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‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable – Minding Our Elders

Since Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia symptoms, people often use the words interchangeably, but Alzheimer's and dementia are not interchangeable.

‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable – Minding Our Elders ‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable Dear Carol: Are the words Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeable? I don’t think they are, but I can’t explain the difference to my mom. Dad’s 87 and still has a decent memory, but he makes poor decisions and worse, he sometimes...

👋 Meet Alimat, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Alimat from Home Instead in Springfield, IL, puts her clients at ease when she is in their home.

👀 Co-workers use the word “watchful” to describe Alimat because she not only pays attention to what her clients are saying verbally but is also a master of listening to body language.

🤔 She is intuitive and knows that her clients may be telling her something other than what their words are expressing.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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10 Ways to Save Your Senses

Diet, healthy habits, exercise. Learn how older adults can improve their five senses and stay mobile as they age.

10 Ways to Save Your Senses Discover the 10 ways to help minimize the effects of sensory loss in aging adults.

Love. Selflessness. Compassion. That is the legacy of the and the Care Professional, and we're forever thankful for their dedication. 💞

98-year-old Edmonton skier an 'inspiration' at local hill

An Edmonton, Canada woman is a local inspiration for not letting old age stop her from navigating the slopes! The 98-year-old has been skiing for more than 60 years and meets regularly with a group of older adults to spend time on the hill. Age is truly only a number!

98-year-old Edmonton skier an 'inspiration' at local hill Ninety-eight-year-old Muriel Watterworth has skied for more than 60 years and remains part of a seniors group that meets weekly at Snow Valley for coffee and time on the hill.

👋 Meet Bianca, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Bianca from Home Instead in Vancouver, BC, Canada, truly embraces the spirit of Home Instead and is committed to bringing the highest level of care to her clients.

💪 She is always willing to help and does not shy away from working on challenging cases.

🤗 Bianca is reliable and always leaves a positive impression with co-workers and clients.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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Caregiver Turnover Strains Households

Since the pandemic, the increased need for has created a shortage. Our chief advocacy officer Jisella Dolan shares with The Wall Street Journal how our platform can help curb this by improving the care experience for both families and Care Professionals alike.

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Caregiver Turnover Strains Households The supply of home health aides isn’t meeting growing demand as America ages and many people prefer to stay out of facilities. One woman has had seven different caregivers over the past six months.

Home Instead Care Professionals are full of love and compassion for what they do and for whom they care. Thank you.❤️

Sister André — the world's oldest person — has died at 118. She drank a glass of wine every day and credited her long life to working until she was 108.

Living through two world wars, two pandemics, Sister André shared her longevity tips. Her secrets? Work as long as you can (she did until 108!) and drink a glass of wine every day. What a beautiful life she led.

Sister André — the world's oldest person — has died at 118. She drank a glass of wine every day and credited her long life to working until she was 108. Sister André, a French nun who survived two world wars, the 1918 influenza pandemic, and then a COVID-19 infection in 2021, also loved chocolate.

👋 Meet Lillian, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️ Lillian from Home Instead in Sudbury, ON, Canada, is thoughtful and caring with her clients.

💕 She is cognitive of the fact that her actions could have a direct impact on clients and always puts their interests first.

😷 Lillian makes sure she has full personal protective equipment (PPE) on at every visit to ensure client safety and that no germs or illnesses are transferred.

🤗 Co-workers describe Lillian as giving and “a wonderful human being.”

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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7 Tips to Keep Older Adults Safe This Winter

Make sure aging loved ones and family caregivers are prepared for severe winter weather with these 4 tips:

▶️ Sign up for weather alerts sent to your smartphone (and other family members' phones)
▶️ Check that medications are filled for the next few days
▶️ Stock the cupboards with non-perishables and
▶️ Gather winter clothing and blankets

Be aware of emergency resources: local plans for emergency alerts, evacuation, and shelter resources available in your loved one’s community. Use the local Eldercare Locator to find help and recommendations for your region.


https://www.homeinstead.com/care-resources/wellness-lifestyle/tips-keep-older-adults-safe-winter/

7 Tips to Keep Older Adults Safe This Winter Tips to avoid falls, keep warm and prepare aging adults for winter weather.

5 Healthy Aging Resolutions for Older Adults and Caregivers

Planning for the future and setting new goals can add excitement and provide a newfound purpose for older adults. Not sure where to begin? Start with one of these aging-friendly resolutions.

5 Healthy Aging Resolutions for Older Adults and Caregivers Home Instead provides timely tips to help aging adults set healthy goals in the new year.

Thank you, Dr. King for setting the example to make tomorrow better than today. Honor Dr. King by dedicating your day to serving others in need. Whether you deliver meals to seniors, make care packages for the homeless, or volunteer with an organization dear to your heart, thank you for lifting others up in your community.

Caregiving NOW! with Jisella Dolan

is a universal, shared human experience. It's time to improve the caregiving landscape and better support . This Penn Nursing Caregiving Now! podcast discusses how we can all empower .

Caregiving NOW! with Jisella Dolan Caregiving NOW is an initiative designed to address the immediate need to improve caregiving in the U.S. As a first step in this movement, we invite you to j...

👋 Meet Alexis, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Alexis from Home Instead in Magnolia, TX, approaches each shift with each client as if she was looking after her own loved one.

