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Come to the Caregiver Hiring Open House at Cahoon Care
Cahoon Care Is Hiring Qualified Caregivers Are you, or is someone you know, a caregiver? Are you looking for a job you’ll enjoy, where you’re surrounded by supportive people who want to see you succeed? Then a position with Cahoon Care Associates, LLC might be the perfect fit for you. About Cahoon Care Founded in…
Read MoreHome Care, Nursing Homes, Assisted Living? Which Is Right for Your Parent?
Home Care Options: In-Home, Nursing, Assisted Living Compared When seniors need extra help or care, there are several options available. Three of the most common options are in-home care, assisted living, and nursing homes. These three care settings provide different types of care, so it’s important to choose the option that is right for your…
Read More5 Tips for Discussing Home Care with Seniors
If you’ve seen signs that your parent or loved one needs home care, you may feel anxious about having that initial conversation with your parent. Introducing the idea of home care to a senior can be a sensitive conversation, but we have some tips to help you navigate that discussion. How to Introduce the Idea…
Read More4 Tips to Help Aging Parents Stay in Their Homes
4 Tips to Help Aging Parents Stay in Their Homes As your parents’ age, they may face challenges that make it difficult to stay in their own homes safely. But because your parents are seniors doesn’t mean they have to move into assisted living or a nursing home. You can help your aging parents stay…
Read More5 Tips for Helping Your Parents Stay Happy During the Holidays | Cahoon Care Associates
5 Tips for Helping Elderly Parents Stay Happy During the Holidays The holiday season is a time to bring families together and reconnect with our loved ones. But when your parent is aging, they may not be able to participate in the activities that they once did. With a little effort on your part, you…
Read More3 Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease | Cahoon Care Associates
Do you know a senior with Alzheimer’s disease? It can be upsetting to hear that a loved one has Alzheimer’s, but the more you know, the better you’ll know what to expect. When you know what a parent or loved one will be dealing with, you can also ensure that all of their care needs…
Read MoreMedication & Pill Reminder Tips for the Elderly | Cahoon Care
Medication & Pill Reminder Tips to Keep Your Elderly Parents Healthy Many seniors depend on medications to stay healthy. However, medications are only helpful if seniors sometimes receive the correct doses. Missing doses or taking too much medication can pose serious health risks. Taking medication accurately is a serious issue that many seniors face. Have…
Read More7 Social Media Safety Tips for Seniors – Help Your Loved Ones Stay Safe
7 Social Media Safety Tips for Seniors More and more seniors use social media to stay connected with family and friends. Unfortunately, social media brings risks, especially if a user isn’t familiar with privacy settings, trolls, and scams. If a senior loved one in your life is active or is learning about social media, these…
Read MoreUnderstanding Senior Home Care Options: Private, Direct or National Franchise?
Understanding Senior Home Care Options: Private, Direct or National Franchise? When your loved one needs in-home care, you’ll have many options to choose from. Direct hire, private home care, and national care franchises are all potential sources of in home care. But which one is right for your loved one? And what can you expect…
Read More12 Facebook Tips for Seniors – Help Your Loved One Get Started
Did you know seniors can benefit from engaging on social media? Here’s 12 tips to help them get started on Facebook today! Share with your friends and family today Is your parent or senior loved one afraid of computers and social media? Here’s 12 tips to help them get started on Facebook today! Share with…
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