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6 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

Published December 01, 2017 by Donna Mae Scheib

The winter season brings the excitement of the holidays, shorter days, colder temperatures and—for many states here in the US—inclement weather conditions. It's important for everyone to take the right precautionary measures to ensure winter safety, and this is especially true for seniors—they are among the most vulnerable during this time. read more

A walk down memory lane helps us understand the importance of providing quality care to our seniors. It's enlightening and exciting to see how far we have come as an industry. Today, it's also important that we provide education and marketing to help seniors overcome the negative perceptions history has created within the senior care industry. read more

Offering volunteer services to various businesses, organizations and events in your community can be a great way to use your time and talents during your retirement years. Wanting to volunteer but not sure where to begin? Check out some common volunteer opportunities and benefits. read more

There is increasing demand for home care providers as more and more seniors choose to live independently and maintain their existing lifestyles. Although qualifications, licensure and compensation vary from state to state, there are some general factors to consider when hiring a home care provider for seniors. read more

Heat and the Elderly

Published November 15, 2017 by Donna Mae Scheib

Are you and your elderly loved one thinking of taking a trip somewhere sunny to shake off the winter? While it may be winter for most of us, there's never a bad time to keep heat safety in mind and medical researchers claim that people over the age of 65 are more prone to heat-related problems. read more

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