💕 Co-workers use this Mother Teresa quote when describing Alexis as a Care Pro: "It's not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving."

Alexis is confident, responsible, pays attention to detail and engages with the clients to create an environment that promotes their well-being. 🤗

🙋‍♀‍The clients and their families always want Alexis to come back.

She also sets an example that other care professionals can look up to.

✍️When completing a shift that involves a team, her handover notes are detailed and thorough, and she is a great mentor to other caregivers.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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Family caregivers have the chance to offer feedback to the National Alliance for Caregiving on issues surrounding the mental well-being of family caregivers. Share your thoughts: https://bit.ly/3GRCD7A. Your feedback remains anonymous will help inform policy and practice efforts to improve support for family caregivers. Think about the following:

✔️ What joys have you experienced as a caregiver?
✔️How are you feeling about being a caregiver?
✔️What challenges you have faced as a caregiver?
✔️What concerns do you have about providing care?

January is . Glaucoma is a leading cause of and blindness in the U.S. and adults over age 60 are at higher risk. These free resources ➡️ https://bit.ly/3jzrLh9 may help you learn what to expect as you age and tips to protect your loved one’s senses and minimize the effects of .

We all have great traits and skills. We just have to be brave enough to show our gifts to the world. Thanks to all the care professionals and family caregivers who show us their courage every day.❤️

Need home care for a loved one? Here are 4 tips for finding help in a tough market.

gerontologist, Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares tips for finding a professional in this MarketWatch article.

Need home care for a loved one? Here are 4 tips for finding help in a tough market. Limited staffing and growing demand mean you need to think strategically about finding in-home caregivers.

👋 Meet Magloire, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 He is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️ Magloire from Home Instead Carrollton & Coppell TX is always cheerful and warms up a room with his presence.

💕 He has built trust with his client by consistently being on time to work and never missing a shift.

One word used to describe Magloire by co-workers is dedicated. 💪

⏰ He is always on time, works long hours if needed, and keeps a positive attitude.

✍️ He takes the lead by reporting any changes in his client and being attentive to his needs.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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The new year brings new beginnings. What are your goals this year?

Sending wishes to our entire Home Instead family for joy, fulfillment, and good health in the New Year!

👋 Meet Patricia, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️ Patricia from Home Instead in Verona, VA, is a true professional, always willing to fill in, no matter where the client may be.

💕 Patricia is sweet to co-workers and clients alike and gets along with everyone that she meets.

☀️ One of Patricia’s best traits is her adaptability, allowing her to go into any client’s home and make their day better.

🎉 Patricia does a fantastic job of meeting the clients where they are and tailoring care to their needs.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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Take the time to reflect on 2022 - the good and the challenges. What have you learned that will carry you into 2023?

Processing Grief: Tips to Manage Emotions this Season

The holidays often bring back memories of a lost spouse, sibling or friend, and that can be especially painful for older adults. Use these tips to help aging loved ones navigate those feelings and enjoy the time with those around them.


https://www.homeinstead.com/care-resources/wellness-lifestyle/processing-grief/

Processing Grief: Tips to Manage Emotions this Season Home Instead offers ways for family caregivers to help older adults cope with grief and loneliness.

We're beyond grateful for our Care Professionals who are working today to make sure our aging clients are happy, safe and feeling loved. Your compassion and dedication are gifts beyond measure. Thank you.

Dementia and tips to help make the holidays enjoyable for everyone gathering.

👋 Meet Daryl, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 He is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Daryl from Home Instead in Springfield, IL, believes in the power of first impressions.

🤗He brings warmth and energy to every client meeting, allowing clients and families to feel at ease and trust him.

💕 Both co-workers and clients love to be around Daryl because of his charming personality.

🎉He has received positive feedback from every home he has worked in.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

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This week we wrapped and delivered holiday gifts to older adults in need as part of our annual program. 🎁 With the help of our franchise network, collectively delivered 75,000 gifts to lonely and isolated seniors across the country. What a tremendous way to this holiday season! 🎄

Enjoy the big and small moments the holidays bring. Wishing you and yours a week of joy, happiness and good health.

Holiday Stress Busters for Family Caregivers

With the holidays fast approaching, use these stress busters to help avoid feeling overwhelmed and to find joy amid the crunch of last-minute shopping and planning.

Holiday Stress Busters for Family Caregivers Home Instead shares ways to help family caregivers reduce holiday stress.

👋 Meet Manuela, this week’s outstanding Care Professional.

🏆 She is receiving a for going above and beyond with clients and co-workers.

❤️Manuela from Home Instead in Red Oak, TX, has provided more than 18,000 hours of care for countless beloved clients.

🎉She is celebrated for being a trusted care provider, resource and friend to clients and co-workers.

The client staff loves that Manuela is adaptable; they can place her with any client, regardless of the situation, and know that she has the skill level, confidence and creativity to handle it. 💪

🙋‍♀‍Whether finding creative ways to ensure personalized care is provided or coming up with activities to engage a dementia client, Manuela has been the Care Pro of choice for each client she has served in her eight years of service.

👏 THANK YOU for all you do for older adults in your community!

👉 Curious about a career: HomeInstead.com/careers.