A Heartfelt Prayer for Nurses During Nurses Week 2022

A Heartfelt Prayer for Nurses During Nurses Week 2022

Nurses Week is celebrated from May 6th to May 12th this year.  As we tip-toe into this third spring of the pandemic, I hope we all have a greater appreciation of nurses. We do not know if a new wave is headed our direction, but it will be health care professionals, primarily nurses, that help…

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Twelve (12) Springtime Activities for Caregivers and Seniors to Enjoy and Reduce Stress

Twelve (12) Springtime Activities for Caregivers and Seniors to Enjoy and Reduce Stress

We are entering the third spring in which the pandemic is part of our current reality. We have just come out of a very serious wave these past winter months. It is important that senior and caregivers use caution in pursuing spring activities. Caregivers and seniors should look for opportunities to build relaxing activities into…

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SIX (6) ST. LOUIS DESTINATIONS THAT SENIORS MIGHT ENJOY THIS UPCOMING SPRING & SUMMER!

Senior Couple Outdoors

Spring weather and the end of mandatory masking has made many in our area eager to get outside and resume favorite activities that COVID brought to a halt for so long.  There are so many destinations in St. Louis that offer opportunities for seniors to enjoy our area.  The following are just a few venues,…

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Ten (10) Tips to Keep Seniors and Caregivers Safe as the Omicron Variant Wanes in St. Louis, MO

The St. Louis region and Missouri experienced a major battle against the Omicron variant during the recent months of December and January. The virus was definitely winning in many of those weeks and days. We experienced a significant increase in persons testing positive, in hospitalizations and in deaths from the virus. Hospitals were full, waits…

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Thirty (30) Self-Care Tips to Help for Seniors and Caregivers Fight the Winter Blues in this Extended Pandemic

Winter - Elderly couple walking in the park

The pandemic started in February 2020. We are in the third winter season of COVID -19 pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, winter was acknowledged as a season that could bring about what is known as the “winter blues.”  With the addition of the pandemic, which has gone on and on, the feeling of the winter…

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The Ultimate Guide for Paying for Home Care Services in St. Louis, MO in 2022

You have many options to pay for home care services in St. Louis, MO.  Some of your best options are listed below!   What type of Home Care Does Medicare Cover? Medicare pays for forty-one (41) percent of home care services. Medicare is the federally funded health insurance available to individuals that are 65 or older.  Medicare currently…

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Six (6) Ways to Say “Thank You” to a Caregiver for Valentine’s Day

Six (6) Ways to Say “Thank You” to a Caregiver for Valentine’s Day

You and millions of family members across America may have a primary family or professional caregiver that assist a special loved one by providing caregiving on a daily basis. Millions of family caregivers and professional caregivers provide care on a daily basis for our family members. Seventy (70) million of them are family caregivers. Many…

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Family Caregivers are the Real Valentines and Caregiving Takes Real Heart

Caregivers Valentine Heart

Valentine’s Day will be celebrated on February 14th.  The most recognizable visual of Valentine’s Day is the red heart. I have been a family caregiver. I own an agency that provides assistance to family caregivers. I want to honor family and professional caregivers across America on this Valentine’s Day.  I know that caregiving takes real heart and true…

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12 Tips for Caregivers and Seniors on How to Stay Safe and in Shape Like a Winter Olympian during the Pandemic

Indoor-Exercises-for-Seniors-to-Enjoy-During-Winter-Olympics

Stay in shape like a Winter Olympian!  The 2022 Bejing Winter Olympics will start on February 3rd and last through February 20th.  I love the Olympics! I look forward to watching figure skating, cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, ski jumping, ice hockey, bobsledding, snowboarding, curling, speed skating and more.   On top of being the Founder…

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