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  • 2021
    • February
      • Confessions of a Bad Child
  • 2017
    • November
      • In Gratitude for Caregivers
    • October
      • Seniors, Caregivers and the End of Daylight Savings Time
      • Taking Care When a Caregiver Isn’t There
      • In-Home Support for the Vision Impaired
      • Aging Statistics
      • Caregivers Support Seniors Through Disasters
    • September
      • The Three Things We All Need for a Happy Life
      • Caring Options for Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
      • Caregivers Respond to Behavior Changes of Loved Ones
    • August
      • What Grandparents Really Want
      • Caregivers Make a Difference With Alzheimer’s Walk
      • Senior Citizens Day - August 21
      • Eye Health Beyond Age 60
      • In-Home Care Doesn’t Have to Pre-Empt the Family Vacation
      • When Home Caregivers Become Navigators
    • July
      • “The In-home Care I’d Want for My Parents”
      • Summer Reading for Those in in-Home Care
      • In Home Care, Every Day Is about Independence
    • June
      • Caregivers Can Protect Elderly Even When They Can’t Be There
      • Home Caregivers Help Seniors Beat the Heat
      • Father’s Day Technology and Home Care
      • You're Closer to Hunger Than You Think
    • May
      • Memorial Day: We Remember With Them
      • Senior Fitness Should Be Fun
      • Maybe the Best Gift for Mother's Day
      • The Road to Recovery from Stroke
    • April
      • Is it a Stroke? Better Act F.A.S.T.
      • Caregiving Is a Personal Thing
      • A Reason to Smile
      • Caregiving Tips to Celebrate Spring
    • March
      • Parkinson’s Caregivers Face Unique Challenges
      • Caregivers: Born to Serve Others
      • Challenges of Senior Nutrition Change With Time
      • Daylight Savings Time Change Affects Seniors
      • It's the Little Things...
    • February
      • Never Too Late for Better Heart Health
      • February Is National Senior Independence Month
      • Because You Have a Choice
      • Help! My Mom (or Dad) Is Dating Again!
    • January
      • The Silent Thief of Senior Eyesight
      • New Year's Resolutions for Caregivers
  • 2016
    • December
      • Holiday Fun for the Old and the Young
      • Helping the Elderly Prepare for Winter Weather
      • 10 Uplifting Quotes Every Family Caregiver Needs to Read
    • November
      • Queen Latifah Shares Her Caregiving Story With AARP
      • Here's Why You Shouldn't Skip Your Flu Shot This Year
      • A Powerful Way to Say "Thank You" on Veterans Day
      • How to Pack Your Caregiver Ready Bag
    • October
      • What’s in Your Senior Care Ready Bag?
      • How to Avoid Sibling Caregiver Conflict
      • Dear Alzheimer's Caregivers: You Are Not Alone
    • September
      • 10 Uplifting Quotes Every Family Caregiver Needs to Read
      • Meet One of the Best Caregivers in America
      • Top 12 Fall Prevention Tips From Professional Caregivers
      • Improving Family Dynamics by Acknowledging Caregiver Personas
      • Caring Hearts Participating in the AARP Virtual Job Fair
    • August
      • Pocatello Office Meets Crucial Need With Home Health Care Services
      • 4 Secrets to Success as a New Caregiver
      • Personal Emergency Response Systems Can Ease Your Worries
    • July
      • 3 Tips for Avoiding the Caregiving Dilemma
      • 4 Summer Heat Tips for Family Caregivers
      • The One Question You Need to Ask Your Elderly Parent
      • How to Reduce Caregiver Stress With Adult Coloring Books (and More!)
