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World Alzheimer’s Month

Whether it’s a parent, grandparent or relative, most people know someone affected by Alzheimer’s. Today, 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer’s, which is the six-leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. With millions of people either living with Alzheimer’s or watching family members struggle with the […]

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10 Ways We Can Help Expecting and New Moms

Get the nursery ready Many expecting moms experience nesting but may be too exhausted. MSHC will come in remove all the tags and wash all the new baby clothes, help organize the closet and run errands to pick up last minute supplies. Clean the house Relax in the weeks before baby arrives and let MSHC […]

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The Benefits of Breastfeeding

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends mothers exclusively breastfeed their babies for the first six months. Breastfeeding can be hard work and mothers need support but for many women the benefits for both mom and baby, outweigh any obstacles. Nutrition All the vitamins and nutrients babies need for the first six months of life […]

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Ways to Celebrate Senior Citizens Day

In 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5847 declaring August 21 National Senior Citizens Day. The day is meant to recognize the achievements and leadership of seniors, and thank them for all they’ve done. It’s also a day meant to remind people to take care of seniors by providing them with the proper care and […]

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A Caregiver’s Story

Advice For Caring for a Loved One My mother passed away from dementia in 2000, at age 73. After giving birth to my two older brothers, she was thrilled to finally get a daughter. From day one she was looking out for me, I was born five pounds and my mom insisted she stayed in […]

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Release: Midnight Sun Home Care Celebrates 15 Years of Empowering Alaskans

Anchorage, Alaska – Midnight Sun Home Care is celebrating 15 years of providing critical care services for Alaskans. Locally owned and operated, the Anchorage-based, boutique in-home care company was founded on the principles of helping Alaska’s most vulnerable populations. “Midnight Sun Home Care became my passion project 15 years ago because I felt a calling […]

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How to Talk to Your Siblings about Getting Help for Mom and Dad

Watching our parents age can be tough; for many years they were our caregivers and when the roles become reversed it can be a challenging time for everyone. Understanding the level of care they require can be complicated and if there are many opinions involved, deciding on a care plan can feel impossible. Talking to […]

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10 Ways Midnight Sun Home Care Can Help Post-Surgery

Six Hours of Exceptional Care Midnight Sun Home Care (MSHC) offers a post-surgery package of six hours of care for $176, meaning for less than $30 an hour people in recovery can focus on healing while we take care of the rest. It’s a good idea to have help in place because many people don’t […]

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Men’s Health Month – Help Dad Stay Safe This Summer

What better time of year to celebrate Men’s Health Month than when the salmon are running and dad is out enjoying his favorite summer activities. Men’s Health Month is certainly about celebrating the men in our life but more importantly, it aims to keep them healthy by spreading awareness about the importance of preventative care […]

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Avoiding Alzheimer’s - Healthy Habits to Keep Your Brain In Shape

Read Grab the newspaper with your cup of coffee or sit back and enjoy the latest mystery novel. Reading keeps your mind sharp and stimulated, and can ward off dementia. Exercise Staying fit promotes overall wellness but keeping your blood pumping can also keep Alzheimer’s at bay. Increased blood flow to the brain reduces the […]

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