Senior Home Care in Omaha, Lincoln, Des Moines, and Surrounding Cities.
Senior Home Care in Omaha and Lincoln
A rapidly aging population combined with a heightened desire to age in place has created the “perfect storm” for employment opportunities within home care. If becoming a professional caregiver interests you, this handy roadmap could be your pathway to success.
What does it take to be a good caregiver? Read on to learn more about the top qualities that professional caregivers should have.
One of the biggest fears for that aged 65-and-over is tripping and falling. In fact, one-in-four older Americans trip and fall every year, and falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries in the elderly population.
You decided that it might be best to hire mom a professional home caregiver. But where do you start? Finding the right in-home caregiver for an aging loved one can be challenging. Taking these steps should help simplify your search.
Mom’s forgetfulness has now reached the point you suspect she has dementia. What should you do? When you’re dealing with aging in a place loved ones may have dementia, providing them with the care they need can be challenging. But doing so is possible when you use this approach.
"Friends Postpone Death." That was Phil Agnew’s startling summary of several studies reporting the positive impact of relationships on our health. One study involved people over the age of 70. It found that “people with the strongest network of friends were 22% less likely to die during the study period of 10 years than those with the weakest network of friends.” Supporting friendships is an important elder care goal! Phil Agnew is a behavioral scientist who has a weekly podcast, Nudge. In a recent episode, Agnew talked with Marc Schulz, co-author of The Good Life. Schulz said, “Relationships keep us happier [...]
Are you a caregiving spouse? Or does that describe one of your parents or grandparents? Have you considered caregiving’s physical, emotional, and financial impacts, and how it might affect relationships? Sharon reached out to us about giving her husband a break from his duties in taking care of her. A meeting was scheduled, but when we arrived, her husband turned us away at the door. Later, when we spoke with Sharon, she explained her husband was resisting the idea of another caregiver. He felt he could do it all. Hesitation in bringing in additional care can come from either spouse. It [...]
Want to know how you can improve your health without doctors or meds? Read on! It had been almost a year since Scott had seen his mom, Shirley. Last Thanksgiving had been sobering, as his mom’s well-being had noticeably declined. She seemed “down” and preoccupied with her aches and pains. To Scott’s surprise, this time he found his mom to be happier, more energetic, and dare he think, vibrant. What had changed? When they were alone, Scott brought it up. “Mom, you look so good! Did your doctors adjust your prescriptions?” Rather than answering him directly, Shirley got up, went to [...]
For both individuals needing some assistance and their caregivers, it's essential to recognize caregiving’s impact on mental health. Here are signs that you may be experiencing mental health challenges, the difference a caregiver can make, and how having a respite caregiver benefits family caregivers. For Those Needing Care Dealing with illness, disability, or the effects of aging can make it easy to become consumed by the challenges of daily life. The need for assistance, physical limitations, and potential loss of independence can also take a toll on mental health. Common Mental Health Challenges Among the Elderly and Disabled and the Difference [...]
As our loved ones age, ensuring they receive proper care becomes a top priority. However, navigating the world of senior care options can be overwhelming. Here’s a breakdown of some common senior care options along with their pros and cons. Then - something you may not have considered - combining approaches for the best results! In-Home Care “92% of older adults surveyed prefer to live out their later years in their current home,” as reported by Forbes in Aging In Place Statistics And Facts In 2024. In-home care helps ensure safety while providing the companionship, support, independence and peace of mind [...]
Sunlight Senior Care is the premier care provider for non-medical in-home care, in Lincoln, Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Des Moines.
Omaha
319 South 17th Street,
Suite #726
Omaha, NE 68102
402-421-1119
Lincoln
8055 O Street, #119B
Lincoln, NE 68510
402-200-5555
Des Moines
1101 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
515-335-4075
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