With the upcoming Spring Break, some seniors may be nervous to embark on a new destination. However, aging doesn’t mean becoming stationary for the rest of your life. In fact, once you’ve retired, it’s your time to get out and see the world. Whether it’s a domestic trip visiting family or an adventure to check […]
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While the summer is often filled with joyous occasions, it’s also a dangerous time, especially for seniors. Seniors especially need to be vigilant over the summer in order to remain healthy and happy. One very important piece of staying safe and healthy is avoiding dehydration. Dehydration is an excessive loss of water from the body […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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