Call Us 214-420-1212
main-ah-logo-horz-w_gradbox
 
  • In-Home Care Services
    • 24-Hour Home Care & Live-in Caregivers
    • After Surgery Care | Post-Operative Care at Home
    • Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Services
    • Companion Care & Personal Care
    • Custodial Care & Long-Term Care
    • Elderly Care
    • Emergency Alert Button
    • Fall Prevention Services
    • Hospice Care at Home
    • Overnight Home Care
    • Senior Home Care
    • Respite Care
    • Veteran Home Care
    • Full List of Services
  • About Us
    • Our Owner
    • Our Caregivers
    • Hiring an Agency vs. Direct Caregiver
    • Industry Statistics
    • Testimonials
    • Hospital Readmission Penalties
    • Affiliations
    • Senectus Professionals
    • Veterans Affairs
  • FAQ
  • Service Areas
    • Dallas, TX
    • Highland Park, TX
    • Richardson, TX
    • University Park, TX
    • See All Service Areas
  • Jobs
  • Blog
  • Contact Us

Category: Home Care in Richardson TX

Home Care Assistance with Transitional Situation

Mar012021RobbieCaregivers in Richardson TX

You worry that Mom’s not eating.  The house cluttered.  Dad is wearing soiled clothes and in desperate need of a shower.  Did Grandma make it through the day without falling again? You’re doing what you can to help, but with work, kids and other obligations you just don’t have enough time in the day to care for your elderly loved…

Read More

What to Do If Your Elderly Parents Won’t Bathe

Jan282021Assisting Handssenior health

Bathing regularly is a necessary personal hygiene task. However, aging parents may be reluctant to step into the bathtub or shower. Poor hygiene borders on self-neglect and can result in adverse health consequences. Here’s what to do if elderly parents refuse to bathe. Why do seniors refuse to bathe? A number of legitimate reasons can cause a senior to avoid…

Read More

When Should Your Senior Worry about Memory Loss?

Jan112021Robbiedementia care, memory care

Memory issues are scary for your elderly family member and likely for you as well. But do you know when you should actually be concerned about your senior’s memory?

Read More

Who is Eligible for the Veterans Home Care Program?

Jan062021Assisting Handsveteran benefits, veteran home care

Seniors who have served in the armed forces are eligible for a useful benefit known as the veterans’ home care program. Elderly veterans receive assistance with the activities of daily living, which allows them to age in the comfort of home. Eligible veterans and spouses must meet certain criteria. As veterans grow older, like other seniors, they will require some…

Read More

The Best Foods for Seniors with Diabetes

Jan042021Robbiedietary restrictions, senior health

When your parent has diabetes, it can be hard to know which foods are okay to include in their meal plan. The list below is a compilation of superfoods recommended specifically for diabetics by the experts at the American Diabetes Association and WebMD.

Read More

Seniors and Pets: Is Pet Ownership Right for Your Aging Parent?

Sep212020RobbieHome Care in Richardson TX, richardson tx

Caregivers in Carrollton TX: Before you decide that a pet is the right choice for your senior, though, there are some things that you should ask yourselves. Here are two very important questions you should consider.

Read More

What to Do If Your Elderly Parent Refuses Assisted Living?

Jul292020Assisting Handsaging parents, assisted living

Most seniors prefer to age in place. The familiarity of home provides security. But the security of a home environment can be shattered when an older person needs help—and there is no one to give it. Families should know what to do if a parent refuses assisted living. As people age, their abilities to function may gradually wane. In a…

Read More

Why Are Family Caregivers So Stressed?

Jul272020RobbieHome Care in Richardson TX, richardson tx, senior home care in richardson tx

Senior Care in Coppell TX: Many people don’t understand why caregivers could be so stressed. Sure, there are the physical demands, but there’s more to it than that.

