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Companion Care: Don’t Miss This Key Benefit!

2025-03-03T17:06:34-05:00

Tom, in his late 70s, was in reasonably good health, though his diabetes had caused eye problems and neuropathy in his feet. Not long after moving into a senior community, Tom fell and broke his ankle. With a motorized scooter, Tom was able to still get around. While initially a blessing, the scooter became a crutch, as Tom preferred its ease and became increasingly sedentary. Tom hired a caregiver, Danny, to help with laundry, cleaning, and changing the bed sheets. Beyond the caregiving tasks, Tom looked forward to his caregiver visits and the two became fast friends. Noticing Tom’s increasing apathy [...]

Companion Care: Don’t Miss This Key Benefit!2025-03-03T17:06:34-05:00

Senior Care: Sorting Out Your Options & Combining Care Approaches

2024-09-12T10:02:26-04:00

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 [...]

Senior Care: Sorting Out Your Options & Combining Care Approaches2024-09-12T10:02:26-04:00

Finding the Right In-Home Care Provider

2024-08-28T14:42:29-04:00

You (or your loved one) want to remain in your home, but due to aging or disability, may not be able to continue to do so safely on your own. Arranging in-home care is your best solution. Explore insider advice and tips for finding the right in-home care provider for your specific situation. Understanding Your Needs Even before you begin researching providers, it's essential to have a clear understanding of the care you need and want. Consider the following: Level of care: Are you seeking assistance with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, cleaning, laundry, companionship, and occasional transportation? Or do [...]

Finding the Right In-Home Care Provider2024-08-28T14:42:29-04:00

How This Year’s Storms Revealed Home Care Best Practices

2024-08-14T20:37:47-04:00

By Paul Foresman Like many of Sunlight’s clients and staff, my home was hit pretty hard during this storm season. Roof, gutters, deck and fence damage topped the list. With extensive damage throughout the metro area, quality contractors were in short supply. So when our roofer said they could arrange for all of our other needed repairs and submit everything to our insurance on our behalf, that sounded great. Little did I realize how the deck repairs would bring home care best practices clearly into focus! One hailstorm lasted nearly 15 minutes causing considerable deck damage The roof and [...]

How This Year’s Storms Revealed Home Care Best Practices2024-08-14T20:37:47-04:00

What is Respite Care and What Does it Look Like?

2024-05-09T10:27:29-04:00

Gayle craves just a few hours a month apart from her caregiving to get together with friends, but her mom is a fall risk every time she gets up. Ken’s wife had a stroke leaving her partially paralyzed and she gets very upset if he leaves the house, even just to get groceries. Bev’s dad has dementia, is frequently confused and a risk for wandering away from their home. He’s frequently awake all night and she’s exhausted. What is Respite Care? It’s the term for having another caregiver providing a loved one’s care so that the regular caregiver(s) can have some [...]

What is Respite Care and What Does it Look Like?2024-05-09T10:27:29-04:00

Public Care Managers: Your Compass Through Life’s Twists

2024-03-23T10:15:02-04:00

Many individuals with disabilities and the elderly receive assistance navigating life issues with the help of a Care Manager. Care Managers conduct thorough assessments of their clients to determine needs and goals, assist in identifying available resources, and help with coordinating/managing in-home and community-based services. Public Care Managers may work for your local Office on Aging or The League of Human Dignity (in Nebraska.) There are also private Geriatric Care Management professionals. Public Care Management We spoke with Jean Holt, LCSW, a Care Manager who’s been with Aging Partners in Lincoln for 32 years. To what does she attribute the longevity? [...]

Public Care Managers: Your Compass Through Life’s Twists2024-03-23T10:15:02-04:00

Routine In-Home Elder Care That’s Anything but “Routine”

2024-02-22T09:00:48-05:00

Establishing a routine can be a fundamental aspect of in-home elder care, especially for seniors facing mild cognitive challenges. But at Sunlight, we believe routine can be more than a schedule of tasks to be performed. It can be a source of joy, comfort, and personalized care! The Bright Side of Routine Think of routine as a warm embrace, a comforting rhythm that provides a sense of stability and predictability. It’s not just about keeping things organized, it’s about creating an environment that sparks joy, reduces anxiety, and fosters a sense of security. Boosting Mind and Body Beyond physical activities, routine [...]

Routine In-Home Elder Care That’s Anything but “Routine”2024-02-22T09:00:48-05:00

Independent Caregivers or Agency Caregivers For In-Home Care?

2024-01-25T07:00:42-05:00

You want to stay in your home. It’s familiar. It’s comfortable. You’ve got great neighbors. So, you’re looking into in-home care services to help you remain independent at home. One of the first decisions is whether to go with a private Caregiver or an in-home care agency Caregiver. If it’s just a question of the hourly rate, independent Caregivers typically charge less per hour than an agency does. But hourly rate alone is not an “apples to apples” comparison. Hidden Costs When Hiring a Private Caregiver Payroll Taxes.  When hiring a Caregiver directly, you are the employer. You have the responsibility [...]

Independent Caregivers or Agency Caregivers For In-Home Care?2024-01-25T07:00:42-05:00

What Is a Care Assessment and Why Should I Schedule It?

2023-12-07T18:51:42-05:00

All too often we hear from clients like Jack and Meghan who regret having “put off” arranging for help at home. Things didn’t get better. It was always on their mind. Looking into in-home care services is a wise first step. Your situation, needs and goals are unique to you. That’s why we meet face-to-face in the home for the Care Assessment so that we can understand care needs and answer your questions in the context of your specific situation. What does this Care Assessment consist of? 1. Getting acquainted You might think of the Care Assessment as a “first date.” [...]

What Is a Care Assessment and Why Should I Schedule It?2023-12-07T18:51:42-05:00

Client-Centered Care. Different…and Better!

2023-08-10T07:00:38-04:00

A one-size-fits-all approach works for some companies. It’s efficient. Deliver the same service to everybody. But it’s not what most elderly or disabled care recipients want. Our clients prefer (and rightfully expect) care tailored to their specific situations, needs, goals, and preferences. In other words, client-centered care. It's different. And better. At Sunlight Senior Care, we sit down with new clients and their families to discuss the care services they want. Together, we develop and agree upon a Personal Care Plan. It details the specific types of care to be provided. It’s a blueprint that provides direction for your caregiver, aligning [...]

Client-Centered Care. Different…and Better!2023-08-10T07:00:38-04:00

Sunlight Senior Care is the premier care provider for non-medical in-home care, in Lincoln, Omaha, Council Bluffs, and Des Moines.

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Omaha
319 South 17th Street,
Suite #726
Omaha, NE 6810
402-421-1119

Lincoln
8055 O Street, #119B
Lincoln, NE 68510
402-200-5555

Des Moines
5550 Wild Rose Lane,
Suite #400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-335-4075

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