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We're at the Brookhaven College Career Fair from 10:00 - 1:00 today looking for more amazing caregivers. Stop by and say hello!

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Everyone is welcome at the Senior Center Health Fair! Bring the whole family and stop by our table to say hello

Senior Center Health Fair | Frisco, TX - Official Website Blood pressure checks
Skin health checks
Hearing screenings
Teeth whitening
Spine screenings
Glucose checks
Eye screening
And more!

Homewatch CareGivers Is An Endorsed National Provider

For the fourth consecutive year, Homewatch CareGivers has been recognized as a Home Care Pulse ® Endorsed National Provider. Our thanks to the clients and caregivers who took the time to provide their feedback that helped us to earn this endorsement!

Homewatch CareGivers Is An Endorsed National Provider Homewatch CareGivers is a Home Care Pulse Endorsed National Provider--again!

What Size Home Care Fits You?

No one is a caregiving expert until they find themselves in need. In a time of crisis, learning about your choices can be overwhelming and stressful. Use this flowchart as an overview of the home care options and the types of services for all needs.

What Size Home Care Fits You? In home care can be there for people who need 24 hours of care daily or those who just need a few hours a week.

Long-winded speech could be early sign of Alzheimer's disease, says study

“One of the greatest challenges right now in terms of Alzheimer’s disease is to detect changes very early on when they are still very subtle and to distinguish them from changes we know occur with normal aging.” - Janet Cohen Sherman, clinical director of the Psychology Assessment Center at Massachusetts General Hospital

Long-winded speech could be early sign of Alzheimer's disease, says study Research finds distinctive language deficits in people with mild cognitive impairment, a precursor to dementia

How to Stop Being So Hard On Yourself

Negative self-talk is destructive behavior, and it is possible to stop it. With a little practice, you can replace the negative thoughts with these 6 positive - and realistic - responses.

How to Stop Being So Hard On Yourself The first step is to draw attention to the voice in your head. What is it saying? Then, to live a happier, more positive life, re-frame your thoughts by using the examples above. Don't listen to that voice! Instead, talk back to it.

Five Tips on Becoming a Better Listener

When people feel heard, frustration and anger are reduced and compromise becomes possible. Follow these tips to improve your listening skills.

Five Tips on Becoming a Better Listener When talking with a loved one about long term care, are you listening effectively? Get listening tips here.

Is Sugar Really to Blame for Alzheimer's?

An important study talks about sugar, the brain, and Alzheimer's. Just how tight is the connection?

Is Sugar Really to Blame for Alzheimer's? High blood-sugar levels, such as those linked with Type 2 diabetes, make beta amyloid protein associated with Alzheimer’s disease dramatically more toxic to cells lining blood vessels in the brain, according to a key Tulane University study published

Grandma on bed rest delights social media with her stunning paintings

Joan Holland, 83, has been on bed rest in her assisted living facility for one year and admits she gets bored. She recently rediscovered her love for Paint by Numbers, and this creative grandma has no plans of slowing down anytime soon!

Grandma on bed rest delights social media with her stunning paintings This grandma is delighting the internet with her stunning, colorful paintings.

6 Reasons to Appreciate Your Job as a Caregiver

Caring for a loved one is a selfless, noble and generous thing to do, so give yourself some credit. You are doing one of the most difficult, yet important jobs in the world. You are part of something bigger than yourself. Celebrate it. Embrace it.

6 Reasons to Appreciate Your Job as a Caregiver In tough times, it is difficult to imagine how in the world caregiving can be seen as a positive experience. But look a little deeper and you will find the silver lining in your clouds.

9 Athletes Over 60 Who Can Kick Your Butt

CrossFit, Kiteboarding, rowing, mountaineering, yoga - you name it and these inspiring seniors are doing it, and doing it very well!

9 Athletes Over 60 Who Can Kick Your Butt Think competing is just for kids? Think again. Read on to learn how these active and adventurous athletes are truly getting better with age.

Girl Moved Birthday Party to Nursing Home So Her Grandmother Wouldn't Miss It

"Ellie said, 'I just decided if Granny can't come to my party, I just don't want to have it.'"

Girl Moved Birthday Party to Nursing Home So Her Grandmother Wouldn't Miss It When Ellie Boshers' grandmother couldn't make her 10th birthday party, her mother came up with an ingenious way to include her. Boshers' mother, Kimber, decided to move the December party from a local hotel in their hometown of Pulaski, Tennessee, to where her mother Rita Blankenship was...

