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When Should I Consider Care For You Instead of a Home Health Aide?


Deciding between hiring a home health aid or a senior companion really depends on the kind of assistance you or your loved one needs.You may want a companion, however, if you or your loved one’s needs primarily relate to the activities of daily living.

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Guidelines for Finding Quality Health Care


What should people looking for care for themselves or their loved ones know about their rights? The Office of Health Care Quality licenses and certifies health care providers (except individuals) including nursing homes, hospitals, laboratories, group homes, and in-home nursing agencies.

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Affordable Services in Your Own Back Yard


Aging and disabled individuals can take advantage of many free public services. We help families find the right ones. Greenbelt, MD, is one community that goes out of its way to make life better for aging residents.

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When Someone Needs to Take Control


Guardians and conservators: When they are appointed, what they do, and when their responsibilities may come to an end.

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Arts For the Aging


Taking art classes can improve your health? It’s true! Did you know that research shows improvements in the health and functioning of seniors engaged in regular and professionally led art programs? Better morale, less loneliness, less medication usage, fewer instances of falls, fewer doctor visits—overall, a reduction in risk factors driving the need for long-term [...]

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Who is in Control of my Affairs?


Decision Making: Legal procedures for transferring financial or medical decision making authority, now or in the future, to someone you trust – by Philip Fish. Discussed in this issue are the five primary decision makers who may be involved in handling your affairs during periods of illness and at your death. These individuals or entities [...]

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Why Have a Companion At Home?


Non medical home care services can be a low cost alternative to more expensive assisted living arrangements or nursing homes. Senior helpers, senior companions and caregivers allow seniors to live independently in the comfort of their own homes and maintain routine habits and connections to their communities.

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Sleep’s Importance in Aging Well

January 26, 2012
by: Care For You • Articles, Nutrition

When is it Time to Share Control?

January 10, 2012
by: Care For You • Articles, Senior Helpers, Senior Home Care

You Are Old Father William

December 15, 2011
by: Care For You • Articles, Exercise

Studies on a Link Between Diabetes and Alzheimer’s Disease

October 25, 2011
by: Care For You • Alzheimers Care, Articles, Exercise