A Helping Hand for Our Helping Hands: How Amy’s Brought Joy Back to Our Family

Summertime Fun for Seniors with Dementia Summer is a time for fun, relaxation, and spending time with loved ones. But for seniors with dementia, it can also be a time of increased challenges. The heat, crowds, and changes in routine can be overwhelming and lead to anxiety, confusion, and agitation. That's why it's important to plan ahead and make sure your loved one has plenty of opportunities for enjoyable and safe summer activities. Here are a few ideas to get you started: Take a walk in the park. Getting some fresh air and exercise…

A Helping Hand for Our Helping Hands: How Amy’s Brought Joy Back to Our Family Like many adults with aging parents, we found ourselves caught between the demands of our own lives and the growing needs of our mom and dad. They are needing more support than we are able to offer, but a nursing home felt wrong. We wanted them to stay in the familiar comfort of their own home. That’s when we discovered Amy’s Helping Hands. The Gift of Time, The Gift of Peace Amy’s compassionate caregivers stepped in, providing the care and companionship we  could not always offer. It was…

Understand Broken Heart Syndrome and How to Help Someone Who is Grieving Sometimes, the emotional pain of loss and grief can feel almost physically unbearable. Believe it or not, there is a medical term for this phenomenon “broken heart syndrome”.  While temporary, the symptoms can be alarming. Let us understand this condition and how to support a loved one struggling with the weight of grief.  What is Broken Heart Syndrome? Broken heart syndrome , also known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a temporary heart condition often triggered by severe emotional distress…

Hopping into Independence: Easter Signs Your Senior May Need In-Home Care Easter is a time of renewal and fresh starts. As we celebrate with loved ones, it's the perfect opportunity to check in and make sure our senior family members are thriving. If you're noticing some subtle changes, in-home care services, like those offered by Amy's Helping Hands, can be like a basket full of support to help them maintain their independence at home. Spotting the Signs: A Springtime Checklist Household Hints: Are chores around the house becoming neglected? Unwashed dishes,…

Palliative Care- letting your senior loved on pass at home Palliative care is a type of healthcare specifically designed for individuals and their families facing life-threatening illnesses that are in their advanced stages.  This information helps to address common questions seniors have about palliative care, also known as hospice care. It helps to provide guidance on where seniors can access further information about available services.  What is palliative care? Palliative care is to help enhance the quality of life for those who are critically or…

The Difficult Emotions Every Family Caregiver Battles – and How to Let Them Go If you are feeling a bit discouraged in your role as caregiver, take heart; you’re in good company. Providing care help for a loved one is perhaps the most complex role we can hold: highly rewarding on the one hand, while simultaneously frustrating and ever-evolving, frequently resulting in feelings of doubt about whether we are up to the challenge and providing the most effective care.  It’s why a number of family caregivers struggle with some or all of these types of feelings:  Guilt: It…

How We are Missing the Mark in Meeting Senior Health Care Needs. As our loved ones age, the healthcare system is facing a significant challenge: how to meet the complex and growing needs of seniors. While traditional models of care focus on hospitals and long-term care facilities, there is a growing recognition that many seniors would prefer to age in their own place. By maintaining their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. The Gaps in Current Senior Care Hospital-Centric Approach: Our healthcare system is often reactive, focusing…

Ensuring a Safe Summer for Seniors: How In-Home Care in Windsor and Essex County Can Help Summer is a time for enjoyment and relaxation, but for seniors, it also brings unique challenges and risks. With the temperatures rising in Windsor and Essex County, ensuring the safety and well-being of our elderly loved ones is paramount. Amy's Helping Hands provides comprehensive in-home senior care that can help mitigate summer-related risks, allowing seniors to enjoy the season safely and comfortably. Here’s how our services can help. Hydration and Nutrition Management Dehydration and…