We combine Experienced Caregivers with Master's level Geriatric Care Managers to support older adults at home in Alameda & Contra Costa Counties

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COVID-19: Coping and Support

There are so many sources of stress during the COVID-19 pandemic , it’s normal to feel some anxiety. Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations.  How…


March 24, 2020

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Home Modifications

Home improvements, modifications and repairs can help older adults maintain their independence and prevent accidents. A home modification adapts a living space so that occupants…


March 17, 2020

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Preventing and Treating Constipation

Many older adults deal with constipation on a regular basis. It is uncomfortable and can be frustrating. What, exactly, is constipation? It happens when a…


March 6, 2020

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Preventing Dehydration

Drinking plenty of water is critical to wellness because dehydration is a common cause of hospitalization among older people. Many of the earliest signs, like…


February 26, 2020

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Seniors and Sleep

Restful sleep is one of the building blocks to good health. Many mistakenly believe that seniors don’t need as much sleep as younger adults, but…


January 28, 2020

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Managing Pain for Seniors

As we age, we’re more likely to have pain-related ailments, but that doesn’t mean we should accept pain as a fact of life. There are…


January 22, 2020

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Dementia and nutrition

Dementia affects memory, language, thinking skills, attention span, and perception. In addition to age-related changes in appetite, thirst, and sense of smell and taste, dementia…


January 16, 2020

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I get by with a little help from my friends

“I get by with a little help from my friends” is not just a famous lyric from the Beatles! It also describes the boost that…


January 7, 2020

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New Year’s Resolutions

What would New Year’s be without a resolution or two? People of all ages can make and complete New Year’s resolutions. Seniors and caregivers can…


December 30, 2019

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