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Your Elderly Mom Hosts the Holidays—Is It Time for Someone Else to Host?
December 6, 2022
Hosting holiday dinners gets harder for elderly loved ones. Here are some signs to watch out for and tips on how to effectively manage the holidays.
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2 Winterizing Tasks for Seniors (And 4 That Should Be Handled by Professionals)
October 24, 2022
As Winter peers over the horizon, senior homeowners in Clinton, Knoxville, Maryville and surrounding areas start thinking about winterizing their homes. While some of these tasks are easy to accomplish on your own, professionals may be better poised to take care of other items.
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Home Improvements: How to Prevent Slips and Falls From Rain, Snow, and Ice This Winter
October 8, 2022
Before long, we will be saying farewell to the warm weather and welcoming the cold days of winter here in Knoxville and surrounding areas. As we transition to frigid temperatures, now is a great time to consider what we can do to ensure our senior family members and friends in Maryville, Clinton, or Loudon are ready for the season. Here, we will offer a guide to minimizing slips and falls around their home, ensuring they remain safe this winter.
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Reducing Fall Risks and Recovering from a Broken Hip at Home: Bob's StorySeptember 28, 2022
Bob is a 97-year-old Navy veteran who lives in the Knoxville, TN area. Bob began services with Senior Helpers after a fall that led to a broken hip. He stayed with his son while recovering but was determined to return to his own home once he gained more strength. With the help of a Senior Helpers’ caregiver, Susan, Bob was able to move back into his home and began to recover, physically and mentally. This is Bob's story.
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Healthy Snacks and Recipes That Feature End-of-Summer Produce | Senior Helpers Greater Madisonville
September 16, 2022
Summer is coming to a close here in Greater Knoxville. While temperatures are still summer-hot, you can certainly see signs that fall is on its way. That also means it's time to enjoy all the locally-grown late summer produce. Make sure you know what's in season, then head to your local grower, farm stand, or grocery store that offers locally-grown produce. Stock up and enjoy some delicious healthy snacks made from end-of-summer produce.
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5 Self-Care Tips for Caregivers This Summer
August 26, 2022
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How Video Games for Seniors Can Help Their Cognitive Health
August 22, 2022
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5 Safe Swimming Tips For Seniors This Summer
July 12, 2022
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Don't Let Dehydration Take a Toll on Your Senior Loved Ones
May 25, 2022
Your loved ones may be more at risk for dehydration than you realize. While the signs of it are easy to notice in adults and children, they can be harder to spot in seniors. However, even mild dehydration can pose serious health risks to senior loved ones, so it's important to keep an eye out for these common warning signs that may be taking their toll on them
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Why Malnutrition Is More Prevalent In Seniors And Reasons For It
May 13, 2022
Unfortunately, as people get older, they become more at risk for malnutrition. Seniors, who do not get the amount of nutrients that their body needs, are at risk for several things, many of which are life-threatening.
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CNA Training at Gateway Achievement, Where Better Training Means Better Care
April 21, 2022
Certified Nursing Assistants, or CNAs, work under the direct, or indirect, supervision of a team supervisor to complete versatile and varied responsibilities that are needed to support a patient and increase their quality of life as they age, or during the recovery of an illness or injury.