Did you know May is “Older Americans Month?” Isn’t it great that we take a month to celebrate the accomplishments of our older Americans in the USA! This week’s blog will give you a history of how it all started. Consider thanking an older person in your life today for all they have done for the greater good of all…
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Another blog we hope you will find helpful with some good tips and techniques to reduce your stress. Remember, it is National Stress Awareness Month! The 7 Deadly Emotions of Caregiving How to cope with the difficult feelings that come with caring for another By Paula Spencer Scott (This article appeared previously on Caring.com.) Nobody would ever choose a…
Tax time can lead to high stress for many of us. Did you know as a family caregiver you are entitled to special IRS tax deductions? Since April is National Stress Awareness month, we want to arm you with some helpful tips in our blog that will reduce YOUR stress and maybe even help get you a refund! See great…
April is National Stress Awareness Month. At Assisting Hands of Potomac, we can provide respite care to reduce your stress when you are in a caregiver role. Caregiver stress can be debilitating. Read this interesting article below to find tips to reduce your stress. Caregiver Stress - Tips to Reduce It Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer's…
Happy April’s Fools Day! Did you know April is National Stress Awareness Month? During this annual thirty day period, health care professionals and health promotion experts across the country will join forces to increase public awareness about both the causes and cures for our modern stress epidemic. At Assisting Hands of Potomac (assistinghands.com/potomac), our caregivers can help you reduce…
March is National Nutrition Month and seniors, handicapped or bedridden people can have special nutrition dietary needs when bedridden. We hope you find the info below helpful for you when caring for someone in this situation. Diet for Handicapped or Bedridden People Crystal Welch has a 30-year writing history. Her more than 2,000 published works have been included…
Good Nutrition is no laughing matter! It is critical to good health for seniors to eat nutritionally. Our caregivers/companions at Assisting Hands Home Care Potomac are provided with excellent nutrition and meal preparation tips for our clients. Nutrition Tips for Senior Citizens Optimal nutrition is imperative for senior citizens to get the most out of life. Whether you want…
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March is National Nutrition Month Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture released the "2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans," with updated information about optimal nutrition. The guidelines encourage Americans to eat more fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products and healthy fats. Also featured are specific recommendations for…
