Tips and Advice for Seniors and Their Families
Six Tips for Managing Seasonal Allergies
Spring is here, with flowers, grass, and for a lot of us, allergies. If you suspect your allergies are getting worse over time, returning after a long break, or starting for the first time, you may be right. One of the ironies of life is...
Getting Educated about Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's Disease is a progressive, irreversible disorder of the brain and the most common form of dementia. The disease affects the cognitive parts of the brain that are involved in thinking, remembering, and using language. It can...
15 Ways Seniors Can Save Money
Seniors are frequently on a fixed income and have a lifestyle that embraces a selection of money-saving options. Hallmark Homecare is one of those options offering a much more affordable solution to in-home care. Hallmark’s specialty is...
A Healthier Heart
February is “Heart Month", so let’s talk about something most of us don't talk about very often.... our heart. Not the most exciting thing you've thought about today, let's admit, but a healthy heart sure is important! To start with the...
Top 10 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults
Happy New Year! It’s not uncommon to hear of health resolutions like exercise more, lose weight, quit smoking or eat healthier. We’ll explore why health goals like these are important to become and stay healthy. So, if one or more of...
What is Hallmark Homecare? How it works…
If you or an aging loved one needs help remaining independent at home, we can find the perfect in-home caregiver for you. Supporting the client-directed model of care (which emphasizes the client’s choice, and the rights of caregivers who...
Home for the Holidays: Evaluating Your Parents’ Well-Being
The holidays are a good time to evaluate a senior loved one’s overall health and independence. Here’s a sample story that can help outline what to look for and how to support your loved one: A daughter visited her parents at Thanksgiving...
A slice of sound advice to go with your pumpkin pie
As the upcoming holiday season nears, many travel plans are being made to visit family and friends. Often times, if you are a child who is caring for an aging loved one from a distance, this is the only time of year you will be able to...
Considerations When Hiring A Caregiver
This article describes the many aspects to consider when looking at finding a caregiver(s) for a loved one. Hallmark Homecare assists families with all of these items to help make the process as easy and as seamless as possible....
WSJ Underscores Hallmark Homecare Advantage
A recent story in The Wall Street Journal sheds further light on one of the many advantages of the Hallmark Homecare model of care: higher caregiver compensation. Caregivers placed by Hallmark Homecare earn on average 30% higher wages...