Elizabeth "Liz" Kennedy: CAREGiver Of The Month For April We are proud to announce our Caregiver of the Month for April is Elizabeth Kennedy. Liz has been with Home Instead Senior Care for almost two years. She has become such an integral part of our company it is hard to believe she has not always been with us. I’m not sure how we ever did without her!
Read moreMom Can't Tie Her Shoes - Coping with Alzheimer's Disease As I watched her sit on the living room sofa, my mind raced back in time. I thought about my mother lovingly teaching me to tie my shoes and how I grasped her hand tightly on my first day of school. I thought about the night I giggled uncontrollably as I told her about my first crush and how she tenderly laced the bodice on my wedding dress on my big day. So many memories. Read moreThe Cost of Cutting Corners Evidence is mounting that seniors are cutting everyday expenses to keep up with the economic downturn and, as a result, are putting themselves at risk. From skipping medications and meals to falling for financial scams and cancelling social outings, local eldercare experts warn families to be on alert and make sure seniors aren't cutting too deeply. Read moreThe Parent Trap: Is it Time for a Senior Home Makeover? There's no doubt where seniors want to live as they age. The majority of seniors polled in recent industry surveys "typically 90 percent" say they want to stay at home. In fact, one recent survey showed that seniors fear loss of independence more than death. But is "home" an accident waiting to happen?
Read more2009 RJ Roper Caregiver Award We are proud to announce one of our caregivers, Doris M. recently was recognized by the Dallas Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association to receive the 2009 RJ Roper Caregiver Award. Read more | 