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Self-Care & Destressing Tips for Caregivers During COVID-19
It’s no secret that for most individuals, stress levels have gone through the roof in recent months, as the risk of COVID-19 coupled with stay-in-place guidelines have cramped our style and turned life as we knew it upside down. While everyone certainly deserves a pat on the back for navigating through the chaos of COVID-19,…
Read MoreWays to Engage Seniors During the Winter
‘Tis the season to stay warm, safe, and healthy – especially for our older population. The combination of navigating the cold winter months with an ongoing pandemic requiring social distancing can create extra challenges for those looking to engage the elderly. Here are some ideas for stimulating indoor activities for seniors that can be safely…
Read MoreNovember Marks Our 10th Anniversary of Caregiving!
This November marks our tenth year of being in business as Cahoon Care – and what a decade it’s been! Our humble origins go back to November 2010, when Margery Cahoon Parker, her sister Donna, and her daughter-in-law Carolyn Parker decided to make a difference by starting a company to meet a very evident need.…
Read MoreSigns That Your Loved Ones May Need More Help
No one knows your parents or loved ones like you do – so you will likely be one of the first to notice any decline in them that may warrant bringing in a caregiver. This last year of COVID-19 has been especially challenging in that many of us have been more isolated from our elderly…
Read MoreNew Alzheimer’s Breakthroughs in New England!
September is known internationally as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, with September 21 being considered World Alzheimer’s Day. This campaign was launched in 2012 to raise awareness about dementia and challenge the stigma surrounding it. While the stigmatization and misinformation that surrounds dementia remain a global problem, inroads are being made, particularly through groundbreaking research being done…
Read MoreOutdoor Activities for the Elderly Community That Fit Within COVID-19 Guidelines
While COVID-19 has dramatically altered life for everyone, it has particularly affected the senior demographic. Since the elderly are at a higher risk of complications from the coronavirus, many of them have significantly restricted their usual activities to lower their chances of catching it. Older adults must do everything they can to protect their health…
Read MoreHow to Help Seniors Cope During a Summer Heat Wave
Many of us look forward all year to the summer heat, as it means we can finally go to the beach, take out the boat, and spend time outdoors. It’s important to realize, however, that the dog days of summer have a much different impact on our senior population. The elderly are more vulnerable to…
Read MoreImportant Factors to Consider When Choosing to Keep a Loved One at Home
The demographical statistics surrounding COVID-19 fatalities can be alarming for those with older loved ones who may be needing additional care. A significant percentage of the pandemic-related deaths so far have been directly related to outbreaks that occurred in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. If you are able to do so, the best protection…
Read MoreCoping with the Loneliness of Social Distancing
The social distancing and lockdown guidelines currently mandated by our federal, state, and local governments are intended to flatten the coronavirus curve in an effort to protect our most vulnerable (the elderly and immuno-compromised), while also giving hospitals time to build up supplies and develop caregiving strategies. This effort to bolster the physical health of…
Read MoreHow Coronavirus Affects the Elderly
The COVID-19 dominating all news headlines has quickly turned into a global pandemic. The strict social distancing and quarantine measures being put in place right now are an effort to “flatten the curve,” primarily to protect the most vulnerable in our society (particularly the elderly and those with comorbid health conditions). Coronaviruses (CoV) are actually…
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