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ElderCare at Home brings you this newsletter in the spirit of cooperation and education. We hope you find this information useful and informative.
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New Beginnings
Wishing You a Happy Springtime
Respite and Renewal for Spring
Springtime is often associated with rebirth and renewal. Flowers begin to bloom again, decorating the landscape with bursts of colors and fragrant smells. It is a time when people begin to visit the outdoors more leisurely, especially if you have been kept inside due to cold weather. Recent studies find that being outside in nature is beneficial for your physical and mental health. If you are family caregiver, it is recommended to get outside every now and then. Use your time outdoors to recognize all of the new possibilities ahead of you, reflecting on the experiences you went through in the past to help you navigate your way forward.
Caregiving is difficult work. Making mistakes is a part of the caregiving journey. But these mistakes do not mean you are doing a bad job. There are always chances to start anew, improving upon what you already know. Springtime is the perfect time to hope for renewal and a chance to try again. ElderCare at Home understands your difficult situation, which is why we recommend setting aside some time to meditate and reflect on your experiences outdoors. This time can be productive for you as a caregiver to revitalize yourself and to strategize your way moving forward.
ElderCare at Home wants to remind you how much you actually do for your loved one. All of this hard work deserves a break!
If you need a break, then do not wait! Check out or unique Reach out for Respite program and call us today.
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Being a family caregiver is physically and emotionally draining. When you are around your loved
one who need
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r overall wellbeing. As a result, you may experience anxiety, depression, and sleep loss. If this is the case, then you should consider finding respite care if it is within your means.
ElderCare at Home's Reach Out for Respite Care program was designed to provide family caregivers relief. We refer trained, professional caregivers to you so they can provide you with much needed assistance. This program can allow you to have some hours out of the day to spend by yourself, running errands, or however you see fit. Such respite care services include:
- Homemaker Companion Care
- Assistance with Bathing & Personal Care
- Cognitive Stimulation
- Games & Activities (based on ability)
- Nutritious Meal Preparation
- Medication Reminders
- Transportation, Errands, Appointments
- Light Housekeeping, Laundry, Dusting
- Friendship & Companionship
- Hourly or Live-in Care
- 24 Hours per Day, 7 Days per Week
ElderCare is here to help. Please visit our website to learn more about what we can do for you.
Reach out to us at anytime at (561) 585-0400.
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We're More Than Just Private Duty Home Care
Specialty Home Care Programs
 In addition to our Alzheimer's/dementia specific private duty referral services, ElderCare at Home, a licensed nurse registry, has referred caregivers who have provided exceptional care to thousands of patients through a number of specialty home care programs and our vast network of referred, independent contractors.
Each referral program allows the patient to recuperate in the place they most want to be... their own home! Most patients experience positive outcomes and are able to enjoy an improved quality of life.
ElderCare at Home is always here for you!
To learn more, reach out to us at anytime (561)585-0400.
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Four Signs That You're
Experiencing
Caregiver Burnout
A Video for Family Caregivers
Hello caregivers! If you have recently become a family caregiver, then you are probably still adjusting to the role and learning from some very difficult experiences. In this video we will go over four signs of caregiver burnout and then discuss what you can do to help yourself.
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Food for Thought
10 Foods to Improve Brain Power
The brain requires nutrients just like your heart, lungs or muscles do.
Eating well is good for your mental health as well as your physical health.
Which foods are particularly important to keep your brain healthy?
1. Oily fish - Essential fatty acids (EFAs) cannot be made by the body and must be obtained through diet. Oily fish contains EPA and DHA in a ready-made form, which enables the body to use it easily. The main sources of oily fish include salmon, trout, mackerel, herring, sardines, pilchards and kippers. Low DHA levels have been linked to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and memory loss.
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Whole grains -
Like everything else in your body, the brain cannot work without energy. The ability to concentrate and focus comes from the adequate, steady supply of energy - in the form of glucose in our blood to the brain. Opt for brown cereals, wheat bran, granary bread and brown pasta.
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Blueberries
- Evidence accumulated at Tufts University in the United States suggests that the consumption of blueberries may be effective in improving or delaying short term memory loss. Widely available, so there's no excuse.
