As loved ones get older, many CT families face a big question: Can mom or dad live at home safely? For many seniors, the answer is yes, with the right planning. That’s where an aging in place checklist comes in. Aging in place means staying in one’s own home...
Read MoreComing home from the hospital should feel like a fresh start – but for many it’s a critical turning point.Without the right support, this transition can bring unexpected challenges: managing new medications, coordinating follow-up care, or even adjusting to mobility limitations – all of which can quickly become overwhelming....
Read MoreTechnology is rapidly transforming the landscape of elderly care, making daily life safer and more comfortable for our aging loved ones. By integrating cutting-edge technological tools into home care routines, we can boost safety, enhance health monitoring capabilities, and improve communication! Let’s explore how these technologies are revolutionizing care...
Read MoreAcquired Brain Injuries (ABI) present unique challenges not only to those who suffer from them but also to their caregivers and loved ones. In Middletown, CT, Change Inc’s Acquired Brain Injury program offers a comprehensive approach to managing these challenges, focusing on maintaining an independent lifestyle for individuals with...
Read MoreCrocheting. I know this may seem like unusual subject matter for a home care blog, but in fact, it’s quite appropriate. Crocheting is the new trend (ok so maybe it never went out of style) and it’s proving to be a strategy of self-care for individuals seeking zen in...
Read MoreWhile the idea of Thanksgiving and the bright lights of the December holidays can bring about sentiments of merriment for some, there is the underlying pressure on people to enjoy themselves during the holidays. The reality is that many people feel increasingly isolated and unhappy during this season, and...
Read MoreWinter in New England. It’s cold, the weather is nasty, it’s flu season. These are just some of the reasons why the individuals we service typically feel socially isolated during the winter months. Recent studies suggest this can be dangerous. According to a New York Times article written by...
Read MoreIt’s National Nutrition Month! Wait, don’t go, I promise this is helpful. For those of you who find it challenging to consume fruits & veggies on a daily basis, (or are desperately trying to get kids invested) we’re sharing some easy ways to make this {task} more appealing. Here...
Read More2017. A new year, a new you? We make resolutions, we break resolutions, and sometimes we even see resolutions through to the finish line. Whatever the result is, the intent is change, and where there’s a will, there’s a way. Cigarette smoking is the #1 preventable cause of death...
Read MoreIf you’ve recently either voluntarily or involuntarily taken on the role of caregiver for a loved one and you’re feeling frightened, angry, confused, and overwhelmed, the good news is that it’s all perfectly normal. It can be a daunting task for most and clearly, you’re showing clear implications that...
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