      • Celebrate Independence at Every Age
    • June
      • A Caregiver Who Makes Homebound Challenges Easier to Handle
      • These Revealing Statistics Illustrate the Growing Benefits of Home Care
      • The Elder Abuse Problem: How to Protect Your Loved Ones
      • In-Home Caregiver Spotlight: Bernie
    • May
      • Caregiver Summer Reading: The Practical, Poignant and Pleasurable
      • What to Do Before Your Next Trip with Elderly Parents
      • Music Therapy Leads to Unexpected Responses
      • Why Dignity Is the Crucial Element in the Best Dementia Care
      • What Mom Really Wants for Mother’s Day
    • April
      • The Key to Living with Parkinson's is Family Communication
      • Our Exceptional Caregiver of the Year "Truly Lives It Every Day"
      • No Matter What, Donna Is Committed to Spreading Happiness
      • Betty's Care Was "a Breath of Fresh Air" to Mark's Mom
      • How a Retired Teacher Became an Award-Winning Caregiver
      • Mary's Kind Gesture Launched a Remarkable Transformation
      • Irean's Powerful Commitment to Treating Clients Like Family
    • March
      • Erica Provides Peace of Mind to a Family with Parkinson's Disease
      • Genuine Devotion Brought Genuine Joy to Hannah's Dementia Client
      • Her Mother’s Remarkable Caregiver Inspired Junalyn to Be One, Too
      • Practical Advice for When You Can't Be There
      • See How Dedication to Family Saved This Caregiver's Life
    • February
      • In-Home Caregiver Spotlight: Helena Russel
      • Surprisingly Simple Ways to Keep in Touch With Family
      • When Cupid Takes Aim at Older Hearts
      • How to Encourage Heart Health
      • How to Help Your Elderly Parent Organize Their Home
    • January
      • How to Improve Your Loved One’s Elder Care Doctor Visits
      • How to Plan a Positive 2016, the Easy Way
  • 2015
    • December
      • News Archive
      • News and Updates – Caring Hearts In-home Care
      • Looking Ahead: Expert Senior Care Advice in 2016
      • 30 Life Questions You Need to Ask Your Grandparents
      • Top 4 Holiday Tips for Families From in-Home Elder Caregivers
      • Cherishing the Moment
    • November
      • Thoughtful Gifts for the Elderly
      • Holiday Gift Ideas for a Family Caregiver
      • How in-Home Care Helps Aging Veterans
      • Honoring the Best: The Exceptional Caregiver Awards
    • October
      • 5 Scary Facts About Caregiving
      • Caring Hearts Is Expanding Internationally as “Caring Hearts”
      • Planning Ahead for Your Family’s Age-Related Needs
      • Local Caring Hearts Home Care Agency Owners Make Lives Easier
      • Cooking With Care: Delicious Fall Recipes for Caregivers
      • The Top 5 Aging Statistics You Need to Know Today
    • September
      • How Families Are Fighting the Caregiving Dilemma
      • Grandparents Day: An Opportunity to Savor the Moment
      • A Labor Day Salute to Family and Professional Caregivers
    • August
      • Crucial Statistics About Aging That Could Change Your Life
      • 20 Inspirational Caregiver Quotes
      • 15 Caregiver Books to Read Right Now
      • Celebrating an Extraordinary In-Home Caregiver: Barbara Perry
    • July
      • Jacksonville, AL Office Ranks as a Top Independent Living Resource
      • The Caregiver Paradox: A Hidden but Urgent Problem
      • The Caregiver Parent’s Guide to Life
      • Sandwiched Summer Vacation (Part 1)
      • How to Honor Veterans on Independence Day
    • June
      • Enjoying Moments With Dad
      • Tips for Renovating a Home for Aging in Place
      • College Grads Moving Back Home
    • May
      • 5 Tips for Balancing Your Caregiver Responsibilities
      • Agnes Freeman Honored as Caregiver of the Year 2014
      • Am I a Family Member, or a Family Caregiver?
      • Owner Bonnie Roberts Named “Extraordinary Woman”
    • April
      • Why I’m Excited About This Year’s Annual Conference
      • In Hinsdale, Caring Hearts Client Feels “Like Family”
      • 6 Self-Care Tips for the Sandwich Generation
    • March
      • Trends I See in Family Caregiving
    • February
      • The Oscars Puts Alzheimer’s in the Spotlight
      • Caring Hearts of Little Rock Braves Ice Storm to Help Clients in Need
  • 2014
    • December
      • “Seniors for Soldiers” Holiday Card Campaign Resonates in Local Community
      • 15 Songs to Spark Awareness – Alzheimer’s Playlist
      • 6 Reasons Seniors Feel Sad During the Holiday Season
    • November
      • Music therapy empowers caregivers
      • The battle continues at home: In home veterans care
    • October
      • A natural caregiver, sharon tworek goes above and beyond
      • Caring hearts memory keepers walk to end alzheimer’s
      • Remembering family with my aunt lucy
    • September
      • Join our caring online community on pinterest
      • Let’s give the victim a voice
    • August
      • Does my loved one need help to stay at home?
      • Cataract awareness and prevention
    • July
      • The importance of taking a breath: How to combat caregiver stress
      • Calm and collected: How a caregiver’s patient nature earned him quarterly honor
      • How you can help with aging independently
    • June
      • Purpose doesn’t retire
      • Top 8 tips to protect seniors from financial abuse
    • May
      • Caring on memorial day by honoring our fallen soldiers
      • In the news: Former english police officer opens florida caring hearts
      • Caring hearts is a caregiver choice top place to work
      • Dedicated caregiver helps virginia family through tough times
      • Show your mom some love on mother’s day
      • 3 tips for living with arthritis
    • April
      • The 5 stages of parkinson’s disease
      • Discussing health and aging issues with your family
      • Parkinson’s disease: It’s more than tremors
    • February
      • Extreme cold poses serious health risks to elderly
      • Infographic: Caregivers Provide the Ongoing Support Seniors Need
    • January
      • 6 ways to love your heart this valentine’s day!
      • 6 Ways to Maintain an Active Lifestyle this Winter
      • Dawn Smart of Barrington, IL Wins Caregiver of the 4th Quarter 2014!
