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 The Senior Alternatives team members have put together these videos and articles to help families navigate issues in caring for their loved ones.

Get the information you need to help your family members navigate the challenges of finding excellent caregivers and geriatric care managers.

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February is American Heart Month

This month we want to heighten awareness about heart health, especially for women.

Empowering our Elders: The Multifaceted Benefits of Home Care

Exploring the benefits for seniors who decide to accept help at home by way of caregivers or care managers and how this can empower individuals greatly.

Is it time for Care Management or Home Care Services?

These are some of the signs adult children may come across or look for when visiting parents during the holiday season. As these changes occur, it may be an indication that there is need for professional assistance at home for mom or dad.

Navigating the Golden Years – The Vital Role of Physical Assistance in Senior Care

One of the top concerns that seniors face today is the need for physical assistance. As individuals age, their physical strength tends to decline, often making daily tasks a considerable challenge. Here we explore what families and elders can do to mitigate the physical limitations that may arise.

Community Connection During the Holidays

Thoughts and ideas on how community connection can help elders, especially those living alone – have a peaceful and joyous holiday season.

Dealing with Grief after a Parent Passes Away

Dealing with loss and grief can be quite traumatic, especially difficult for adult children that have been providing support for elderly parents.

Art Essential for Life – A story about the power of combining caregiving and care management.

Combining caregivers and care management supercharges the efficacy and success of elder care, we are excited to share a story about how we did just that.

Shingles Awareness – Know the Facts!

According to recent statistics, only about 35 percent of adults 60 and older reported receiving the shingles vaccine in 2018. On today’s blog, we bring awareness to this common problem that plagues an estimated one million people in America, a large portion of this group being seniors.

How to Convince Parents or Loved Ones to Accept Much Needed Help

One of the biggest challenges family members come across is the ability to convince mom or dad to accept assistance in their home, this week’s blog shares helpful tips on just how to do this.

Hospice & Home Care – A Great Partnership

On this week’s blog, we describe the role caregivers play during end-of-life care and tell a story depicting beautiful relationship-building and companionship when someone is finding it difficult to let go.

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