How to Prevent Heat Stroke in Older Adults
Staying out in the heat for too long without enough liquids is a huge risk for heat exhaustion,... Keep
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The Importance of Caregiver Vacations
Taking breaks helps caregivers reset mentally and emotionally. It may seem hard to leave, but vacations are important for caregivers and their patients. Keep
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ComForCare Named on 2021 Best Workplaces for Millennials
Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have honored ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care as one of the 2021 Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and 2021 Best Workplaces in New York™. Earning a place on these prestigious lists confirms the positive workplace culture ComForCare/At Your Side franchisees have cultivated, as well as the brand’s emphasis on helping others live their best lives possible. Keep
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Bathroom Safety Spotlight: Bathing and Toileting Tips for Caregivers
Many of our clients have limited mobility, and with limited mobility comes a potential risk for falls and other injuries. These risks are especially dangerous in the bathroom. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control), states that 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 65 fall each year, and 80% of those falls happen in the bathroom. Below are seven tips to help clients stay safe while bathing and toileting.
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How Case Managers Can Help Seniors and Their In-Home Caregivers
As our older loved ones age, we do everything we can to help them live life to the... Keep
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Great Place To Work Certification Nation Day Blog
Our employees are the heart of ComForCare and At Your Side. Our team members reflect our company culture and drive our mission to help others live their best lives possible. Keep
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DementiaWise Spotlight
ComForCare’s DementiaWise® Program is recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association® for incorporating evidenced-based Dementia Care Practice Recommendations in the following topic areas: Alzheimer’s and dementia, person-centered care, assessment and care planning, activities of daily living, and behaviors and communication. Keep
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About Frontotemporal Dementia
Receiving a frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep
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Musician is a Hit With Homebound Seniors
Lately, it takes a lot to get a smile from Tamila Kazimov. The 74-year-old from Lakeway, TX, is suffering from oral cancer and mild dementia. But daughter-in-law Desiree Kazimov knows there is one way to light up Tamila’s face and get her toes tapping: a virtual visit from the Music Man. The Music Man, Steve Toll, is the national director of Music & Special Programs for ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care. Keep
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About Lewy Body Dementia
Lewy body dementia (LBD) presents unique challenges for those living with it and their families.... Keep
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Poor Sleep Can Increase Dementia Risks
Sleep is essential for our mental and physical health in all walks of life, but many older adults... Keep
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ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care Are Certified as a Great Place To Work®
Great Place To Work Institute has honored ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care with certification as a Great Place To Work. The certification process considered thousands of employee surveys from across the U.S. Keep
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ComForCare Provides Free Monthly Caregiving Training
ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care are providing training and resources to caregivers through its Staying Connected Caregiver Training Series. The 30-minute live virtual training is offered monthly and is free. Keep
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About Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease
Creutzfeldt Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare form of dementia that leaves many wondering how this happened and what to expect. In this brief 20-minute webinar, viewers will learn about the science and facts behind the condition. Keep
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Understanding Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects approximately 15-20% of people age 65 or older, with a... Keep
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About Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
As more people are living with some form of dementia, questions abound about different types of... Keep
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Understanding Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is the second most common cause of dementia. It's referred to by some as a... Keep
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Tips for Talking to Your Senior Parents About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Adults age 65 and up and/or individuals with pre-existing health conditions (i.e. diabetes, asthma,... Keep
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About Lewy Body Dementia
Being a family member of a loved one with a Lewy Body diagnosis often leads to wondering what to expect and how to manage care tasks as the disease progresses. Keep
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6 Socially Distanced Winter Activities for Seniors
Winter is here, and some of us are already experiencing those colder temperatures. As even chillier... Keep
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