Home Care Matters

Social distancing, quarantine, masks, and disinfecting surfaces—COVID-19 has placed us all in unusual circumstances these days. If you or someone you love is over the age of 65, concerns about contracting the coronavirus are even more urgent. According to the Centers...

To stop the spread of the Coronavirus, many people are practicing social distancing. The elderly in isolation are especially affected by this situation. Without visits from family members, get-togethers with friends, or even access to non-essential doctor...

As our nation struggles with the Coronavirus, we are keenly aware of the vulnerability of our caregiving clients and caregivers. Cherished Companions cares about our community, particularly the older and medically fragile. To fight COVID-19, we’re taking precautions...

Are you looking for a career where you can make a tangible difference in someone’s life? Caring for an elderly person or someone with a disability is one of the most rewarding careers you can choose. That’s why we refer to caregiving as a career with heart. We believe...

Diabetes is a complex disease. More than 30 million Americans live with its symptoms and complications, and another 1.5 million are diagnosed every year. Type 2 diabetes is the type that most frequently affects middle-aged and older people and it is common among...

When you walk into a patient’s home, you don’t always know what kind of reception you’re going to get. Will the patient be glad to see you? Will they know who you are? Will they be irritable, uncooperative, and frustrated? Perhaps the most challenging patients to deal...

Telephone scams. Investment schemes. Phishing emails. Five million seniors are financially exploited by scammers every year, to the tune of over $36 billion. Many times family members don’t know what’s happening until their loved ones begin asking to borrow money, and...

Caring for someone with dementia can be intimidating. Progressive memory loss and changes in mood or personality can make it difficult to communicate or to perform daily tasks. If you care for someone with dementia, it is important to understand what the condition...

Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease creates unique challenges, especially as the disease progresses. Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonism (the presence of Parkinson’s-like symptoms that are caused by another condition) result from a loss of nerve cells that...

Caregiver Professional Cleveland is a high calling. At Cherished Companions, we view our role as a mission, not just a job, and we’re always looking for caregivers who share our commitment to quality compassionate care. If you share that vision, a profession in...

When summer arrives with its backyard barbecues and lazy Saturday afternoons by the pool, it’s easy to forget that hot weather can be dangerous, especially for seniors. People over the age of sixty-five are more prone to dehydration and heat stroke, and their bodies...

Did you know that exercise is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health as you age? According to the Center for Disease Control, exercise can reduce your risk of developing high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and colon cancer, and it...

According to the National Council on Aging, 10 million older adults are at risk of hunger and many also face the possibility of malnutrition. While many factors contribute to the problem, one reason seniors don’t get the nutrition they need is that their needs,...

Do you have a senior friend or loved one who is in the hospital or recovering from injury or illness at home? In these situations, people often feel isolated and alone because they can’t get out and do the things they enjoy. One way to send a little extra cheer your...

Every year, over one million people suffer heart attacks in the United States. Heart attacks are critical emergencies that require immediate medical attention, and they are frightening. But what happens after a heart attack? Once you are well enough to come home,...

Most of us know what it’s like to experience the calming effect of a beloved pet. Whether it’s hugging your dog at the end of a long day or sitting quietly and watching a beautiful tank of tropical fish, pets help us relax and they promote positive feelings. For...

Are you concerned that you may be experiencing hearing loss? Have your friends and family members commented that your television is too loud, or does it sound like other people are always mumbling? If so, you are not alone. Hearing loss is a common experience for...

Caring for a loved one who has a disability can be a rewarding experience, but it can also present many challenges. These challenges range from day-to-day needs like moving around the house or managing personal care to emotional struggles such as loneliness or stress....

Strokes are frightening events both for the person experiencing them and for their family and loved ones. Because they happen quickly and without warning, it may seem difficult to know whether you are at risk and what to do if someone you love experiences a stroke. A...

Do you have elderly parents or loved ones living alone? While it’s important to make sure they are safe and healthy all year long, bitter winter weather heightens safety concerns because elderly people face higher risks of illness and injury this time of year. Icy...

If you have a parent or loved one who has contracted sepsis, then you know how frightening that diagnosis can be. Sepsis isn’t as commonly understood as other medical conditions like heart attacks and strokes, but it carries just as much risk, especially for the...

If you are a senior providing care for your spouse, you are not alone. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, more than a third of the 40 million caregivers in the U.S. are over the age of 65. Many of those caregivers are facing some physical challenges...

Flu may seem like no big deal for younger people, but in elderly adults it can be life-threatening. One of the best ways to prevent and treat flu is to educate yourself about how the flu spreads, learn what you can do to reduce your loved one’s risk, and make sure...

Did you know that January is glaucoma awareness month? Glaucoma is a serious condition that can cause blindness if left untreated, and the risk of experiencing it increases as people age. Because vision loss due to glaucoma can’t be recovered, it’s vital that you know...

When you get ready to leave the hospital after a surgery or illness, you may still have a significant amount of recovery ahead of you. Even if you stay in a rehab facility for a week or two before going home, it probably won’t be as easy to get around on your own as...