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Top Warning Signs & Symptoms of Stroke in Seniors
If your loved one suffered a stroke, could you recognize it quickly? Would you know what to do? Stroke in Seniors are at increased risk of stroke simply because of their age, but additional factors may increase a senior’s risk. How much do you know about the symptoms of stroke in seniors? Must-Have Information About…
Read MoreHow to Manage Stress as a Caregiver – 4 Tips from Cahoon Care Associates
Caring for a senior, especially when that senior is your parent, is stressful. Not only does caregiving take up time, but it takes emotional energy too. At Cahoon Care, we know firsthand how stressful senior care can be. That’s why we’re sharing these four tips to help manage your stress as a caregiver. Four Ways…
Read MoreSenior Home Care Explained: What to Expect
If you’re considering home care for a senior, you may have questions about what to expect. In this article, Cahoon Care will help to answer your questions and give you an idea of what to expect from home care for seniors. A Look at Senior Home Care with Cahoon Care Cahoon Care specializes in providing…
Read MoreTop 5 Signs of Malnourishment in Seniors
Good nutrition is essential to good health, but many seniors are at risk of malnutrition. Factors such as depression, limited social interaction, and even illnesses such as Alzheimer’s can reduce seniors’ ability or desire to get the nutrition they need. Malnutrition can occur when a senior doesn’t get enough nutrients or the balanced diet they…
Read More4 Ways Home Caregivers Can Supplement Your Senior Care
Caring for a senior parent or loved one is a big task. It drains your time and emotions and is a lot to ask of anyone. When juggling a job and your life responsibilities, it can be impossible to fit full-time caregiving into your schedule. Home care is often a solution. Hiring a caregiver doesn’t…
Read MoreFour Ways to Decrease Social Isolation for Seniors
As seniors age, social isolation can become a significant issue. Seniors may leave their homes less often, and mobility issues may affect how much your parent can get out to social or even family events. Social isolation brings challenges, contributing to depression and causing loneliness. But you can help to decrease social isolation for…
Read More4 Common Myths About Senior Home Care
Some common myths and misconceptions surround home care for seniors. Let’s take a moment to dispel them. Do you believe any of these misconceptions about senior home care? The 4 Most Common Misconceptions About Home Care Here’s the truth behind these four misconceptions about home care for seniors. Home care is only necessary after an…
Read MoreApril 2017 Cahoon Care Employee Newsletter
Quarterly Employee Newsletter April 2017 Cahoon Care Associates HOME CARE COMPANY Corporate Office: 781.659.1877 429A Washington St, Norwell, MA As the gray days turn to blue and the birds begin to chirp happily, spring is upon us! Here are a few ideas for activities to engage in with your clients to celebrate springtime: Read Books…
Read MoreHow to Get Power of Attorney for Your Parents
Power of attorney. Health care proxy. Guardianship. Conservatorship. You’ve probably heard these terms before but might not know exactly what they mean or, even more importantly, why they might be even more critical as your parent’s age. We asked Attorney Andrew Christensen of The Law Offices of Harry C. Christensen of Marblehead, Massachusetts, to help…
Read More10 Signs of Elderly Depression to Watch For
Has Mom or Dad seemed more “down” than normal? Maybe they’re unusually quiet or seem to be withdrawing from activities that they usually enjoy. While it can be easy to write off behavior changes as being a part of the aging process, you might actually be seeing signs that your aging parent is depressed. [pro_ad_display_adzone…
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