Parkinson’s Disease and Cognitive Impairment

Learn how Parkinson’s disease affects memory and cognitive abilities. Find out what to watch out for and how you can help your loved one.

Tips for Helping an Elderly Loved One Declutter Their Home

Seniors planning to age in place or considering downsizing may need to declutter their homes. Find out how you can help with this often overwhelming process.

Seniors and Driving Safety

Driving often means independence for people, but senior drivers may experience challenges that could put them and others on the road at risk. Homewatch CareGivers offers transportation assistance to clients.

How to Keep Track of Daily Medications for a Loved One

Keeping track of medications is vital to overall health. The more medications a loved one takes, the more complicated it can be. Luckily, there are solutions.

Home Modifications for Aging in Place

There is a big gap between the percentage of people who want to age in place and the homes that are ready for someone to successfully age in their existing home. See if you're ready.

What You Need to Know About Senior Transportation Services

If a senior needs to give up their car keys, it doesn't mean their days of independence are over. Here are three safe, cost-effective, senior transportation methods.

Healthy Aging Month – Six Ways to Help Your Brain and Body Thrive

Celebrate Healthy Aging Month with our tips for healthy habits.

Springtime Activities for Caregivers

We’ve put together this fun infographic with some springtime activities for family or professional caregivers to do with the person that they care for and want to have some fun with.

When Caregiving Gets Awkward

As an adult son, daughter, spouse, or even grandchild, you want to help a loved one when they become ill or their abilities change as the result of natural aging. But are there some things that you would prefer a professional caregiver do instead?

How to Manage Caregiver Stress

Everyone experiences stress at some point in their life, but what is stress? And why does it impact well-being? And how can caregivers decrease their stress?

The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Dementia

Concerned about hearing loss and dementia? Learn the surprising link and how hearing loss interventions can help.

How You Can Support a Person Living with Diabetes

There are many ways to support a loved one who has been diagnosed with diabetes. Learn about lifestyle and everyday tips for offering at-home diabetes care.

What Is Considered a Chronic Condition?

For someone living with a chronic condition that affects how they can function and perform activities of daily living, a professional in-home caregiver can provide relief for them or a family member who needs to take care of themselves.

How to Fight Loneliness

Often elders can feel lonely as life changes with age can reduce social circles and opportunities for engaging with others regularly. Whatever the age, surveys show that loneliness is increasing in society.

Is That Grief You're Feeling?

Conquering Loneliness, Helplessness and Boredom with Home Care

Ageism and Illness

Physical Distancing vs. Social Distancing

Now is the Time for Estate Planning

Experts recommend estate planning before a crisis hits. Read one person's story in this article.

Medicare, Medicaid, and Home Care

The opportunity to use Medicaid to pay for in-home care will depend first on meeting the qualifications and then the state in which the person needing care resides.

The Most Popular Scams Targeting the Elderly (and Prevention Tips)

Although people of any age can be taken advantage of by thieves and scammers, research shows that people over the age of 60 are among the most vulnerable; people over 80 are at even higher risk for financial exploitation, according to Consumer Affairs.

10 Healthy Meals for Seniors That Are Quick and Easy to Make

What we eat to stay healthy changes as we age. Check out these 10 quick senior meal ideas. Food for elderly people can be healthy, delicious, and easy!

Tips for Maintaining Cardiovascular Health

February is National Heart Health Month. Here are four ways that a caregiver or anyone taking care of a loved one can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Seniors

There are many benefits of anti-inflammatory diets for seniors. Learn which foods your senior loved one can enjoy that reduce inflammation.

Understanding the Ups and Downs of the Cost of Care

Surgery After Cataracts

What Size Home Care Fits You?

When a Loved One Wishes to Die at Home

What Don’t You Know About Hospice?

Hospice Partnerships and 24/7 Care

Expressing Our Gratitude for Social Workers

What Does Community Mean?

A Return to Old Hobbies

Mother's Day Gifts and Activities for Seniors

Pets and Seniors

The Rewards of Canine Companionship

Seniors and Pets: The Truth About Cats and Dogs

Safety Precautions: What It Means

The 4 Most Surprising Bathroom Hazards for the Elderly

Bathrooms can be perilous, especially for people who are elderly or living with a chronic condition that can make slips and falls more likely. The good news is that simple safety measures can be put in place to make bathrooms safer for everyone.

Kitchen Safety Tips for Seniors

The kitchen can be a dangerous place for anyone, but several kitchen hazards are noted concerns for seniors. Learn how to keep your aging loved ones safe.

National Stress Awareness Month: Ways to Support Caregivers

Looking for ways to reduce your stress as a caregiver? We've got several tips to help!

Causes of Negative Thinking: How to Help Your Elder Loved One

The physical and mental challenges that come with aging can intensify the likelihood of negative thoughts. Here are four ways to help you cope with elderly negative thinking.

Can Stress Cause Shingles?

Ouch! Shingles can be extremely painful. Stress can be one trigger for the infection. Learn about the connection between shingles and stress.

Nervous About Home Care…In Your Home?

Will You Need Home Care?

24/7 Home Care for You and Your Family

8 Facts About Strokes

Learn facts about strokes, including the types, symptoms, and recovery. Know the FAST signs and how Homewatch CareGivers can support your loved one.