Assisting Hands helps mom with personalized in-home care and I have the peace of mind that she can stay home, where she wants to be. Assisting Hands Home Care provides elder care services and senior in-home care services for families across the country. For a free consultation, and also receive four free hours with your first week of service, call…
It can be difficult to accept that our parents are aging and may no longer be capable of caring for themselves without some help. After all, as we were growing up, they took care of us. As people age, though, there often comes a time when they are unable to adequately care for themselves and their homes, and living alone…
Older adults living at home by themselves can get lonely, sad, bored, or angry. If you have a pet, you may understand how much better that furry bundle of joy can make you feel when you’re having a bad day. They can have the same effect on seniors living at home alone. In fact, pet therapy has become increasingly popular,…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, families need to protect their loved ones while also following stay-at-home and social distancing directives. However, for many, staying at home without care is anything but safe. Many families in Reston, VA, and throughout Northern Fairfax County as well as Montgomery County, MD are thinking about in-home care or in-home support as a safe and secure…
In this AARP article, Dr. Barry Jacobs discusses 4 ways a caregiver can encourage independence.. Barry J. Jacobs, a clinical psychologist, family therapist and healthcare consultant, is the co-author of Love and Meaning After 50: The 10 Challenges to Great Relationships — and How to Overcome Them and AARP Meditations for Caregivers (Da Capo, 2016). This article is extremely helpful to caregivers as…
It can be difficult to accept that our parents are aging and may no longer be capable of caring for themselves without some help. After all, as we were growing up, they took care of us. As people age, though, there often comes a time when they are unable to adequately care for themselves and their homes, and living alone…
During these uncertain times when everyone is worried about the coronavirus, it’s hard to think about bringing someone into the house – even when the need is great. We understand that, and we get it. Our caregivers are devoted, caring and persistent people. They love their work and the people they work for. We are doing our best to keep…
Caring for a loved one can be challenging. Family caregivers often find it difficult to balance the demands of their own lives with the pressures of providing consistent help. Many caregivers also grapple with difficult issues and choices. Is an aging parent safe at home alone? Is it time to move a loved one to an assisted living facility or…
The Assisting Hands Dementia Education Program is designed to help families and caregivers better understand and meet the needs of those living with dementia. Each person with Alzheimer’s or dementia has a unique set of care needs that change over time as the disease progresses. But even as the disease progresses, individuals can experience joy, comfort, and meaning in life….