Caring Senior Service

06/19/2024

Happy Juneteenth to all! Let's stand together in solidarity and commitment to creating a future where every voice is heard and every person is truly free. 🙌🏾🙌🏿🙌🏽

Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the US. Explore some engaging activities and dive into the history of Juneteenth.

06/16/2024

Happy Father's Day!

06/13/2024

Do you know the differences between dementia and aphasia? 🧠

Dementia and aphasia can affect language and cognition, they have different underlying causes and present varied symptoms. Discover the differences!

06/10/2024

Elder abuse is a disturbing reality that affects countless seniors worldwide, threatening their physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Learn more about the different types of abuse along with signs. Together, let's help raise awareness and empower individuals to identify and address elder abuse.

Elder abuse refers to the mistreatment or neglect of older adults. Learn more about the different types of abuse along with signs to address elder abuse.

06/07/2024

June is Cataract Awareness Month. Each year, over 3 million Americans get their cataracts removed to improve their eyesight. Here's what you can expect from this outpatient surgery.

Many seniors undergo surgery to remove cataracts. Here's a quick guide to cataract surgery to help you or an aging loved one know what to expect.

06/03/2024

Adults with dementia are 4 to 5 times more likely to fall than adults with normal cognitive function. And of those seniors who fall, seniors with dementia are 3 times more likely to suffer from a bone fracture. Learn how to help protect your loved ones with dementia from dangerous falls.

Seniors with dementia are more likely to fall. Explore effective home safety tips tailored to reduce the risk of falls for those living with dementia.

05/31/2024

It might be time for your aging loved one to get help from professional caregivers if they....
🤒 Are recovering from an injury or illness
🧹 Have trouble with everyday tasks
🛁 Are not maintaining personal hygiene

You and your senior should discuss the need for professional care, including caregivers or an assisted living community. Here are some signs it's time for care.

05/27/2024

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Let us remember our fallen service members for their ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

05/23/2024

Medication reminders aren't just helpful, they're essential! For seniors, keeping track of medications can sometimes be challenging. That's where timely reminders from our caregivers can be a lifesaver! Learn more about how we empower our seniors to stay healthy and independent.

Remembering to take medications is difficult for anyone but especially seniors. Caring Senior Service helps by including medication reminders in our list of elderly care services. Learn more!

05/19/2024

Discover tips and tricks to make day-to-day life a bit easier and more efficient as you age.

Getting older comes with unique challenges. Here are some tips and tricks to make day-to-day life a bit easier and more efficient as you age.

05/17/2024

In honor of World Hypertension Day, here's how you can monitor your blood pressure at home.

The heart is the powerhouse of the body. However, your circulatory system changes and becomes less efficient as you age. These changes make seniors more vuln...

05/14/2024

Did you know that as many as 1 in 3 seniors are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of being discharged? Learn how home care can help reduce the risk of readmission.

1 in 3 seniors are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of discharge. But many readmissions could be prevented with home care services. Here's how.

05/12/2024

Thank you to all of the mothers and motherly figures for your selflessness, kindness, patience, and support. You are truly the world's superheroes. ❤️

05/10/2024

Companion care goes beyond meeting physical needs; it's about forming meaningful connections, providing emotional support, and enhancing quality of life. Whether it's engaging in conversations, sharing laughter, or enjoying a walk together, our caregivers offer invaluable companionship to keep seniors engaged.

Caring Senior Service provides in-home companion care for seniors. Learn how to receive companion services for yourself or a loved one here.

05/07/2024

In our fast-paced and digital world, it's easy to overlook the value of individualized care. Explore the profound impact one-on-one care can have.

In our fast-paced and digital world, it's easy to overlook the value of a individualized care. However, there is profound power in one-on-one senior care.

05/04/2024

Exercising arthritic joints may seem counterintuitive, but regular exercise can actually ease symptoms, like swelling and stiffness. Here are 5 low-impact exercises to try if you have arthritis. 🏊‍♀️

Physical activity can help adults with arthritis can manage their symptoms and pain. Here are 5 types of exercises seniors with arthritis can enjoy.

05/01/2024

Whether you are looking for a new passion or are helping a loved one discover new interests, here are some of the most popular hobbies for seniors.

Hobbies enhance mental and physical well-being and foster fulfilling lifestyle. Here are popular hobbies for seniors that cater to different interests and abilities.

04/28/2024

Seniors with Parkinson's disease face unique challenges in maintaining their safety and well-being. Here are some safety aspects to consider when caring for a loved one with Parkinson's.

Seniors with Parkinson's disease face unique challenges in maintaining safety. Explore aspects of safety for older adults living with Parkinson's disease.

04/25/2024

We know it can be difficult to trust someone to take care of your loved one. As part of our GreatCare® promise, our caregivers are carefully vetted. We don't hire anyone who we wouldn't want to care for our own family! Learn more about our quality caregivers.

Visit Caring Senior Service website to learn more about the GreatCare® method that provides caregivers with home care solutions and encourages active involvement.

04/22/2024

If you aren't up-to-date on your vaccines, here are the top immunizations for seniors to consider.

These vaccines are important for your senior's health. This combined with an increase in the hardiness of viruses and bacteria spells disaster for those who become a host for these illnesses.

04/19/2024

Looking for ways to save? Check out our updated senior discount guide.

Senior discounts are offered on entertainment and by retailers, service providers, or restaurants. Here are some discounts seniors qualify for!

04/16/2024

Occupational therapy can help seniors remain independent at home by teaching them exercises and strategies to accomplish everyday tasks. 💪

Occupational therapy focuses on restoring or maintaining an individual's independence in performing daily activities. Learn more about OT and how it can help.

04/13/2024

Do you know the difference between hospice and palliative care?

The terms hospice and palliative care are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion. Learn more about nuances of hospice and palliative care.

04/10/2024

Errands can turn into a never-ending list of chores that can overwhelm an aging parent. We can provide errand assistance to help tackle items on the to-do list.

Often your loved one needs someone for pick-up and delivery of, mail, groceries, ect and we want to help with our senior errand services.

04/07/2024

Around the world, the right to health is increasingly coming under threat. Learn how you can get involved in World Health Day and help champion the right of everyone to have access to quality health services.

This year’s theme was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination.

04/04/2024

Like the distinction between dementia and Alzheimer's disease, Parkinsonism and Parkinson's disease are related terms, but they refer to different concepts.

Parkinsonism is an umbrella term for conditions with movement symptoms. Parkinson's disease is the most common form of Parkinsonism. Learn more!

04/01/2024

Today marks 3 years since our CEO and founder, Jeff Salter, set out on a cross-country bike ride to raise awareness of gaps in senior care. Since then, our Close the Gap initiative has grown into a non-profit organization that has raised over $170,000 and installed nearly 700 grab bars in seniors' homes. Learn more!
https://closethegapinseniorcare.org/

03/31/2024

Wishing you and your family a Happy Easter!

03/27/2024

At Caring, we provide specialized care to meet the needs of seniors with common conditions, like dementia, CHF, and more. Learn more about the specialized care we provide.

We provide in-home care for seniors with common conditions, like Alzheimer's. Learn about the individualized care services we offer in Fredericksburg.

03/25/2024

Gums and teeth change as we get older, and they may require special attention. Learn how older adults should care for their teeth.

As we age, our mouths and teeth change, which can cause dental problems. So, how does aging affect our mouths? What can we do to maintain good oral health?