We put trust, instinct, and compassion front and center when hiring caregivers to take exceptional care of our elderly clients. How we find our caregivers I really prefer finding new caregivers through word-of-mouth recommendations. Reading applications from strangers might make sense for corporate America, but it never made much sense to me. In my opinion, […]
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How overcoming one of life’s challenges taught me to find the best caregivers on earth
COVID Update: Before I begin my story, I want you to know that at CT Help at Home, there is nothing more important than helping the people in our care live a safe and happy life. Based on what we learned during the first wave of COVID, our caregivers have the knowledge, experience, and training […]
Outside-the-box solutions are the secret to providing compassionate home care.
Reconnecting to the past can provide dignity and needed comfort to an elderly person with dementia Let’s talk about aging Getting older is inevitable but it’s not often discussed around the dinner table. Long before I started CT Help at Home, my father-in-law developed dementia. Unfortunately, at that time, my husband and I didn’t have […]
8 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Home Care Agency
If you’ve been looking into hiring some care services, it’s important to know if the agency is available to meet all your needs for you and your loved one. The list of questions below will help you understand what information to gather and about a company’s services. What type of services do you provide? Some […]
Helping Older Adults Stay Well During COVID-19
It’s important to remember that we’re still working our way through COVID-19 – and that seniors are still prone to contracting the virus. By helping our elderly loved ones stay well, we can help them get through the pandemic safely. Here are some tips to get you started: Accessing Food If your elderly loved one […]
Staying Safe In The Summer
People who are 65 and over are at a bigger risk of heat-related illnesses – such as heatstroke. This happens in hot weather especially. Risk factors include when your loved one is living by themselves, has chronic medical issues, or taking certain medications. Here are some steps to keep your elderly loved ones safe during […]