Home Care Matters

Evening is a challenging time for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia and for their caregivers. As you wrap up the day, changes in routine or the increase in activity as you prepare for bedtime can create feelings of anxiety in your loved one. In some cases, those...

One of the most difficult things about watching a parent age is realizing that they can’t remember things the way they used to. Memory challenges may start small at first, but if your loved one has Alzheimer’s or dementia, those challenges can eventually make it...

As your loved one ages, a power of attorney is an important part of making sure you have a plan in place for long-term care. While this is a vital consideration, it can also be a confusing one. You may have questions about what a power of attorney is, when it may be...

Has your loved one been diagnosed with a degenerative disorder like ALS or Parkinson’s disease? Understanding the degenerative disorder meaning can feel overwhelming during such an uncertain time. You may have many questions about what to expect and how the future may...

When a loved one receives an ALS diagnosis, the entire family faces challenges that can affect every aspect of daily living. These challenges create stress for everyone involved: for your family member as they learn to adjust to new physical restrictions, for...

If your senior loved one experienced a fall, began choking while eating, or suffered a heart attack would you know how to help them while waiting for emergency personnel to arrive? CPR, AED, and First Aid training can give the skills and knowledge you need to be...

If your loved one has experienced a stroke, you may be facing many months or years of recovery time. Depending on the severity of the stroke, your family member may experience temporary muscle weakness, paralysis of one side of the body, or difficulty speaking. These...

We are thrilled to share with you that Cherished Companions was featured in the latest issue of the Geauga Business Magazine as a recipient of the 2018 Best of Home Care - Leader in Excellence Award! Both the award and our selection for the magazine demonstrate our...

Alzheimer’s isn’t a solitary disease. It affects the entire family. As your senior loved one experiences the changes associated with Alzheimer’s, you and your family members will also experience frequent stresses and emotional ups and downs. Caring for someone with...

If your mom or dad has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you probably have many questions about what to expect and how to give them the best care. The type of care your loved one needs likely will depend on whether they are dealing with early, middle, or...

Did you know that Cherished Companions is an accredited Better Business Bureau member with an A+ rating? As the gold standard for promoting integrity in the business world, the Better Business Bureau gives customers and clients peace of mind that they are working with...

One of the most difficult conversations families face as their loved ones age is the potential need for hospice care. This discussion brings with it many emotional, financial, and logistical concerns, and for this reason it is helpful to think through a potential care...

As people age, their bodies begin to slow down. Limitations caused by health conditions or social isolation can contribute to feelings of loneliness, sadness, and boredom as seniors find themselves confined to their homes or unable to do the things they enjoy without...

Has your mom or dad begun to experience difficulty with things like walking, driving, or remembering to take medication? Have you noticed that their home isn’t as clean as it used to be or that they have expired food in the pantry? These are some of the signs that...

Watching a loved one age is a difficult experience. As daily activities become more challenging, your family member may need additional help to continue living at home. Home care is one of the ways you can provide assistance with daily needs such as meal planning and...

Is your senior mom or dad struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep? Do they wake up very early in the morning or have difficulty staying awake during the day? These problems grow more common as people age, but that doesn’t mean they’re easy to deal with. Sleep...

Watching your mom or dad age is never easy. But as daily tasks and activities become increasingly difficult, one of the best ways you can help your loved one maintain independence is to partner with a compassionate, professional in-home caregiver. Choosing the right...

If your mom or dad experienced a medical emergency, would they know how to get help? Would you know where to find their insurance cards and medication information? We don’t often think about the things we might need at the hospital when our loved ones are in good...

Cherished Companions Home Care Agency is proud to announce that we are the recipient of the Home Care Pulse 2018 Leader in Excellence, Provider of Choice, and Employer of Choice awards for home care agencies in the United States. Only a select few home care agencies...

The snow, cold temperatures, and icy roads that winter brings to Ohio can cause frustrations for most people. But for seniors, these hazards are more than merely frustrating; they carry significant health and safety risks. Elderly parents or family members require a...

Has your elderly parent experienced a fall? Falls are one of the most common causes of hospitalization for elderly people, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t frightening. Ohio’s icy winters can increase the risk of falling outdoors, and falls can also occur as a result...

As individuals with Alzheimer’s progress to the late stage of the disease, family members will notice some significant changes in their loved one’s ability to perform basic functions such as eating, walking, and personal care. Your mom or dad has likely needed...

The middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease brings significant changes for the individual, their families and caregivers. During the early stages of the disease, your loved one experienced increasing difficulty with remembering words, names, and new information. In the...

Watching a beloved parent begin to struggle with the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease can be extremely difficult. Most people experience a wide range of emotions, from sadness to frustration to fear. Still, knowing what to expect and how to support your loved one...

When your senior loved one experiences an illness or injury that sends them to the hospital, life changes quickly. Their bones and bodies take longer to heal than they once did and that means that even after they have been released from the hospital, the healing...

Sudden illness requiring a hospital stay is never on anyone’s schedule, especially when it happens to your Mom or Dad. The number one thing on everyone’s mind is how soon your loved one can head home. But first, there are a lot of questions that need to be answered....

As people age, they become more susceptible to health risks, falls, and age-related illnesses. One study found that the number of elderly people visiting the emergency room has increased by over 30% in the last ten years. As your loved one’s health advocate, it’s...