The current coronavirus pandemic health crisis has upended many people’s plans and created uncertainty, especially for seniors who were evaluating alternative living arrangements, including outside of their long-time home, because they needed more assistance. The added concerns about infection has added further anxiety to this decision. For many seniors who are most susceptible to COVID-19, staying home is a very…
Disreputable, even criminal, opportunists are always ready to capitalize on any challenging situation. When people are worried, fearful, looking for answers, there is always someone ready to pounce and make a profit off their anxiety. Here are some current coronavirus and COVID-19 scams the Federal Trade Commission is warning people to avoid: Coronavirus stimulus payment scam: The IRS WILL NOT contact you by phone, email,…
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/embed/7w2HWBh-jHI[/embed] Click here to read about our Team Approach to COVID-19 Precautions April 7, 2020 To our Assisting Hands serving Columbus, OH clients and families From Greg & Kim Kling, Owners We pray that you and your families are doing well during this unique time. Our clients and caregivers are navigating this new environment with flexibility and grace, and we continue to…
Click here to view Coronavirus Resources. Dear Clients, Prospective Clients and Caregivers: UPDATE: Home Care is an Essential Service, March 22, 2020 On March 22, Ohio announced a "Stay-at-Home" order. You may be questioning what this means for your care. Fortunately, Home Care is exempt from this order, so there will be no disruption, but we also know the situation is evolving…
Offering real support and care to seniors is a challenge for many families. For those living far away from senior loved ones – or unable to visit due to current circumstances - the challenge is even greater. As families spread out around the country and globe, seniors often rely on the support of loved ones who live far away. Long-distance…
A loss of independence is a fear many seniors have. When this fear is realized, there are several ways caregivers need to help. According to an AARP study, 57% of seniors over age 70 do not find it easy to live alone and need help with daily tasks. This loss of independence can take its toll on a senior’s psychological and physical well-being. Family…
Like any part of the body, the brain changes over time. Seniors can protect their brain health both physically and mentally. Since the brain wears with age, it’s normal for seniors to have small memory lapses. However, more significant brain issues can also develop – read more about the 10 warning signs of dementia. That’s why it is important for seniors to protect…
Caregiving is common in the United States. About 43.5 million people, more than 20% of US adults, offer unpaid caregiving in the US. More than a third of those caregivers are helping someone with memory illnesses. Most, about 75%, are women, and on average they spend 24.4 hours caregiving each week. While family caregivers often enjoy being able to help their loved ones, caregiving is a…
Our primary love partnerships are the most significant in our lives. Marriage or committed partnership has proven to extend our health and longevity, for a variety of reasons: Ohio State University research psychologist Christopher Fagundes, PhD, notes that married couples are less likely to engage in risky behavior or substance abuse – and that just moving in together lowers these behaviors even more. …
February is when we turn our thoughts to the heart – Valentine's Day, sweets for our sweeties, and, most importantly, American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, especially among seniors, so it’s important to know the facts. In 1964, more than half of American deaths were the result of cardiovascular disease. The…