      • Is In-Home Care Needed? How to Recognize the Signs
      • 4 simple questions for a happier life
  • 2013
    • December
      • Music sparks memories in alzheimer’s, dementia patients
    • November
      • Summer gig inspires college student to switch majors
      • Helping veterans get health care they need, deserve
    • October
      • Caregiver inspires clients to live healthier, happier lives
    • September
      • Remembering loved ones lost on 9/11 … today and always
    • August
      • Transitioning roles from parent to adult child – adapting to a reversed way of life
    • July
      • Dealing With Caregiver Burnout
      • July Is National Park and Recreation Month!
      • The Aid & Attendance Benefit for Veterans
      • Is It Time to Consider an Emergency Medical Alert System?
    • June
      • Despite Devastating Loss, Caregiver’s ‘No. 1 Priority Is Well-Being of Her Clients’
      • Caring Hearts Is Raising Awareness for Elderly Abuse & Neglect
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #10: Never Force, Instead Reinforce
    • May
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #9: Never Condescend, Instead Encourage/Praise
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #8: Never Command/Demand, Instead Ask/Model
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #7: Never Say, “You Can’t,” Instead, Do What They Can
    • April
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #6: Never Say, “I Told You,” Instead Repeat/Regroup
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #5: Never Say, “Remember,” Instead Reminisce
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #4: Never Lecture, Instead Reassure
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #3: Never Shame, Instead Distract
      • Alzheimer’s Care Tip #2: Never Reason, Instead Divert
      • Top 10 Tips for Communicating Through Alzheimer’s
    • March
      • When Should Family Caregivers Seek Medical Advice?
      • How to Tell a “Senior Moment” From Alzheimer’s or Dementia
    • February
      • Six Warning Signs of Financial Elder Abuse
      • Caring for Others Carries Mother Through the Loss of Her Son
      • 5 Simple Steps to a Healthier Heart!
      • Four Ways to Protect Seniors From Winter Home Repair Fraud
    • January
      • Home Care Allows Seniors to Age in Place in the Comfort of Home
      • Honoring Caregivers Who Truly Make a Difference!
      • 3 Simple Ways to Organize Your Elder’s Medical Records
  • 2012
    • December
      • Warning Signs of Elderly Depression During the Holidays
      • Tips for Hiring the Right in-Home Caregiver
    • November
      • Cold & Flu Prevention Tips During Holiday Travel
      • Men Can Get Breast Cancer, Too
      • Veterans May Qualify for Aid and Attendance Benefit to Help Pay for Home Care
    • October
      • Caring Hearts & Direct Link Meet America’s Need for Affordable Home Healthcare!
      • Caring Hearts Memory Keepers Walk to Support Alzheimer’s Research!
      • Keep Loved Ones Safe With Our Fire Safety Tips and Factsheet
    • September
      • Prevent Falls With Our Home Safety Checklist!
      • Affordable Home Care Critical to Seniors’ Health and Wellbeing
    • August
      • Saluting Entrepreneurs and Business Owners This Labor Day Weekend!
      • Five Simple Steps to Help Prevent Cataracts as You Age
      • Maintain an Active Lifestyle Now to Enjoy Your Independence as You Age
    • July
      • Heat Tips for the Elderly
      • Celebrate Senior Independence This Fourth of July!
    • June
      • From Daddy’s Little Girl to His Caregiver: A Father’s Day Message
      • Elder Abuse Remains a Hidden Problem
    • May
      • Memorial Day Honors Those Serving to Defend Our Nation’s Freedom & Independence
      • Celebrating Supermoms Around the World This Mother’s Day!
    • April
      • Tips for Coping With Parkinson’s Disease
      • These Days, Home Health Care Enables Seniors to Age in Comfort of Home Longer Than Previously Possible
    • March
      • Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Health Today!
      • Be Proactive in Your Quest for Your Best Self!
    • February
      • Telehealth Monitoring to Fit Active Lifestyles
      • Celebrate the Spirit of Valentine’s Day Year-Round!
      • Keeping Spirits Bright All Winter Long!
    • January
      • Finding Balance as a Family Caregiver
      • Celebrate National Get Organized Month by Pulling Together Family’s Medical Records
  • 2011
    • December
      • Happy New Year!
      • It’s That Time of the Year – Spirits Are Soaring With Excitement and the Start of the New Year Is Just a Blink of the Eye Away!
    • November
      • ‘Forgetting but Never Forgotten’ – Support for Those Living With Alzheimer’s Disease and Their Families.
      • Nonprofit Eases Financial Worries of Cancer Patients
    • October
      • October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
    • September
      • Keep Cool in the Summer Heat
      • Summer Memories & Family Ties
    • July
      • Caring Hearts President Emma Dickison Unveils New Website and Blog
      • Concerned Your Aging Loved One May Need Assistance With Daily Living?
      • As a Family Caregiver, Your Top Priority Should be Yourself
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