It starts innocently enough. A caregiver you trust asks for a small loan—just until Friday. You want to help, but something doesn’t feel right.
If you’ve hired a caregiver privately, you’re not just managing care—you’re managing boundaries. And when it comes to lending money, our advice is simple:
Don’t do it.
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Mary sat in the exam room, white paper crinkling beneath her. The doctor was halfway out the door when she hesitated. Should I mention the dizziness? Or just wait till next time?
This moment happens every day to thousands of older adults.
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As winter fades, it’s time to welcome spring! With warmer air, singing birds, and blooming flowers, there’s no better time to get outside and stay active. Here are some enjoyable spring activities for seniors in New York:
As the days get longer and the first signs of spring start to appear, it’s the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and welcome a fresh start. Spring is all about new beginnings, making it a great opportunity to tidy up, clear out the clutter, and refresh your home.
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Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease is a journey filled with love, patience, and unique challenges. As the disease progresses, movement, speech, and daily activities become more difficult—but with the right approach, you can enhance your loved one’s quality of life while also taking care of yourself.
As we step into the new year, all of us at Holistic HomeCare Associates want to say thank you. Your trust and support fuel our mission. Every time you recommend us to a friend, family member, or colleague, you’re not just helping others—you’re helping us redefine home care.
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The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and cherished traditions. However, for families relying on home care services, it can also bring unique challenges. Balancing busy schedules, travel plans, and caregiving needs can feel overwhelming. Ensuring reliable caregiver coverage is essential for maintaining routines, prioritizing safety, and enjoying the season with peace of mind.
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When hiring care, some families might be tempted to pay under the table to save a few dollars or avoid the hassle of taxes. While this may seem like a straightforward solution, by not officially employing a caregiver, families forfeit the chance to provide essential benefits such as workers’ compensation, health insurance, and unemployment benefits.
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When it comes to home care for elderly loved ones, finding the right caregiver is critical to ensuring quality care. While certain task-related abilities are important, the process isn’t just about checking off skills on a list. Yes, the caregiver must know how to handle things like physical care, transfers, medication reminders, or work with conditions like Parkinson’s disease, stroke, or dementia.
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As families and caregivers, we sometimes find ourselves supporting our loved ones through one of life’s most profound transitions – its end. This is often both physically and emotionally taxing, and is a time when we need support, compassion, and respite.
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