://hubs.li/H0xjsD20
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How to Make Your Home Safe for Aging Parents
Our vision is something that gives us fuel to live our life. What we have to do is maintain hope, no matter what the situation is. #MotivationalMonday
Nutrition is important at any age. What’s also important is knowing what healthy eating facts are true and which ones are fiction! Check out our list of debunked nutrition myths. #Healthy Seniors https://hubs.li/H0yC7Q30
Breast Cancer doesn’t care about your age, gender, or how many people rely on you. This is why we must educate ourselves and our family members on breast cancer. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, please read and share these survivors’ tips on how to talk to your children about Breast Cancer. #Breastcancerawareness https://hubs.li/H0yjh9L0
With all the news about the various COVID-19 vaccines in development, it's easy to forget there's another type of vaccine out there right now, ready to protect us from a potentially serious viral disease: The influenza — or flu. Read this article to learn 8 myths about the flu shot to stop believing - especially this year! https://hubs.li/H0y8Fvf0
Senior Helpers is growing! We are hiring caregivers, no experience necessary. Be a hero helping our senior citizens.
Call the office @ 510-398-8318 or email JJenkins@seniorhelpers.com for more information.
October 15th is Global Handwashing Day, a day dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of washing your hands. We all want to be as clean as possible especially with COVID-19 lurking, so check out our blog for interesting facts and tips on handwashing and how you can do your part on Global Handwashing Day! https://hubs.li/H0x-NVn0
COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and it affects more than 24 million Americans. November is COPD Awareness Month, so here are a few signs and symptoms of COPD! https://hubs.li/H0Bqyj90
Did you know that around 25% of older adults, ages 65+, have some form of diabetes? Living with diabetes requires some lifestyle changes including diet, exercise, and more. Check out our blog on how to eat well while living with Diabetes! https://hubs.li/H0Bg5pZ0
Did you know that around 25% of older adults, ages 65+, have some form of diabetes? Living with diabetes requires some lifestyle changes including diet, exercise, and more. Check out our blog on how to eat well while living with Diabetes! https://hubs.li/H0Bgfz20
November is National Family Caregivers Month! Senior Helpers is very thankful for all caregivers out there, so take this time to appreciate, celebrate, and support all family caregivers! #FamilyCaregivers
As people across the world look to music for comfort, Marta C. Gonzalez, a former New York City ballerina with Alzheimer’s, recognizes the sound of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. In this beautiful clip you will see Gonzalez completely lost in the performance, her motions and expressions mirroring those she’s mastered decades before. https://hubs.ly/H0zyjWm0
More than one in three people age 65 years or older falls each year. Thus, many seniors develop a fear of falling, do not let this fear keep you from living your life. Getting plenty of sleep is one thing you can do to help prevent falls, check out this link for additional tips! https://hubs.li/H0z6yQ20
When you make a life-changing decision to become a caregiver, you now have the reward of making a difference in the lives of seniors. What is your favorite part about caregiving? https://hubs.li/H0GdvTd0
Trouble sleeping is a common problem among older adults. Using devices meant to encourage sleep could be your solution! All of these devices have great reviews and are made to help older adults sleep better. Check them out! https://hubs.li/H0G2XSz0
Take action to protect yourself against heart disease this month. Join us during American Heart Month to spread the word that when we take time daily to be heart healthy, those small acts help protect our hearts. #HealthyHearts https://hubs.li/H0FPxsd0
Approximately 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid cancer. It is important to discuss, because 60% of those with a thyroid disease are unaware of their condition. Read these common signs and symptoms of thyroid cancer to learn more. https://hubs.li/H0FF41Z0
Why Senior Helpers? By choosing us for a loved one, you’re not just getting exceptional care for any of their needs, but you’re gaining a genuine, in-home connection designed to give them the absolute best quality of life. Contact us to speak with a Senior Helpers elder care expert! https://hubs.li/H0FpHGl0
Sometimes the emotional stress of being a family caregiver can make you feel very alone. Well, you're not. There are many resources such as support groups and companies, that help out caregivers and many more to help take the weight off your shoulders. https://hubs.li/H0FdfYQ0
