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Celebrating the June 2024 Care Team Member of the Month: RPN Mitra Ostadmohammadseraj

Kris Aiken

Jul 32 min read

Celebrating the June 2024 Care Team Member of the Month: RPN Mitra Ostadmohammadseraj

We are thrilled to announce that RPN Mitra Ostadmohammadseraj has been named our Care Team Member of the Month for June 2024! Mitra’s...

Helping Older Loved Ones Stay Safe During Power Outages

The Care Company

Jun 183 min read

Helping Older Loved Ones Stay Safe During Power Outages

Summertime is a prime time for power failures. For most of us, it is a small inconvenience; but for seniors, it may cause an actual...

The Impact of a Personalized Care Plan on Senior Health

The Care Company

Jun 122 min read

The Impact of a Personalized Care Plan on Senior Health

You've just started exploring senior care options for a loved one, and you're feeling slightly overwhelmed. There are so many choices to...

The May 2024 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Shirley Iway.

Kris Aiken

Jun 61 min read

The May 2024 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Shirley Iway.

We are thrilled to announce that RPN Shirley Iway has been recognized as our Care Team Member of the Month. Shirley has demonstrated...

Enhance Daily Living With Inspiring Activities for Dementia Care

The Care Company

Jun 62 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.

How to Speak with Empathy to a Loved One With Cancer

marissasnook

May 162 min read

How to Speak with Empathy to a Loved One With Cancer

Striking up a conversation with a loved one with cancer can sometimes be awkward and leave you feeling unsure of what to say. Should you...

Strengthening Ties: Effective Communication Strategies for Family Caregivers

marissasnook

May 132 min read

Strengthening Ties: Effective Communication Strategies for Family Caregivers

Taking care of an older loved one in the home can put a strain on family dynamics. Siblings may disagree on care decisions, adult...

Exciting New Alzheimer’s Treatment Options Generate Hope for Millions

The Care Company

May 62 min read

Exciting New Alzheimer’s Treatment Options Generate Hope for Millions

One positive aspect of Alzheimer’s disease is it has captured the attention of researchers everywhere who are determined to discover a...

The April 2024 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Richeka Baker Marsh!

Kris Aiken

May 31 min read

The April 2024 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Richeka Baker Marsh!

In the heart of April, amidst the blossoming of spring, we find ourselves celebrating the season's renewal and the remarkable dedication...

Finding Harmony: Managing Work Alongside Parental Care Responsibilities

marissasnook

Apr 182 min read

Finding Harmony: Managing Work Alongside Parental Care Responsibilities

Though we may dread the sound of our alarm signifying another workday, having a profession outside of the home is very important for...

Educating and Empowering: Redefining How to Talk About Dementia

marissasnook

Apr 163 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...

The Care Conundrum: When Aging Parents Resist Care

The Care Company

Apr 102 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...

Nicole Ducalas, RPN, is the March 2024 Care Team Member of the Month!

Kris Aiken

Apr 32 min read

Nicole Ducalas, RPN, is the March 2024 Care Team Member of the Month!

We are thrilled to spotlight Nicole Ducalas, RPN, as our Care Team Member of the Month for March 2024. Nicole's dedication and expertise...

Enhancing Connection: Effective Communication Strategies for Dementia Care

marissasnook

Mar 202 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...

Tips and Techniques for Overcoming the Fear of Falling in Seniors

marissasnook

Mar 143 min read

Tips and Techniques for Overcoming the Fear of Falling in Seniors

As we grow older, it is natural to become more apprehensive about the risk of falling. For many people, however, the fear of falling can...

Breaking the Silence: Family Caregivers Speak Out on Their Needs

marissasnook

Mar 112 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...

The February 2024 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Matthew Cutrara

Kris Aiken

Mar 72 min read

The February 2024 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Matthew Cutrara

February's spotlight shines brightly on Matthew Cutrara, RPN, our exceptional Care Team Member of the Month. Matthew's unwavering...

Unique Ideas for a Special Senior Birthday Celebration

The Care Company

Feb 213 min read

Unique Ideas for a Special Senior Birthday Celebration

If you are looking for a fun way to celebrate the life of someone you love, nothing beats a birthday party! The key to planning a...

Is It Time for 24-Hour Dementia Support?

The Care Company

Feb 142 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...

Time Management Tips for a Fulfilling Caregiver Experience

The Care Company

Feb 83 min read

Time Management Tips for a Fulfilling Caregiver Experience

How much extra time do you have on your hands? If you are like most family caregivers, carving out sufficient time to fulfill each day’s...