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…
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…
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…
Lately I’ve seen a trend in families who call requesting homecare services for a loved one. Almost always, adult children are worried about mom or dad and for their own peace of mind, want to hire a caregiver to help. The problem is that the person who needs the care is usually resistant to the idea of a caregiver living…