Happy Valentine's Day from our family to yours!

Respite Care Isn’t Just For You

When people are tired, stressed and burned out, they aren’t going to be their most friendly and supportive. When they recharge and rest up, they return to their responsibilities with a renewed spirit. Instead of grimacing when their loved one expresses a need, they can smile again. Fresh energy can restore joy to the caregiving partnership.

Respite Care Isn’t Just For You Don't give yourself a break--give your care recipient one too! Read about the ripple effect of respite care.

Elderly Cancer Patient Surprised With Trip to His Beloved TV Show

When Richard Cunningham's granddaughter heard that her grandpa was recently diagnosed with leukemia, she wanted to do something special for the retired school teacher.

Elderly Cancer Patient Surprised With Trip to His Beloved TV Show Richard Cunningham has never missed an episode of the Price Is Right over the course of 45 years – and now he gets to attend one.

Heart Health Tips for Caregivers - AARP

To live the best possible life while caregiving, here are "Life's Simple 7" from the American Heart Association: 7 simple steps to prevent or live well with heart disease.

Heart Health Tips for Caregivers - AARP Caregiving fills my heart and makes me stronger, but I want my heart to be strong in other ways, too.

The Why of Required Caregiver Education

Our courses are designed to support as many individual scenarios as possible so we can accommodate the unique preferences of each family. Caregivers are encouraged to pursue ongoing education beyond the minimum requirements.

The Why of Required Caregiver Education Homewatch CareGivers University has important educational tools and resources for professional and family caregivers.

Making life more beautiful for others is at the heart of caregiving. We are honored to be a part of this, and grateful to know so many caregivers who give so much.

Don’t Worry, Make Someone Else Happy

Caring and nurturing is part of being human and therefore creates a positive benefit within us. When you help someone else, it can be good for both of you. However, if it is a long-term care relationship, find the sweet spot that includes self-care as well.

Don’t Worry, Make Someone Else Happy When you focus on doing good for someone else, it can make you feel good and even reduce stress.

Five Reasons to Choose Home Care

Long-term care can include in-home care services, assisted living, nursing homes and more, and they can be used progressively and simultaneously. With so many options it can be confusing to decide which is right for you and your family at any given time.

This is why we begin each caregiving partnership with an in-home evaluation. We can help determine the unique needs of each client in order to properly recommend the appropriate type, number of hours and duration of care.

There is no cost or obligation for an in-home evaluation, and the response we hear most commonly after an evaluation is that they wish they had contacted us sooner. If you are considering home care and want to learn more, schedule an evaluation today. 972.960.9999.

Five Reasons to Choose Home Care Check out these five reasons that home care could be the best long-term care option for your family:

7 Ways to Fight Caregiver Stress

If you're tackling the responsibility of caring for a loved one on top of work, raising kids or other responsibilities, the stress can be intense. Over very long periods of time, stress can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, anxiety and other illnesses, so it's important to take preventative measures. Read on for seven ways to ward off stress before it takes a toll on your health:

7 Ways to Fight Caregiver Stress Meditate. Practice positive self-talk – and more ideas.

Laugh It Up! Humor Makes for a Healthy Heart

Laughter really is the best medicine! Research shows that when we laugh, we decrease stress hormones, reduce artery inflammation and increase “good” cholesterol in our bodies.

Laugh It Up! Humor Makes for a Healthy Heart Laughing is one of the best things you can do for your heart health. Learn more.

Exercise for the Elderly

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, almost all older people can benefit from physical activity. Regular exercise prevents chronic disease, improves mood and lowers chances of injury.

Exercise for the Elderly Is it safe for seniors to exercise? According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, almost all elderly individuals can benefit from additional physical activity. Aerobic exercise, stretching and strength training can help with heart health, flexibility, mobility, bone health, immune function...

What Does Community Mean?

The benefits of social connections have been proven time and time again by scientists studying longevity. Being part of a community means more opportunities for getting out of the house, staying active, and being challenged to try new things. This can be life-changing for people who would otherwise become lonely and socially isolated, leading to a health decline.

What Does Community Mean? Being a member of a community can have many health benefits.

“You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Simply, Pleasure

Think about what brings you joy and make it a healthy habit that replenishes you as you go about your day. When possible, help another maintain their simple pleasures in life.

Simply, Pleasure Nibbling chocolate, walking the dog, digging in the garden: what is your simple pleasure?

"Boogie Woogie" Grandma Moved by music

Olive Haggett will be 94 years old in March. She enjoys jigsaw puzzles and visits from family - and reminiscing to her favorite music! When her daughter was visiting, they put on a mix of "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," and Olive couldn't help but get up and dance.

