Posts by Gauthier Family Home Care
Caregiver of the Month March 2024
Caregiver of the Month March 2024 Please help us to congratulate Kim Doyle as we honor her as our March Caregiver of the Month! Kim has been with Gauthier since 2017. Kim has been such a great addition to Gauthier! She is such a go getter and makes sure that her clients have everything that…
Read MoreWhat Seniors Need to Know About Shingles: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Our bodies are increasingly vulnerable as we get older to a number of illnesses, including shingles. The varicella-zoster virus, which is also the cause of chickenpox, is what causes shingles, also known as herpes zoster. Although shingles can strike anyone at any age, it most commonly strikes seniors. Maintaining seniors’ health and wellbeing requires an…
Read MoreTailoring Post-Hospital Care for Senior Needs: A Guide to Personalized Recovery
A hospital stay can be scary for everyone, but it becomes even more upsetting for seniors, especially as they plan their return home. Personalized care becomes essential for the best recovery for seniors moving from the hospital to their homes, as every person has different obstacles to overcome. In this article, we discuss the value…
Read MoreFebruary National Library Lovers Month, Why Reading Is Healthy
As you get older you need to find ways to keep your brain sharp and your mind active. One of the best ways to do that is by reading books every month. This doesn’t mean you have to commit to ten books a month. But by having a goal of 1-2 books per month you…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month February 2024
Caregiver of the Month February 2024 Please help us to congratulate Tamela Mecum as we honor her as our February Caregiver of the Month! Tamela has been with Gauthier Family Home Care for 11 years. During this time, she has shown us time and time again what an incredible addition to this team she really…
Read MoreSix Ideas to Enhance Senior Social Wellness
Maintaining social connections is more important for seniors than ever before. But it also becomes more difficult. There are tons of reasons that’s true, and any of them could be affecting seniors at any given time. One solution is to work with companion care at home to find as many ways as possible to help…
Read MoreWhy Seniors Should Focus on Eating More Turmeric
You may know that diet is essential, but with all of the misinformation online, it can be hard to know which foods or even herbs to focus on. The truth is there are tons of health benefits to eating herbs like turmeric, but you will always need to ask a doctor to ensure no side…
Read MoreHelping Senior Loved Ones Manage Diabetes
Did you know over 25% of seniors over 65 have diabetes? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), age is a high-risk factor for type 2 diabetes, the most common illness.
Read MoreFive Benefits of Art Therapy for Seniors
Art Therapy Benefits for Seniors Art therapy involves using art materials and techniques to create works of art. Just as children benefit from art therapy, seniors can also reap significant rewards from this practice. While formal art therapy programs are available, family caregivers can also set up their own version of art therapy for their…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Care: Navigating Anger in Seniors with Alzheimer’s
How Do You Deal with the Constant Anger from a Parent with Alzheimer’s? A lot of symptoms can be part of the Alzheimer’s universe. When an aging loved one -be it a parent, spouse, friend, neighbor, sibling, or someone else you know so well- is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, you’ll likely go through a period of…
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