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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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 […]
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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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Scams towards anyone are horrible but especially horrendous when targeting helpless, vulnerable, and aging seniors. To seniors living on a fixed budget, every penny counts so it’s important we help make everyone aware of the possible scams out there targeting seniors. The perception is that only wealthy seniors are targeted for scams which is simply […]
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Mark your calendars because Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 18th! We see this day as an opportunity to spoil our dads, granddads, and dad-like men in our lives—plus Father’s Day is an excuse to fire up the grill and spend time outside. It’s all too common for our dads to refuse a gift or […]
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Say goodbye to summer heat and hello to cooler weather with a side of pumpkin everything. With fall here, it’s never been a more perfect opportunity to take advantage of the cooling weather and its related health benefits. For some, fall means leggings and boots season but it’s important to see past the pumpkin spice […]
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Caregiving is a demanding job, not only on a caregiver’s physical health but for their mental and emotional side as well. Many caregivers are focused on their client’s well-being, so much so that they often neglect their own health, often leading to burnout. As a client or family member of a client, we want to […]
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