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Hooray for Peppy!
Please join us in congratulating Perpetua, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Perpetua, known lovingly by her clients as “Peppy”, is a highly skilled Caregiver specializing in Dementia,... Read More »
When to Use Dementia Reality Orientation and When to Let It Go
Dementia reality orientation can help or hurt, depending on how and when it’s used.
Did you ever wake up in the middle of a dream and wonder,... Read More »
How Dementia-Friendly Signs Help Bring the Familiar Back Home
Try these dementia-friendly signs to help someone you love minimize confusion at home.
If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgotten why you’re there, you’ve had... Read More »
The Hidden Truth About Hospital Care at Home and Why You Might Need Backup
Hospital care at home is incredibly helpful, but there are some surprising facts about it that you need to know.
No one wants to linger in a... Read More »
Why Boredom in Dementia Is a Bigger Deal Than You Think and How to Beat It
Boredom in dementia can lead to agitation and anxiety, but the right activities spark joy and connection.
Some pairings just make sense: mac and cheese, peanut butter... Read More »
The Best Adaptive Clothing for Seniors and How It Supports Independence
Choosing the best adaptive clothing for seniors helps preserve comfort, confidence, and independence.
You might not think twice about what it takes to get yourself dressed each... Read More »
Protecting our Seniors!
Protecting our Seniors – Preventing Scams and Elder Financial Abuse
Earlier this week, the Marin IJ ran an article (https://www.marinij.com/2025/05/20/marin-investigators-accuse-suspect-of-scamming-seniors) highlighting a recent Elder Financial Abuse scam. The two victims,... Read More »
When Love Feels Heavy: How to Cope With Spousal Caregiver Resentment
Spousal caregiver resentment can leave you riddled with guilt, but you can overcome it with the right support.
You meant every word of those vows: through sickness... Read More »
THANK YOU Kraig!
The Hired Hands Homecare Team raises our glasses to Kraig, as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We had the pleasure of surprising Kraig while he was on shift... Read More »
How to Handle Repetitive Questions in Dementia Without Losing Your Cool
Repetitive questions in dementia aren’t always easy to manage, but these tips will help.
If you’ve ever heard the same question five times in five minutes from... Read More »
How Dementia Affects the Senses and What You Can Do About It
Find out how dementia affects the senses, how it impacts quality of life, and how you can help someone you love.
When dementia is part of your... Read More »
Grace is a Senior Care ACE!
Please join us in congratulating Grace Q as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
We recently had the pleasure of surprising Grace on shift with her client, Darlene. Both... Read More »
