This holiday season, Wendy and her caregiver, Danielle, are grateful for the gift of each other’s companionship. Within just a few moments of meeting Danielle, Wendy knew she’d be the perfect caregiver. “She walked through the door with an awesome smile, and I felt like she was the one,” Wendy said. “We just seemed to […]
Moving around can a bit more challenging later in life. The risk of injury increases, even for simple daily routines like getting out of bed and walking to the bathroom. Senior Home Companions can lend a helping hand! Caregivers can be a great resource when it comes to reducing the risk of falls and other […]
Denice has been with Senior Home Companions for nearly four years, serving clients and the community in Lee and Charlotte Counties. Denice was drawn to Senior Home Companions because of the compassionate care that she saw its clients receiving. “My most memorable moment was when I had the amazing opportunity to be trained by someone […]
Having been a part of the Senior Home Companions team for more than 20 years, Gloria Jacobs was most impressed with the opportunity it gave her to help people. Milestone birthdays are ones to remember and Gloria goes to great lengths to make sure clients are celebrated the way they deserve. She recalls one birthday […]
We all have a lot to look forward to in the coming weeks. The time for pumpkin picking and trick-or-treating is just around the corner. Unfortunately, so is flu season. The Center for Disease Control recommends getting the flu shot by the end of October. Recent studies show that the vaccine reduces the risk of […]
For more than two decades, Carrie Cermak has been the beacon of light at Senior Home Companions as its administrator. From assisting with its expansion throughout Florida to daily displays of compassion, Carrie does it all. “I have enjoyed being a part of the growth of Senior Home Companions to where it is today. I […]
Seniors with dementia face many obstacles that make daily life difficult. Here are some simple tips to help them over those hurdles and lighten their loads. Use bright colors: Seniors with dementia often have difficulty visually distinguishing objects. For example, lightly colored food — grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, etc. — blends together on their plate. Serving […]
Is it time to have “the talk” with your aging parents? Are they in need of help but having trouble letting go of their independence? Most parents want to stay at home as long as possible and remain in control of their lives. The thought of having outside help could make them feel like they […]
Caring for someone with memory loss — especially a loved one — is no easy feat. It can be painful to see them undergo personality changes and experience difficulty doing simple tasks. An individual can live with dementia for five to 10 years or more — progressing through a gradual decline in cognitive function, followed […]
Michael Lamkin loves to see people smile. For the past three years, he’s been bringing joy to the lives of seniors and their families. As Director of Business Development at SHC, Michael works closely with clients in pairing them with the right caregiver support solutions and providing the best customer service experience possible. “My job […]
