For older adults, falls can be incredibly serious. Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall, and one out of every four Americans …
New Research Reiterates the Amazing Power of Having a Senior Companion
At Companions for Seniors, we’re truly passionate about providing care for the elderly. Our caregivers stand apart because of the joy they take in helping others. We don’t view caring …
Preparing to Age In Place as an ‘Elder Orphan’ or ‘Solo Ager’
Baby boomers are truly the generation that changed the world. From revolutionizing music and art, to taking the political reins, boomers have left an indelible stamp on America. For many …
Five Hearty, Healthy Fall Foods for Seniors
Here in Chicago, fall is truly a special time. The leaves on the trees slowly transform, turning vibrant shades of red and gold. The heat and humidity of the summer …
Helping a Senior Loved One Manage Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the most common health problems impacting older adults, and one of the most serious. For seniors, diabetes often requires close attention and thoughtful treatment from medical …
How Family Caregivers Can Emotionally Prepare for Home Care
Here in the Chicago area and around the country, millions of adults are taking on the responsibility of caring for a parent or older relative – usually, while also shouldering …
How Can I Help My Older Parent Stay In Their Own Home for Longer?
When you were growing up, your mom and dad were the amazing superheroes who put you on the school bus, let you run and play outdoors, and then made sure …
Busting Five Common Home Care Myths
Did you know that roughly 90% of adults over 65 say that they want to remain in their own home as they age, for as long as possible? Home care …
How Family Caregivers Can Reclaim Their Personal Time for Work and Family
According to recent statistics, about one out of eight American adults between the ages of 40 and 60 cares directly for an aging parent. Among this group of caregivers, about …
Assisting a Senior Before and After Surgery
Surgery is a fact of life for older adults. Every year, millions of seniors go into the hospital for major and minor surgeries, ranging from joint replacement operations to heart …
Five Great Games to Play With Your Elderly Loved Ones
Never underestimate the power of a good game! For seniors, playing fun, low-impact brain games can be a great way to stay sharp and alert over time. In fact, studies …
Positive New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
The end of one year and the start of another can be hectic, especially for family caregivers. This time of year means holiday celebrations to plan for, family gatherings to …
Preparing for a Healthy, Fulfilling Thanksgiving
What’s your favorite thing about Thanksgiving? Is it the food? The chance to catch up with your friends and family? Or is it the football and fall fun that get …
Five Amazing Ways That Staying Social Can Help Seniors Stay Healthy
Over time, it can be harder for older adults to connect with others and keep up their social lives, as changing health factors and relationships take an effect. Changes to …
What Sets Our Caregivers Apart?
What makes a great caregiver? As you look into the many avenues out there to provide care for your aging loved ones, this is probably a question that has come …
How Do I Take Care of the People Who Took Care of Me?
Our population is getting older, as many adults know all too well. Every day, 10,000 people in the U.S. turn 65. The AARP projects that by 2050, 55 million adults …
Is There a Benefit to Owning a Pet for Seniors?
If you’ve spent any time on social media over the past few years, you’ve probably noticed that at least half of it is now given over to adorable pictures and …
How to Get Started Finding a Caregiver
Finding a caregiver for your elderly loved one can be one of the most important steps you ever take. Getting them companionship and support can help them live life independently, …
How to Help Your Elderly Parents With Meal Prep
For older adults, failing to eat properly can be a major warning sign of an underlying health issue. And for caregivers, it can be hard to watch as your parent …
Using Art to Connect
At Companions for Seniors, we believe art is an important part of self-expression. Many of us realize this at an early age with finger paints and crayons but as we …
The Importance of Finding a Trained, Bonded Caregiver
It’s a big step to invite a professional caregiver into the home of your aging loved one. It’s very different than having someone stop by to deliver food, say, or …
Caregiver’s Need To Be Healthy Too
I think that it is important for a caregiver to take care of themselves as well as the client. Nobody can take good care of others if they are not …
Inspiration for Companions
I have always wanted to work with the elderly. Ever since I was a boy, I would gravitate towards older people. I found them fascinating, funny, wise, and (mostly) open …