Comfort Keepers Home Care - Columbia & Ellicott City

01/20/2023

Don’t forget to fill your life with the little things that bring you joy 😁 A caregiver's work is essential and brings a sense of satisfaction, purpose, and community. But it can also take over our lives, making us unable to switch off from work.

This weekend, we encourage you to be present with your loved ones and choose the things that bring you joy. Tag your favorite person to spend quality time with ❤️

01/16/2023

Celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by committing to serve and help others.

01/15/2023

Experts advise 8 hugs a day can boost oxytocin levels enough to protect brain health.🧠

Hugs can also:
⬇️Lower blood pressure
⚡️Boost immunity
🫶 Help us feel connected

Tag someone and share a hug today. 🤗

01/13/2023

It’s estimated that 80% of falls in the home occur in the bathroom. 🤕

Our trained caregivers help seniors with hygiene and grooming tasks and can assess a home for safety issues to reduce fall hazards.

For more information on how we can help, contact today:

01/11/2023

New year, new job! 🎉💼 We're always looking for compassionate individuals to . 💕

Check out our openings now and start the new year with a new career! https://www.comfortkeepers.com/offices/maryland/columbia-ellicott-city/careers?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic

01/10/2023

every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for injuries resulting from a fall. 🤕 January is 🛀 so now is the best time to review potential dangers in the bathroom to reduce the risk of falls and make it safer for either you or a loved one.

Here are some ways you can help keep your senior loved one safe in the bathroom:
🚿 Install grab bars or a tension pole in the shower and tub
🦶 Add non-slip mats
🚽 Install a raised toilet seat

For more tips and information, read our blog: https://www.comfortkeepers.com/articles/info-center/senior-independent-living/keeping-seniors-safe-in-the-bathroom

01/06/2023

Did you know that is the second leading cause of death among persons older than 65? That’s why it’s essential to stay up to date with the latest screening recommendations from healthcare professionals.

Comfort Keepers can help 🙋‍♀️ Our caregivers can drive clients to scheduled screening and doctor appointments, provide mobility assistance, meal preparation and help with activities of daily living.

Learn more about the recommended screening tests for certain cancers for adults 65 or older here: https://www.comfortkeepers.com/articles/info-center/senior-health-and-wellbeing/recommended-cancers-screenings-for-seniors

01/04/2023

Whether you're just beginning to anticipate a need or taking care of a family member full time, these tips, resources and checklists can help you get organized and find support on your caregiving journey:

If you're new to caring for a family member, these tips, resources and checklists can help you get organized and find support on your journey.

01/03/2023

Make 2023 your healthiest year yet with these . ✨

Click here for a list of healthy new year resolutions for older adults and how to achieve them: https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-top-10-healthy-new-years-resolutions-older-adults

12/29/2022

Over the holidays, you may have noticed these five signs that indicate it may be time to hire a home caregiver to help care for your senior loved one:

⬇ Weight loss
🧹 Neglected housework and home maintenance
🚿 Lack of good hygiene
😔 Lack of interest and hobbies
👨‍🦽 Mobility difficulty

These kinds of observations open the opportunity to talk with aging parents about their possible need for accommodations or assistance around the home. Now is the time to invite them to share their concerns, find out how you can help and discuss with them options, such as in-home caregivers who can assist with the things they are beginning to have difficulty with.

12/19/2022

Sing and dance to your favorite tunes this holiday season.🎶🎤💃 Whether you choose to play oldies, holiday music, classic, etc. Spend time thinking about what music your senior loved one would appreciate tuning into. They might even have some favorites that can help bring back good memories.

Share the benefits of listening to music:
🎵 Improves sleep quality
🎵 Lowers stress and anxiety levels
🎵 Helps with memory processing
🎵 Improves language and speech skills

12/18/2022

Happy Hanukkah! 🕎💙 May this festival bring blessings and joy upon you and your family.