Stop by and Check Out our Beautiful New SIGN in Northbrook Court Mall
Northbrook Court Mall Display We are proud to announce we have a beautiful new sign on display in Northbrook Court Mall. Feel free to stop by and take some new literature. Our sign is located by the AMC movie theater on the first floor of the mall.
Read MoreRemember to Always do What is the Best for Your Aging Parent’s and Don’t Lose Sight of that Fact When Considering Elder Care
Age brings with it the slowing down of the body system as well as some ailments which call for the need of a caregiver. Regardless of circumstances, most children feel a responsibility to care for parents as they age and would like to ensure that parents are provided with elder care so that they are comfortable and happy in the advanced years of their lives.
Read MoreWhat do You Know about your Senior Parent’s Finances?
Mom was 92 years old and until the past year, she was still going strong. She was, for all intents and purposes, more active than I was and that made me feel as though I was doing something wrong. She was still sharp witted and had a great sense of humor and was a hit wherever she went. Then came the Fall season, and she broke her hip. From that moment on, everything began to change
Read MoreLearn Ways You Can Improve Your Heart
World heart day has been celebrated since it was founded in 2000 with a purpose of informing people all over the world that heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death worldwide. Each year on September 29th this world event takes place to promote the awareness of topics and issues relating to heart health.
Read MoreDid You Know? September 22nd is Dear Diary Day
Journaling the Home Care Services Experience in Northbrook, IL It took some time getting used to, but Janet found that providing home care services was a rewarding experience for her. This wasn’t a job that she had ever dreamed he would do, but when she had been there for her elderly grandmother after her stroke,…
Read MoreWhat to Consider before Getting a Pet for a Senior Loved One?
Grace wanted a dog even though she required elder care. At first, her family thought that she was a little bit senile or dealing with what could be the beginning of dementia. In truth, Grace felt lonely, even with an elderly home care provider visiting her on a daily basis.
Read MoreCaregivers in Northbrook, IL – September is Fruit and Veggies More Matters month
September is the perfect time to try and add more fruit and veggies to your weekly menu; there is so much fresh bounty available this month! Even if you just add one more. If you eat lots of ripe tomatoes already, try adding an eggplant recipe one week, asparagus the next, pears the next and then boysenberries. Just change it up. If you are up to the challenge, add more than one new vegetable per week.
Read MoreCompanion Services of America Attends an Easter Seals Event – Chicago IL
Steve Shapiro, our Business Manager at Companion Services of America (CSA), is a board member for Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago and is on the President’s Council. Easter Seals is an organization whose mission is to help people with disabilities and other special needs maximize their independence and create opportunities. The Easter Seals organization has autism therapeutic schools in Chicago, Rockford, and Tinley Park.
Read More10 Tips to Help Improve Senior Care near Deerfield, IL
If you are providing senior care for someone, you want it to be the best it can be. No matter whether you are part of a professional senior health care services agency or you’re in independent caregiver, there are a number of tips that you can use that can improve the quality of care for the patient.
Read MoreAvanti Wellness & Rehabilitation, formerly know as Forest Villa Nursing Center held Business after Hours Event August 20th.
I attended the business after hours event yesterday that was held at Avanti Wellness & Rehabilitation, formerly known as Forest Villa Nursing Center. It was great seeing familiar faces and meeting some new people as well.
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