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The Benefits of Technology For Seniors Who Want to Age in Place

midnightsuncare — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 16:37:55 +0000

Whether you are attempting to tune a guitar, study a new language, or simply add dogs’ ears to a selfie, there is an app for that! And for seniors who elect to age in place, the benefits of technology are often an essential component in improving safety, comfort, and overall quality of life. Take Amazon’s […]

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Research Shows Top Senior Care Fear: Making a Mistake

midnightsuncare — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 16:00:03 +0000

“Of course Grandpa can move in with me!” Increasingly more family senior care providers are making this noble choice every day, signifying the beginning of lifestyle changes they may only fully understand when immersed in them. And while the rewards of providing care for an older family member are immeasurable, they are not without a […]

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Alcohol Abuse and the Elderly

midnightsuncare — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 19:12:12 +0000

Alcohol – it can be used responsibility but it can also become a major health problem if abused. April is Alcohol Awareness Month and it was established in 1987 to help reduce the stigma often associated with alcoholism. Alcoholism is a chronic, progressive disease, genetically predisposed and fatal if untreated. Millions of Americans suffer from […]

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The Real Cost of Alzheimer’s

midnightsuncare — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 18:54:58 +0000

Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia. Recently the Alzheimer’s Association released its annual report detailing the state of Alzheimer’s in America. The report shows 5.7 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s and its costing Americans $277 billion a year! But that figure isn’t the true cost. Millions of Americans take time away from work […]

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Making sure your important papers are in order

midnightsuncare — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:21:35 +0000

Get Your Important Papers in Order What happens after you die, and end of life care conversations are never fun to have, but they’re very important. It doesn’t matter how old you are – there are certain documents you need to have in place. Without these documents, your family may not carry out your wishes […]

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Caregiver Spotlight: Sharon Ameline

midnightsuncare — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 21:22:12 +0000

MSHC Caregiver Sharon Ameline approaches every day with her clients with one goal in mind, “to make them have a smile every day.” Sharon is MSHC’s longest-serving employee; she’s been with the company for 15 years. “I was like, what do I do for a job,” said Sharon. “I’ve raised four kids, I’ve been a […]

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Honoring our Veterans with Care

midnightsuncare — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 02:04:14 +0000

Every November we celebrate Veterans Day a day meant to honor the men and women who have served in our military. With our neighbors Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, there are many active military professionals and veterans living in our community. These men and women signed up to serve and we believe the least we can do […]

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

midnightsuncare — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 16:32:22 +0000

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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8 Signs That You or Your Loved One Could Suffer a Debilitating Fall

midnightsuncare — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 17:34:41 +0000

September is Fall Prevention Month! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year, one in every three adults aged 65 or older will suffer a fall. It is likely that such a fall will result in moderate to severe injuries, including hip fractures and head trauma. It is also well known […]

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Miriam: Let’s Go!

midnightsuncare — Thu, 29 May 2014 09:35:34 +0000

This month, we are paying tribute to our moms. In many ways, in-home care is about celebrating our elders and what they’ve done in life and continue to do for us, for others and for their communities. More often than not, our mothers play a significant role in how we view the world. We thought […]

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