Age Related Balance Issues Can Be Improved

Age Related Balance Issues Can Be Improved

About 35% of adults over 40 experience some balance or dizziness issues. Logically, the percentage will increase as we age and the consequences of falling can be very serious- such as a broken hip or other bone or head injuries. As with most health matters, prevention is very important. If you are having changes in…

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Four (4) Thoughtful Ways to Say “Thank You” to a Caregiver During the Thanksgiving Holiday

Four (4) Thoughful Ways to Say “Thank You” to a Caregiver During the Thanksgiving Holiday

“What am I thankful for this Thanksgiving holiday?” You and millions of individuals and family members across America will answer that it is for a family or professional caregiver that helps provide assistance to a dear loved one. Millions of family and professional caregivers provide care on a daily basis for our family members. Seventy…

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Senior Resource Options (SRO) Presented “Tips to Protect Yourself from Senior Fraud” at Chesterfield Mall

Tips to Protect Yourself from Senior Fraud

On Tuesday, August 9th, Senior Resource Options (SRO) presented an educational program, “Tips to Protect Yourself from Senior Fraud.”  We presented the program in conjunction with the City of Chesterfield at their Senior Center in Chesterfield Mall.  We presented the program earlier this year in March in St. Charles County. Senior Resource Options (SRO) is…

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StaffLink President Attends August Home Care Owner’s Meeting

StaffLink President Attended August Home Care Owner’s Meeting

Topic: Difference Between Hospice & Palliative Care StaffLink’s Founder and President, Gretchen Curry, attended the August St. Louis home care and medical staffing agencies owners’ meeting. This group meets every other month to discuss local, state, and national industry trends, news and topics of interest. The August  meeting was held at Crossroads Hospice in Chesterfield.…

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Tips to Avoid Caregiver Fraud and Theft

Tips to Avoid Caregiver Fraud and Theft

StaffLink has been providing services in the St. Louis region for over 35 years.  Our Founder and President, Gretchen Curry, has been in the industry for 38 years.  Here are a few things she has learned through the years. When hiring a caregiver through an agency or individually consider the following: If Hiring An Agency…

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Keeping Seniors Independent As We Celebrate Independence Day 2022!

Keeping Seniors Independent As We Celebrate Independence Day 2022!

Ninety (90) percent of seniors want to “age in place” at home as they grow older. Staying independent at home may become challenging if a senior is starting to experience challenges in performing “activities of daily living” (ADLs). In order to “age in place”, a senior may need to consider contracting for services to assist…

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Eight (8) Cool Indoor Things for St. Louis Caregivers and Seniors to Do When It Is Hot Outdoors

Eight (8) Cool Indoor Things for St. Louis Caregivers and Seniors to Do When It Is Hot Outdoors

The St. Louis heat arrived before the summer of 2022 officially arrived. Our region has experienced multiple days of temperatures above 90, 95 and close to 100 degrees. The sun has been searing and the humidity sweltering. Here are a few pointers to survive the hottest days of summer. *Drink plenty of water. *Avoid long…

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Missouri Medicaid In-Home Care Hourly Reimbursement Rates May be Increasing in July 2022

Missouri Medicaid In-Home Care Hourly Reimbursement Rates May be Increasing in July 2022

We have received word that the hourly reimbursement rate for Missouri Medicaid in-home care will increase significantly. This is breaking news! This is really good news! This is BIG news! StaffLink has been servicing Medicaid recipients for nearly 35 years. Our clients and employees live throughout St. Louis City, County, and in Jefferson and St.…

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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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Senior Resource Options (SRO) Starts Educational Programs for 2022

Senior Resource Options (SRO) Starts Educational Programs for 2022

Senior Resource Options (SRO) is a group of professionals that service seniors. Our Founder and President, Gretchen Curry, is a founding member of Senior Resource Options (SRO).  StaffLink is the only home care and private duty agency that is a member of Senior Resource Options (SRO). Besides our President, current members of SRO are Bruce…

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