The heart of Home Care lies in the compassion, kindness, and care that our caregivers offer. But caregivers can’t take care of others unless they first take care of themselves. However, the stress and anxiety that often surrounds a global pandemic can make self-care difficult. Especially for caregivers that are balancing competing demands such as […]
Read MoreMother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Mother in Your Life
Roses and jewelry tend to consume Mother’s Day holiday. In case you’re looking for the perfect gift for your senior mother or the special mother in your life, we have some unique and thoughtful ideas. Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so these are great last-minute shopping ideas to help get you inspired. Peace […]
Read MoreMay is Older Americans Month
May is the official ‘Older Americans Month,’ which provides us with the unique opportunity to celebrate the privilege of aging! Now we know that the thought of adding more candles to your birthday cake may bring a harmonious groan. But, at For Papa’s Sake, we believe the process of aging is something we can celebrate. […]
Read MoreSelecting a Home Care Agency that’s Right for You
Life can be stressful enough when someone you love or yourself needs home care. If you do a quick “Google” search, you’ll easily become inundated with information, some helpful while others not so much. We wanted to provide some key tips when starting your search to help streamline the process. The first step with selecting […]
Read MoreFinding the Right Caregiver is Not Easy
Finding the right caregiver for an aging loved one is not an easy task, especially if you’ve never had to navigate this world before. It’s difficult enough to watch your mom, dad, grandpa, grandma, or anyone you love age. Most people would prefer to stay in their home if they are able. Daily tasks may […]
Read MoreWorld Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Sadly, elder abuse, or older adults who experience abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation, is far too common. Perpetrators of elder abuse are often those closest to the individual, as studies from Adult Protective Services report that 90 percent of perpetrators of elder abuse are family members. Individuals […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Staying Social (Even While Socially Distancing)
While the COVID-19 pandemic affected social lives around the globe, it will likely have long-standing effects for our senior population. Due to the increased risks for seniors, the CDC recommends that older adults (aged 65 years and older) stay home if possible and avoid close contact with others. While restrictions are beginning to be lifted […]
Read MoreSpringtime
Spring has certainly sprung here in the Chicagoland area. At For Papa’s Sake Home Care, we love Spring because it’s a great opportunity to get out clients and Pearls outside and finally get some much-needed fresh air. Winter is difficult for many people, especially seniors because it limits daily activities. Along with Spring comes unknown […]
Read MoreShingles
Shingles is something we often hear about in the home care industry as it often impacts senior adults. The truth is, shingles can creep up on you at any age. Shingles is the result of the varicella-zoster virus which stays in your system once you’ve had chickenpox. 99% of the U.S. population over the age […]
Read MoreBringing Joy to Seniors During the Holidays
Joy to the World, the holiday season is here! Time to break out the decorations, ugly sweaters, string lights, and eggnog. The holidays are an exciting time of year to spend quality time with family and friends and cherish what truly matters. However, sometimes we can become so wrapped up in the holiday frenzy of […]
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