Tina Weikert
Three Safe Driving Tips for Seniors

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which lines up well for us to review the following safe driving tips from AARP. They apply to everyone, from the newest drivers to older adults who may notice driving becoming more difficult over time.

Three Safe Driving Tips for Seniors
AHSC clients and families, celebrate, Outdoor activities
Tina Weikert
Eclipse Tips for Caregivers

The 2024 Solar Eclipse has arrived, and Vermont is positioned for excellent viewing! We’ve compiled eclipse information and resources here to help caregivers, clients, and our AHSC Community to experience this phenomenal event in a way that suits everyone’s needs.

Eclipse Tips for Caregivers
AHSC clients and families, Senior Nutrition, Cooking, nutrition
Tina Weikert
A Tasty Recipe to Celebrate National Nutrition ...

March is National Nutrition Month. The importance of good nutritional habits for both caregivers and seniors cannot be understated!

A Tasty Recipe to Celebrate National Nutrition Month
AHSC clients and families, senior well-being, EASE Loneliness, Independent Winter LIving
Tina Weikert
Ways to E.A.S.E. Loneliness this Winter

Here are tips in the acronym for EASE- suggested by John T. Cacioppo, Ph.D. through AARP.org to provide a starting point for easing loneliness.

Ways to E.A.S.E. Loneliness this Winter
Home Care, senior well-being, Holiday celebrations
Tina Weikert
7 Ways to Brighten the Holidays for Seniors

The holiday season is for everyone to enjoy! Encouraging your senior loved one to understand that they are a very important part of December’s festivities with the following 7 suggestions

7 Ways to Brighten the Holidays for Seniors

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Fall Prevention: Steps to Reduce the Risk of Falls in the Home

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Fall Prevention: Steps to Reduce the Risk of Falls in the Home

September is Fall Prevention Month. According to the National Institute on Aging, the risk of falling increases with age and more than one in four people age 65 years or older fall each year. The following are steps seniors and their families can follow to reduce the risk of falls in the home.

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November is National Family Caregivers Month

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November is National Family Caregivers Month

“During National Family Caregivers Month, we recognize the love and sacrifice of more than 50 million Americans providing crucial care and medical assistance to parents, children, siblings, and other loved ones, ensuring their health and dignity.”

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There's No Place Like Home: Hiring A Home Care Agency

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There's No Place Like Home: Hiring A Home Care Agency

When there are concerns about a senior loved one's safety, health, or ability to complete tasks independently, it's time to consider hiring a home care agency.

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The Types of Care a Home Care Agency Provides To Seniors

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The Types of Care a Home Care Agency Provides To Seniors

It’s time to become familiar with the services a senior care agency offers. The following is an outline of types of in-home care services to expect from your private duty home care agency.