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How Professional PSWs Support Seniors’ Daily Needs
Personal Support Workers (PSWs) play a vital role in helping seniors maintain their independence and dignity while living at home....

Kris Aiken
Mar 182 min read


Understanding Dementia: Early Signs and Care Options
Dementia doesn’t just affect memory—it touches every part of a person’s life, and the earlier it’s recognized, the sooner interventions...

Kris Aiken
Feb 242 min read


The Benefits of 24/7 Home Care for Families
Pre-discharge to Homecare Imagine the peace of mind that comes with knowing your loved one is cared for around the clock. 24/7 home care...

Kris Aiken
Feb 212 min read


Beyond the Name: Finding Joy When a Loved One With Dementia Forgets You
“Mary, it’s wonderful to see you!” What a sweet greeting this would be…if you were Mary. More and more, Mom is referring to you as her...

The Care Company
Nov 19, 20244 min read


Dementia Care Tips: How to Help a Senior Change Clothes With Confidence
It’s an ordinary morning, and you’re helping Dad get ready for the day. You have selected a few options of outfits for him to pick from,...

The Care Company
Oct 14, 20243 min read


Alzheimer's Risk: What Genetics and Lifestyle Reveal About Your Future
While you watch Mom struggling to think of your name or getting lost in her day-to-day routine, a distressing thought might slip into...

The Care Company
Sep 4, 20243 min read


What to Do When a Person With Dementia Hides Items
We have all felt that moment of sheer panic when we cannot find our keys or wallet. It’s disorienting and frustrating. Now, picture this...

The Care Company
Aug 12, 20242 min read


Enhancing Well-Being in Seniors: Tips for Promoting Positivity
Caring for an aging parent often means becoming their confidant and cheerleader. It should never be merely about medical appointments or...
marissasnook
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Strategies for Enhancing Independence in Dementia Care
Routine small successes for an individual with —like fixing what they want for dinner or tying their own shoes—can feel enormous. These...
marissasnook
Jul 16, 20242 min read


5 Practical Ways to Support Independence in Aging Parents
What if your mom, who's always had a green thumb, decides she wants to redesign the family garden? Though she might move a little slower...

The Care Company
Jul 8, 20242 min read


Enhance Daily Living With Inspiring Activities for Dementia Care
Discover inspiring activities for dementia care that enhance daily living for those with dementia. Learn more here.

The Care Company
Jun 6, 20242 min read


Educating and Empowering: Redefining How to Talk About Dementia
Receiving a diagnosis of dementia is never easy. It is the start of a difficult rollercoaster of fear, anxiety, uncertainty, grief, and...
marissasnook
Apr 16, 20243 min read


The Care Conundrum: When Aging Parents Resist Care
It is a complicated situation many family caregivers encounter: your aging parents, who once cared for you, now reject the aid they so...

The Care Company
Apr 10, 20242 min read


Enhancing Connection: Effective Communication Strategies for Dementia Care
Have you ever said the wrong thing? Maybe your intention was to compliment a friend on her new haircut, but you came across sounding like...
marissasnook
Mar 20, 20242 min read


Breaking the Silence: Family Caregivers Speak Out on Their Needs
If you have ever felt invisible as a family caregiver, you are not alone. Caring for someone you love takes center stage, and you may...
marissasnook
Mar 11, 20242 min read


Is It Time for 24-Hour Dementia Support?
Tending to a loved one with dementia requires continuous adaptation to the individual's changing needs. As the disease progresses, there...

The Care Company
Feb 14, 20242 min read


Culinary Strategies for Improved Dementia Care
There is something so special about the kitchen. It is the very first stop kids make when they get home from school in search of a snack...

The Care Company
Jan 3, 20242 min read


Living in Their World: Navigating the Benefits and Risks of Reality Orientation in Dementia Care
Do you ever wake up in the middle of a dream and wonder, just for a minute, if what you were dreaming about was real? It can feel so...
marissasnook
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Top Tips for Managing Holiday Stress as a Caregiver
What do you wish for most this holiday season? Peace on earth? Good health for your loved ones? Financial security? What if you could...

Kris Aiken
Nov 20, 20232 min read


In-Home Hospital Care: Benefits and Considerations for Families
No one wants to spend any more time than necessary in the hospital. The goal is to get the required treatment or procedure over with as...
marissasnook
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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