This year our Nashville retreat was about more than just workshops and awards. Assisting Hands Arlington Heights, along with over 100 franchise owners and staff members, got together to package over 25,000 meals for seniors as part of the Hunger Project. Organized by Feeding Children Everywhere, the Hunger Project helps to alleviate hunger among children and families in the U.S….
Our Caregiver of the month is Serena Frazier! Serena came to us earlier this year after working private duty. We were immediately struck by Serena’s energetic approach to caregiving and the passion she brings to the table. Our clients see her expertise and compassion, while from our side; Serena is the definition of a team player. From the beginning she…
Now that all the snow and ice seem like distant memories, it’s time to take advantage of that precious window of time in Chicago when we can get out and about to enjoy the nice weather. A lot of our clients want to get out for a short walk around town with their caregivers, but don’t know just where to…
Our caregiver of the month is the fabulous Abidemio Balogun! Abby has been interested in healthcare since she was a child. She was inspired by her mother’s passion for the field and she aspires to be a nurse practitioner in the future. I remember when Abby walked into our office with her mother. They each had such a unique perspective…
Summer is a great time of year, full of all kinds of fun activities like cookouts, concerts, and family gatherings. Kids are out of school and the weather is warm enough to enjoy spending more time outdoors at the beach or even just in the backyard. There’s no reason why seniors can’t enjoy summertime activities as well. Socializing has positive…
Over the last year it seems that we’ve noticed a trend with a lot of our Arlington Heights friends and neighbors who care for someone with Parkinson’s. While HIPAA laws prevent us from sharing information about those for whom we provide care, I often want to tell families, “YOU ARE NOT ALONE IN THIS DISEASE!” Knowing that there are others…
We are so excited to announce our caregiver of the month for May, Sandra Reyes. Sandra is a medical assistant and has been caregiving for the last 5 years. When she graduated from her Medical Assistant Program she wanted to spend a few years gaining hands-on skills before pursuing her career. Sandra comments that she absolutely fell in love with…
Save the date! Assisting Hands is already gearing up to participate in the Northwest Suburban Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, September 22nd! It will be at Busse Woods, Groves 28-30, in Elk Grove Village, IL 60007. You can enter via the west entrance on Golf Rd. Registration begins at 8 am, there is a ceremony at 9:30 am and…
Rolando is the kind of caregiver who you can count on any day of the week, month, or year to help out a family in need of his services. His calm demeanor and strong work ethic makes families feel calm when they know Rolando is caring for their loved ones! Rolando is a live-in caregiver and works with one of our…
I find that when I visit a lot of homes of my senior clients, their phones often ring three to four times in the course of a short visit! It usually takes a quick second to pick up, say hello and no thank you to the potential salesperson or scammer. It makes me think how much those over 65 are…