"Boogie Woogie" Grandma Moved by music Olive shocked her family when she grabbed her walker and started dancing! Daughter Alta says, "This music pulled a memory of Dad from her archives and she was wishing Dad was dancing right beside her. A true reality love story instead of all the wor

Exercise and Fitness as You Age: Exercise Tips to Get Fit and Stay Fit in Midlife and Beyond

As we age, an active lifestyle becomes more important than ever. Regular exercise can help boost energy, maintain independence, protect the heart, and manage symptoms of illness or pain as well as weight. Getting moving is also good for the mind, mood, and memory

Exercise and Fitness as You Age: Exercise Tips to Get Fit and Stay Fit in Midlife and Beyond Exercise doesn't have to be boring, painful, or all-consuming. These tips will help you start an exercise routine that you’ll enjoy and stick to.

Changing the Aging Attitude

Aging is part of the human condition. “In the entire history of the world, not one person has grown young." - Dr. Bill Thomas

In other words, no amount of anti-aging will turn back the clock and maybe we shouldn’t even desire that. Instead, being over 50 is a time for renewal, a time to celebrate being alive and having learned a few lessons over the years.

Changing the Aging Attitude Don't let ageism influence how you feel about getting older or how you treat your elders. Read more insights on aging here.

Family caregivers frequently find themselves in situations over which they have no control. Living in the moment and having faith goes a long way toward creating an environment that's pleasant for both providers and recipients of care.

Things to Remember if You Love Someone with Dementia

As Alzheimer's disease progresses, many caregivers become frustrated by their loved one’s inability to communicate their thoughts and remember names and faces. Despite the challenges, caring for someone with Alzheimer’s can be extremely rewarding.

Things to Remember if You Love Someone with Dementia Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s disease is a difficult job, one that can cause a large amount of stress. However, if you love someone with dementia, it can bring joy into your life and be extremely rewarding if you remember a few simple thing

Supermarket introduces 'relaxed' lane - BBC News

What a great idea! This supermarket introduced a "relaxed" lane aimed at making life at the checkout less stressful for some of its more vulnerable customers. Who hasn't felt pressure to move quickly through the line, hurriedly cramming change and receipt into your purse or pocket as your transaction ends?

Supermarket introduces 'relaxed' lane - BBC News Checkout staff have been trained to identify any special needs of customers and operate at a speed that suits them.

You don’t have to do it all during the holidays. Dementia can make a festive time challenging. It’s OK to do less. http://ow.ly/QeAj306UM81

Read about the three gifts one woman got from providing care for her mother. http://ow.ly/ifZp306ULeD

You are never too old to set another goal or dream a new dream.

Professional caregivers aren’t just placed with clients, but matched up. http://ow.ly/JdgH306JfY3

Sister Pact: 'When You Develop Alzheimer's, I'll Take Care of You'

Sisters facing a family history of early onset Alzheimer's disease. http://ow.ly/tdRF3078otG

cpr.org Robin McIntyre has an inherited genetic mutation that means she'll almost certainly develop early onset Alzheimer's. Her sister does not.

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A dementia diagnosis can impact the holidays. Tips on how to make it an enjoyable time for all. http://ow.ly/3BHG306Jdl9

You don’t need to be a superhero. Consider a backup plan for your family’s caregiving needs. http://ow.ly/EABz306Jd6f

Not all gifts come in wrapping. These family caregivers tell of the gifts of caring for a loved one. http://ow.ly/XFoB306J50K

Avoid blinking lights, fake food, and overstimulation for a loved one living with . More tips here. http://ow.ly/NR85306J3sd

A Brighter Outlook Could Translate To A Longer Life

Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy....you might live longer. http://ow.ly/tNjB306WNEG

npr.org This study doesn't prove that optimism actually causes better health or postpones death. But it joins a growing body of evidence suggesting that they're fellow travelers.

You jumped in during a time of family crisis, but now what’s your Plan B? http://ow.ly/cQTN306J4f9

In Home Care | Oakland | Homewatch CareGivers

If you or a loved one lives in the Oakland, CA area and needs assistance with daily activities around the home, we are happy to share that Ben and Leah Bloom recently opened their Homewatch CareGivers office to serve this community. http://ow.ly/CbNm306UWti

homewatchcaregivers.com Homewatch CareGivers provides quality home care services with customized care plans in Oakland. Learn more about our professional senior care services today.

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