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June is LGBTQ Awareness Month!

June is LGBTQ Awareness Month!  June 10, 2021 On June 28, 1969 a gay club in New York, The Stonewell Inn, was raided by the police. Countless people were arrested and pandemonium ensued. Protests broke out, and the ordeal lasted six days. The demand was clear,...

Palliative Care versus Hospice

Palliative care and hospice care are often used interchangeably; however, they are actually two different types of care. Our senior loved ones deserve the very best and these kinds of services are so helpful, in addition to having caregivers by their side.

May is Stroke Awareness Month

Knowing the symptoms of stroke may very well save your life or that of a loved one. All caregivers and senior helpers should know the signs. The FAST system is a quick way to recognize whether it is a sign of a stroke.

Medication Management for Older Adults

Although medications do often help maintain health and well-being, studies have repeatedly shown that many older adults end up suffering from problems related to medication.

Osteoarthritis

Every year, 27 million Americans are diagnosed with osteoarthritis, or OA. This is usually caused by everyday wear and tear on our joints, and services for seniors often involve education in this area. Though people of any age can develop arthritis, osteoarthritis is most often seen among the elderly. Caregivers definitely report that many of their clients experience it regularly.