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Four 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…

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4 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…

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April 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…

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How 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…

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10 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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5 Must-Have Winter Safety & Preparedness Tips for Seniors

Winter Home Safety & Preparedness Tips for Seniors The winter brings a host of safety issues, but it can be particularly dangerous for seniors. The tips below can help you to keep your parent or loved one safe this winter. With the winter upon us, are you doing what you can to help a senior…

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Flu Prevention For Seniors

How to Protect Your Parents During Flu Season No one enjoys getting the flu, but the illness can be particularly dangerous for those over 65. The flu can lead to issues like pneumonia and dehydration, and can make pre-existing conditions like asthma worse. Luckily, there are a number of ways that you can help to…

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How to Hire a Caregiver for a Senior Parent or Loved One

How to Hire a Caregiver for a Senior Parent or Loved One Is it time to hire a caregiver for your senior parent or loved one? Do you need to hire a caregiver but wondering where to start? Children need to be involved in the hiring process for several reasons. Here’s what you should know,…

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Come to the Caregiver Hiring Open House at Cahoon Care

Cahoon Care Is Hiring Qualified Caregivers Are you, or is someone you know, a caregiver? Are you looking for a job you’ll enjoy, where you’re surrounded by supportive people who want to see you succeed? Then a position with Cahoon Care Associates, LLC might be the perfect fit for you. About Cahoon Care Founded in…

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