Marie, 92, Says the PERS “Safety Button” is like an “Insurance Policy” that Helps her Live Safely at Home
Now recovered from fractures in both hips, Marie, 92, lives at home, knowing that help is in reach at the touch of her Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) “safety button.” Marie calls the “safety button” her “insurance policy.”“If I don’t need it, it’s fine, but as long as it’s there, it makes me feel safer.” Barb, Marie’s […]
Pickleball: A Great Stress Reliever and Social Boost for the “Sandwich Generation”
As a family caregiver are you stressed out? Needing exercise? Miss seeing friends? Feeling isolated? I’m not a doctor, but I have a remedy for you: pickleball. Watch the video below to see more about the game. Pickleball is America’s fasting growing recreational sport and is the ideal game for those of us who are members of […]
Elders’ Helpers Celebrating 20th Year as Local, Family-Owned Home Health Care Agency for Seniors
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — Elders’ Helpers, one of the area’s largest local, family-owned home health care agencies, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Nikki Hoort, owner of Elders’ Helpers, said the company provides home health care services throughout West Michigan and recently opened a new Lakeshore office in Holland, managed by her son, Troy […]
Recognizing and Coping with Dementia
Dementia affects millions of people worldwide on a daily basis. It not only disrupts the life of the individuals afflicted with this terrible disease, but also impacts their families and loved ones, who are often left with a sense of helplessness. Over the years we’ve learned a few helpful tips we’d like to share for those families affected by dementia.
Ways to Maintain a Healthy Diet for Seniors
Maintaining a balanced diet is important throughout every stage of life, but healthy nutrition is especially important as we age. Healthy eating habits may help manage or even prevent chronic health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. As we get older, dietary requirements and eating habits may change slightly. However, it is important to continue to choose a balanced diet. The health tips below may help maintain a healthy diet while aging.