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This article shares ways to prevent and reduce future outburst behaviors with elders with dementia. Click on the link below to read more! https://dailycaring.com/14-ways-of-dealing-with-aggressive-behavior-in-dementia/?fbclid=IwAR3Y7olE93o7Mptmxy1TwA6VycnLF_h0SprNsNhecXumlTVhYlgKDhCHY7E

This article provides 3 mobility devices that can help a senior in your life stay independent while being safely mobile, click the link below to read more!  https://dailycaring.com/3-mobility-devices-for-seniors-that-improve-safety-and-independence/

This article provides tips on how to prevent injuries or fall risks from occurring while encouraging independence for seniors. Please click the link below to read more on the article. https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/home-safety-tips

Now that we have approaching the winter months that can make life challenging for anyone. Clink the link below to read this article for tips below for preventing common cold weather dangers to older adults. https://www.care.com/c/stories/5447/winter-safety-tips-for-seniors/?fbclid=IwAR2jZiE9RYbZxswzMr5CTUz44IqwnF98ms4bmReoZfKEaKssU7WzeA8AXNI

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family from all of us at Charter Oak Home Care! Watch our Christmas Card video by clicking the link below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHbf_DneQy8

This article shares helpful tips for avoiding a cold and the flu and also how to ease symptoms. Click the link below to read more. https://dailycaring.com/16-cold-and-flu-prevention-tips-for-seniors-and-caregivers/?fbclid=IwAR2QGm--5HvrVAiRMJF3ZCNulOJ8j7YXlsnpbcqNAjeO-XI2FUGlyMOCil4

It may seem easy to ignore some symptoms or attribute them to aging, but a new symptom might be an early sign of a serious health problem. This article explains which symptoms should be taken seriously and why they should be, to learn more click on the link below. https://www.healthline.com/health/senior-health-symptoms?fbclid=IwAR31cDhSURsxziUsRzMUXzzHgiizVkBrJH5KxAie3cnZzPq6K2q9hNVIxwE

Congratulations to our wonderful caregiver Paul for receiving the Alzheimer’s Association of CT’s Excellence in Caregiving Award for his work with our clients.  Congratulations on this well deserved award Paul!

This article provides information to help with understanding some of the common first aid medical situations that older adults face and how you can help prepare for possible emergencies. Click the link below to read the article.  https://www.healthline.com/health/first-aid/first-aid-for-seniors?fbclid=IwAR1Mb02AAxwpw7teNw067fCNpAlKFNKUf-n0yi9QLA1KPwTdB_3LB9LIPNg

This article shares simple ways to strengthen your immune system and prevent health complications, click the link below to read more. https://www.healthline.com/health/flu/boost-immune-system-over-65?fbclid=IwAR39c_DFQwiExnH26LEanzf-k0_Q-EzDwr5Lfu_MyiBad5egxPJ4q5FLQRo