A simple, friendly gesture has many lasting impacts. We all have the power to brighten the day of those around us through compassionate actions. Celebrated at the end of August, National Be Kind to Humankind…
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Summer Travel Tips for Traveling with Your Seniors
According to the AARP, three out of five people 50-plus surveyed said they anticipate traveling in 2023. Most seniors prefer to travel with loved ones and families versus traveling solo. As the summer travel season…
Holy Guacamole!
Perfect for parties, the big game, or a quick and easy snack, guacamole always hits the spot! Grab your Seniors Helping Seniors® caregiver and try this super simple recipe this National Guacamole Day. Ingredients: 3…
Tips for Healthy Aging
Seniors can use fall as a time to get a jump on a healthy lifestyle! Drawing on the “back to school” urge embedded in everyone from childhood, September is the perfect time to celebrate Healthy…
At-Home Senior Care compared to Chicago Dementia Care Homes
What Exactly is Memory Care? Memory care is a specialized type of long-term skilled nursing that focuses on the memory care needs of patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory impairments. Memory care aims…
The Purrfect Companion: Discover The Perks of Pets
June is National Adopt A Cat Month and at Seniors Helping Seniors® Chicago Metro in-home care services, we are purring with excitement! That is because we know that taking in a furry friend has excellent…
A Smooth Way to Spend a Summer’s Day!
The first day of Summer (6/21) is also National Smoothie Day! Why not celebrate both with your companion by blending up this nutrition-packed smoothie recipe? Ingredients 2 cups of baby spinach 1 diced mango 8-10…
Savor The Season With Healthy Summer Eating
The Seniors Helping Seniors ® Chicago Metro family loves seeing our care receivers enjoy the best parts of each season. With summer fast approaching in Chicago, it will soon be time to break out the…
Gardening Tips and Tools
Spring Lawn Diseases Swings in temperature, cool nights, rising humidity, and an increase in rainfall can all contribute to seasonal yard problems. Seniors Helping Seniors® care receivers, watch for these common issues in the weeks…