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  • How to Talk to Extended Family About Getting Flu Shots and Vaccines Before the Holidays

    December 1, 2022

    Many people still have doubts and concerns about vaccinations. As holiday festivities approach, take time to talk to flu vaccination-hesitant family members about the need to get vaccinated.

  • Your Family Can't Visit for the Holidays — How to Keep Your Spirits Up

    November 21, 2022

    Your celebrations may be different this year when you can't see your family for the holidays, but you don’t have to struggle with depression. Discover ways to keep a festive spirit and make this special time of year joyous and bright.

     

  • 7 Effective Strategies for Fighting Loneliness and Isolation As the Sun Sets Earlier

    November 3, 2022

    Shorter days and longer nights can jeopardize the social life of seniors as well as their physical activities, causing loneliness, isolation, and other symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. Learn what you can do to help your elderly loved one stay active and social so they can adjust well to the changing season.

  • How to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Your Home As the Weather Changes

    October 20, 2022

    Seniors are highly susceptible to respiratory, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular issues when breathing in polluted air. Check out these protective measures to reduce air pollutants, get good ventilation, and improve indoor air quality to keep your senior loved ones safe, healthy, and happy.

  • Benefits of Reading for Seniors

    January 28, 2021

    Reading exercises your memory, which is especially important for seniors.

  • 18 Dog Breeds That Are Among the Best For Seniors

    December 15, 2020

    What factors do you need to consider in your search for the perfect canine companion?

  • Senior Resources in McKinney TX

    November 19, 2020

    McKinney Parks and Recreation provides many resources for seniors in the community.

  • Creating a Fall Prevention Strategy

    November 12, 2020

    Creating a fall prevention strategy may not seem like the most important thing when it comes to staying safe at home for seniors. But falls are one of the leading causes for seniors being admitted to the hospital. Keep reading to learn how to create a fall strategy that will help you or your loved one.

  • Promoting Self Care for Seniors

    October 6, 2020

    Taking care of yourself is always important. But self-care becomes even more important you as you age.

  • Creating a Fall Prevention Strategy

    September 30, 2020

    Creating a fall prevention strategy may not seem like the most important thing when it comes to staying safe at home for seniors. But falls are one of the leading causes for seniors being admitted to the hospital.

  • Healthy Aging: Embracing the Positive

    September 15, 2020

    Growing older is often seen as scary and uncertain especially when it comes to the conversation around care for seniors. But it doesn’t have to be. Growing older is actually a positive thing.

  • Keeping Your Brain Healthy as You Age

    August 25, 2020

    Aging sneaks up on everyone. But just because you get physically older doesn’t mean that your brain has to age too.

  • Back to School with Senior Helpers

    August 3, 2020

    It’s almost time for the kids in our lives to return to school and a learning mindset. Learning doesn’t stop once we leave the classroom. In fact, learning new things and staying engaged helps seniors keep their brains active.

  • Summer Fun in the Sun with Senior Helpers

    July 20, 2020

    Summer is here and while traditional summer plans might be different this year, there’s still a few activities that you and your loved one can undertake safely. Here are a few ways you can enjoy the summer weather while staying safe and healthy.

  • Care and COVID-19: How to Provide Care for Elderly Loved Ones

    June 11, 2020

    COVID-19 has changed the way we do everything, including caring for our elderly loved ones. When the best solution is to stay apart in order to stay safe, families must consider other ways to care for their loved ones in the McKinney, TX area.

  • Elderly Care and COVID-19: How to Find The Right Home Care Match for Your Loved One

    June 4, 2020

    Finding home care for elderly loved ones is a challenge in normal times. COVID-19 creates even more challenges because it requires us to stay apart or do things remotely. Despite this added challenge, it’s still possible to find the right COVID-19 elder care match for your loved one in Wylie, TX. Keep reading to find out how to hire the right agency during this pandemic.

  • Elderly Care and COVID-19

    May 28, 2020

    How do you care find eldercare during a pandemic? Seniors don’t stop needing home care services simply because COVID-19 has forced families to stay apart. Finding trusted in-home senior care isn’t easy when you need to protect seniors during coronavirus. This blog series helps families navigate through the challenges of hiring a licensed home caregiver for an elderly loved one from a distance.