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The January 2024 Care Team Member of The Month is RPN Junah Nerissa Cagang.

Kris Aiken

Feb 12 min read

The January 2024 Care Team Member of The Month is RPN Junah Nerissa Cagang.

In the heart of January, where resolutions are made, and fresh starts are embraced, it brings me immense joy to shine the spotlight on an...

Understanding and Overcoming Common Obstacles to Senior Sleep

The Care Company

Jan 182 min read

Understanding and Overcoming Common Obstacles to Senior Sleep

We have all been there: counting sheep, slowing down our breathing, listening to white noise, all in an attempt to force our brains to...

How to Provide Compassionate Care for Grieving Seniors

The Care Company

Jan 102 min read

How to Provide Compassionate Care for Grieving Seniors

By the time we reach our golden years, we’ve had many years of building deep connections with family and friends. These bonds are crucial...

Our December 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is RN, Donna Diadamo.

Kris Aiken

Jan 32 min read

Our December 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is RN, Donna Diadamo.

In exceptional care, some stand out for their dedication and genuine commitment. This month, we proudly spotlight Donna Diadamo, RN, as...

Culinary Strategies for Improved Dementia Care

The Care Company

Jan 32 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 Next Chapter: Thriving After Caregiving Ends

marissasnook

Dec 19, 20232 min read

The Next Chapter: Thriving After Caregiving Ends

Caring for a loved one is frequently an all-consuming role. It requires a great deal of your energy, time, and focus. And after...

What Is the Ideal Level of Exercise for Seniors?

marissasnook

Dec 12, 20232 min read

What Is the Ideal Level of Exercise for Seniors?

The countdown is on to the new year, and this means just one thing: deciding on a resolution you can make that you’ll actually be...

Our November 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Krystal Barnsley.

Kris Aiken

Dec 6, 20232 min read

Our November 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is RPN Krystal Barnsley.

Please join us in congratulating Krystal for being awarded the Care Team Member of the Month award for November 2023. Krystal's...

Living in Their World: Navigating the Benefits and Risks of Reality Orientation in Dementia Care

marissasnook

Dec 6, 20232 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...

Top Tips for Managing Holiday Stress as a Caregiver

Kris Aiken

Nov 20, 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...

In-Home Hospital Care: Benefits and Considerations for Families

marissasnook

Nov 15, 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...

Understanding How to Prevent Boredom in Dementia Patients

The Care Company

Nov 7, 20232 min read

Understanding How to Prevent Boredom in Dementia Patients

Salt and pepper. Macaroni and cheese. Peanut butter and jelly. Some things are just meant to go together. One combination you want to...

The October 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is PSW Samantha Alcide.

Kris Aiken

Nov 6, 20232 min read

The October 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is PSW Samantha Alcide.

Hello, and welcome to our October 2023 edition of "Care Team Member of the Month!" This month, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on a...

Adaptive Apparel That Helps Seniors Stay Independent

The Care Company

Oct 19, 20232 min read

Adaptive Apparel That Helps Seniors Stay Independent

What were your thoughts when selecting the outfit you put on this morning? Comfort? Style? A specific memory attached to a piece of...

Overcoming Caregiver Resentment When Providing Care for a Spouse

The Care Company

Oct 18, 20232 min read

Overcoming Caregiver Resentment When Providing Care for a Spouse

You both promised to look after each other through better or worse, in sickness and in health. When these cherished sentiments are first...

Tips for Dealing With Repetitive Speech in Dementia

marissasnook

Oct 11, 20232 min read

Tips for Dealing With Repetitive Speech in Dementia

If you’ve ever played music on vinyl records, you know that the needle does not always track properly. Sometimes a tiny bit of dust or...

Our September 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is PSW Rosie Quitoles.

Kris Aiken

Oct 5, 20232 min read

Our September 2023 Care Team Member of the Month is PSW Rosie Quitoles.

It's that time of the month again when we have the privilege of highlighting one of our exceptional care team members who truly goes...

Understanding the Sensory Impact of Dementia

The Care Company

Sep 21, 20232 min read

Understanding the Sensory Impact of Dementia

When we think about dementia, the first thing that typically comes to mind is the loss of memory. Cognitive decline is a hallmark effect...

How to Have Hard Conversations That Build Family Bonds

The Care Company

Sep 13, 20232 min read

How to Have Hard Conversations That Build Family Bonds

Anytime you dedicate so much energy to caring for a senior member of the family, it is natural for other relationships to take a back...

How to Protect Your Privacy as a Caregiver

The Care Company

Sep 5, 20232 min read

How to Protect Your Privacy as a Caregiver

Think back on your teen years. Remember how important it was to locate a safe spot to be by yourself, to shut out the world, turn up the...