4. Tomatoes
- There is good evidence to suggest that lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes, could help protect against the kind of free radical damage to cells which occurs in the development of dementia, particularly Alzheimer's.
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Vitamins
- Certain B vitamins - B6, B12 and folic acid - are known to reduce levels of homocysteine in the blood. Elevated levels of homocysteine are associated with increased risk of stroke, cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. A study of a group of elderly patients with mild cognitive impairment found that after two years of intervention with high doses of B6, B12 and folic acid there was significantly less brain shrinkage compared to a subset given placebo treatment.
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Blackcurrants
- Vitamin C has long been thought to have the power to increase mental agility. One of the best sources of this vital vitamin is blackcurrants.
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Pumpkin seeds
- Just a handful of pumpkin seeds a day is all you need to get your recommended daily amount of zinc, vital for enhancing memory and thinking skills.
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Broccoli
- A great source of vitamin K, which is known to enhance cognitive function and improve brainpower.
9. Sage
- Sage has long had a reputation for improving memory and although most studies focus on sage as an essential oil, it could be worth adding fresh sage to your diet too.
10. Nuts - A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology suggests that a good intake of vitamin E might help to prevent cognitive decline, particularly in the elderly. Nuts are a great source of vitamin E along with leafy green vegetables, asparagus, olives, seeds, eggs, brown rice and whole grains.
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Client Referral Program
A Promotional Offer From ElderCare at Home
ElderCare at Home would like to thank you!
As you know, our mission is to help seniors live confidently and age gracefully at home for as long as possible. We are continually working to educate the community about the services that we provide. However, it is often difficult to get this information to everyone.
ElderCare at Home would like to ask for your help in this endeavor. If you know of anyone who could benefit from our services, simply give them one of our Client Referral Program flyers with your name written on it and prompt them to schedule a FREE assessment. If they retain our services, we will give each of you 15% off a week's worth of services*!
Thank you so much for your help! We really appreciate it.
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Activities for Aging Individuals
An Ar
ticle from the ElderCare at Home Blog
Normal agi
ng usually comes with gradual changes in lifestyle that, when enough time
has passed, can radically restructure your life. Much of these changes com
e
with nor
mal physical symptoms like reduced vision/hearing, changes in Cir
cadian rhythm, decreased bone density, a loss of muscle mass,
changes in sexual drive, slower metabolism, and so on. All these physical changes require aging individuals to relate to their body in different ways. Additionally, if you or an aging loved one is retired, then this means there is more free time to manage, as well. All these considerations means that you or your aging loved one may have to find activities to do, especially in regards to your physical activities. Here are some suggestions [. . .]
For more information regarding Alzheimer's
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"8 Ways to Declutter Your Mind"
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Caregiver Support Groups
Open Support Groups for Family Caregivers
Caring for someone that has Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other cognitive impairment is hard. These support groups are attended by caregivers who are struggling with all kinds of different challenges and emotions.
ElderCare at Home in cooperation with the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center, facilitates more than 17 Caregiver Support Groups throughout the Palm Beach County area (Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Wellington, Lake Worth, Delray Beach and Boca Raton)
Our Alzheimer's caregiver support groups are different! Our caregivers are able to come together and share in a warm, relaxed and nurturing environment.
We also offer a monthly telephone support group for all Alzheimer's caregivers who are either unable to attend in person, or live out of state.
Call (561) 588-4545 to RSVP
for any of the support groups listed.
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Career Opportunities
Accepting New CNA and HHA Registrations
We are currently recruiting independent contractors who not
only enjoy working with the memory impaired, but who have an interest in making a difference in the lives of the patients and families they serve.
Do you have these qualities?
- Experience
- Compassion
- Loyalty
- Commitment
- Kindness
- Professionalism
Referral opportunities are available throughout South Florida.We've been helping
caregivers like you
find employment for over 17 years. As an Independent Contractor, you tell us exactly where you want to
work; how many hours you can devote to your clients; and the type of caregiving situations you are looking for!
Call us Today (561) 585-0400 or Apply Online
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The Best Compliment
Refer Your Friends and Family
The best compliment you can give us is the referral of your friends and family! We always appreciate referrals from our satisfied clients to friends and family members or professional resources. To send us a referral, simply call (561) 585-0400. Thank you! We welcome the opportunity to serve the people you care about. |
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