Read More

From Refusal to Acceptance | How to Get Elderly Parents to Accept Help

Jul062020RobbieHome Care in Richardson TX, richardson tx

You worry that Mom’s not eating. The house cluttered more than ever. Dad is wearing the same clothes day after day and in desperate need of a shower. Did Grandma make it through the day without falling again?

Read More

Mental Health Month: Statistics on Family Caregivers

May222020RobbieCaregivers in Richardson TX, Home Care in Richardson TX, richardson tx

Homecare in Irving TX: When it comes to taking care of aging loved ones, most family members don’t hesitate to step up and help out. Millions of family members spend time and money to make sure that their aging loved one’s health and well-being are a taken care of.

Read More
Load More

Recent Posts

  • Assisting Hands serving Preston Hollow and surrounding areas team!
  • Options for Seniors Behind on Their Mortgage
  • Another Word From an Amazing Client!
  • Effects of Loneliness in the Elderly
  • Can You Recognize Some of the Symptoms of Heart Failure?

Recent Comments

    Archives

    • April 2021
    • March 2021
    • February 2021
    • January 2021
    • December 2020
    • November 2020
    • October 2020
    • September 2020
    • August 2020
    • July 2020
    • June 2020
    • May 2020
    • April 2020
    • March 2020
    • February 2020
    • January 2020
    • December 2019
    • November 2019
    • October 2019
    • May 2018
    • September 2017

    Categories

    • AFib and Seniors
    • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
    • Alzheimer's and Your Senior
    • Blog Posts
    • Cancer Care
    • Caregivers in Dallas TX
    • Caregivers in Dallas TX
    • Caregivers in Dallas TX
    • Caregiving and Your Extended Family
    • Caring for a Senior with Alzheimer's
    • Companion Care
    • Company
    • Dealing with Incontinence
    • Diabetes and Seniors
    • Driving and Seniors
    • Elder Care in Dallas TX
    • Elder Care in Richardson TX
    • Elderly Care
    • Elderly Care in Dallas TX
    • Elderly Care in Dallas TX
    • Elderly Care in Irving TX
    • Fall Risk and Seniors
    • Family Caregiver Stress
    • Family Caregiver Tips
    • Hip Replacement Surgery
    • Home Care in Dallas TX
    • Home Care in Dallas TX
    • Home Care in Highland Park TX
    • Home Care in Preston Hollow TX
    • Home Care in Richardson TX
    • Home Care in University Park TX
    • Homecare in Dallas TX
    • Important Medical Screenings
    • Kitchen Safety for Seniors
    • Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices
    • Meal Preparation and Seniors
    • Memory Loss Concerns
    • Oral Hygiene and Seniors
    • Outdoor Safety
    • Pet Ownership and Seniors
    • Protecting Your Senior from Fraud
    • Senior Care in Dallas TX
    • Senior Care in Dallas TX
    • Senior Care in Dallas TX
    • Sensitive Emotional Issues
    • Taking Care of the Family Caregiver
    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Uncategorized
    • Why Choose Home Care?
    • Your Senior Parent's Home

    Meta

    • Log in
    • Entries feed
    • Comments feed
    • WordPress.org
    chat-icon

    Read Our Blog

    Read More


    Facebook


    Twitter


    Google+
    apache_pb

    Download Our Brochure

    Download
    logo

    assisting hands

    Assisting Hands Home Care provides elder care services and senior in home care services for families across the country.

    • Call Us (214) 865-7870 | For Jobs (214) 420-1212
    • rmccullough@assistinghands.com
    • 6600 LBJ Freeway, Suite 188, Dallas, TX 75240

    COMPANY

    • Home
    • In-Home Care Services
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Franchise

    Services

    • Senior Home Care
    • Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
    • Personal Care and Companionship
    • Live-In Care and 24-Hour Care
    • Aging In Place
    • Additional Services – Fall Alert & Emergency Button For Serniors
    • Full List of Services

    legal

    • Hospital Readmission Penalties
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Accessibility Statement

    2020 Assisting Hands Home Care. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | Powered by Path