Monthly Archives: October 2013

We may be Purple, but we are Thinking Pink!

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Home Instead Senior Care

Over the past few years, the month of October has been taken over by pink. Breast cancer awareness is at an all time high but, until a cure is found, there’s no such thing as too much information. About 50 … Continue reading →

Posted in Caregiving Tips | Tagged awareness, Breast cancer, Caregiver, caregiving, detection, home instead senior care, Komen, pink | Leave a comment

Laughter Keeps Us Young

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Home Instead Senior Care

“Laughter is the best medicine” is not just an old, trite expression, it’s the truth! A simple smile can keep us looking youthful and bright well into old age. Take Mary Maxwell, the Home Instead Senior Care expert “funny lady” … Continue reading →

Posted in Caregiving Tips | Tagged Caregiver, caregiving, Ellen Show, home instead senior care, Laughing, Laughter, Mary Maxwell, Medicine | Leave a comment

Congratulations to the 2013 Caregiver Cruise Winner!

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Home Instead Senior Care

Caregiving takes a toll on the entire family. That’s why Home Instead Senior Care has made an effort to provide resources and remedies for the stress caregivers face. It can be hard for caregivers to find time for themselves, which … Continue reading →

Posted in Caregiving Tips, Local News | Tagged Caregiver, caregiving, Contest, Cruise, dementia, home instead senior care, Respite, stress, winner | Leave a comment

We are Here When You Return to Home

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Home Instead Senior Care

With healthcare front and center in the national and local news, a trip to the hospital can be frightening for many reasons. Aside from the obvious health concerns, there is uncertainty surrounding insurance coverage and costs. We would all like … Continue reading →