At Home Care
For many years, nursing home care has been a lifeline to elderly men and women–it actually used to be one of the only options available when elders needed medical help and personal care assistance as they aged.
Today there are other alternatives, including assisted living communities and licensed caregivers that deliver services in the home of aging adults. [Read more…]
Age-in-Place: How to choose a caregiver
It’s a fact that caring for an aging or disabled loved one can be rewarding and overwhelming at the same time. If left unchecked, the stress of caregiving can take a toll on a person’s health, relationships, and state of mind—something healthcare professionals refer to as “caregiver burnout.”
Hiring a caregiver for long term care or occasional respite can help prevent caregiver burnout. Partnering with a trusted care provider can be a win-win for both the person receiving care and their caregiver, especially if the role of caregiver has fallen on a spouse or other family member. [Read more…]
Rise and shine Whatcom County! Take My Hand At-Home care has launched a brand new bundle package that is helping local senior citizens start their day in a great way.
Experienced caregivers are available to help seniors with personal care tasks like bathing, dressing, meal preparation and medication monitoring – all in the comfort of their own home.
Yes it’s true, the majority of seniors dream of staying in their own home during the aging process – they want to “age-in-place” and continue living the lifestyle they are comfortable with for as long as possible. [Read more…]
Sue Sorensen became involved with Whatcom County eldercare and aging-in-place services in 2009. She launched Take My Hand At-Home Care in January 2012 … Read More...