Springtime has finally arrived. We are all so excited to see new growth in the grass, trees, and flowers, not to mention sunshine and warmer weather! Unfortunately, the bright beauty of spring comes with a price: allergies. Mold, pollen, and ragweed are not only a problem outside, but they’re also sneaky little troublemakers, always finding
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Houseplants 101: The Benefits and Best Options
When it comes to one’s healing, health and happiness, houseplants are a pretty powerful force, especially for those who spend a great deal at time in the home or are homebound. No longer just pretty décor, plants, ferns and flowers have found their way into many seniors’ overall care plans. While their main job is
Read MoreTake a Stand Against Stroke
Seniors in St. Louis need home health care services for any number of reasons, but one of the most preventable is stroke. Each year, 795,000 Americans will suffer a stroke, and for the thousands who do survive, the road to recovery can be a long one as many patients work to overcome limited mobility, speech and swallowing
Read MoreSix Ways to Honor Memorial Day With the Seniors in Your Life
For those members of the Greatest Generation and their children, the Baby Boomers who are entering their own golden years, Memorial Day holds a special place in their hearts. If they didn’t serve themselves, there’s a good chance their spouse or their parent did. In fact, 50 percent of U.S. veterans are age 65 or older. Giving
Read MoreEight Things We Love About Caregivers
For many people, Valentine’s Day is when you show the special person in your life just how much you care for them. However, as a round-the-clock caregiver, you demonstrate true love each and every day, giving your whole heart and full attention to the person who needs you the most. This holiday, we want to
Read MoreMeet Deanna Rice, the MAHC Paraprofessional Caregiver of the Year
We have exciting news! Recently, one of our very own team members received a prestigious and well-deserved award. Last week, our team traveled to Tan-Tar-A Resort in the Ozarks for the Missouri Alliance for Home Care (MAHC) Annual Conference. There, Deanna Rice received the MAHC Paraprofessional Caregiver of the Year Award. We simply couldn’t be
Read MoreHelp Your Loved One With Alexa
The Amazon Echo is showing up in more homes every day. Since it responds to voice, it is a great addition to a seniors’ home as it does not require a screen or any buttons to mess with and confuse people. Below find some ideas on how this technology can help you and your loved one. Alexa
Read MoreUnexpected Facts About Caring for Someone With Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s is heartbreaking. It is irreversible and progressive, and it slowly destroys the memory and thinking process of the individual. Recent studies reveal that more than 5.5 million American citizens have it and it is ranked as the 6th leading cause of death in the US. It severely alters the life of the person who has
Read MoreEarly Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease
There are 5.7 million people in the United States living with Alzheimer’s Disease, an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. This heartbreaking disease not only robs people of their quality of life, it is also the sixth leading cause of death. Recently, researchers released
Read MoreAccuCare Owner Featured on Mich Mash Podcast
AccuCare owner Jacque Phillips was recently interviewed on the podcast Mich Mash! Listen to her story and some of the great insights she has into helping people live a better life. Mich: Right? Jacque: Sometimes you just need a little touch to remain independent. Mich: Right. Jacque: Sometimes you need somebody just to heat up
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