Perspectives

Technology can be intimidating when there’s so many different products to choose from.  However, technology can also offer a wide range of benefits to seniors. Thanks to new breakthroughs there are many devices and programs out there to help keep older adults safe in their homes. Below we talk about [...]

Many older adults wish to age in the comfort and security of home but understandably both they and their families are uncertain about how to navigate the complexities of sifting through the many options available for care.  Home care has evolved tremendously over the last few years making it more [...]

Charter Oak Home Care is pleased to announce that based on independent surveys of both our caregivers and clients we have received both the 2024 Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice and Employer of Choice Awards from Home Care Pulse (HCP). These awards are granted to the top-ranking [...]

During the Holiday Season there are so many ways to spread holiday cheer without spending money. Just a simple act of kindness, even just saying Happy Holidays to a stranger can  brighten their day.  With all the hustle and bustle of the Holiday season it's important to remember that your [...]

As a Veteran there are many services available that you may not know about. In Connecticut there is a program called the Veterans Directed Care Program ( VDC). This program is set up to give the Veteran access to self direct their homecare needs. This program gives Veterans the help [...]

We were thrilled to be notified that Charter Oak Home Care won a Great Place to Work Award!  This award is given out based on an independently conducted anonymous survey of our entire team comparing our company to thousands of other companies across the nation.  Here is more information about [...]

Parkinson's disease is a progressive disease that attacks the central nervous system caused by degeneration of the nerve cells in the basal ganglia area of the brain. This part of the brain controls messages and movements and is where the chemical dopamine is made. Parkinson's disease affects 10 million people [...]

With Charter Oak Home Care’s birthday coming up in November, we asked company Founder and Chairman Newt Schoenly if he would tell us the story of the company’s founding.  We are grateful for the indelible mark he and his wife Barbara have made on the company and for their continued [...]

As our loved ones age, many have unique challenges that require specialized attention. Caring for a senior can be overwhelming for families, with numerous options and decisions to make. An elder care consultant is a valuable resource, guiding families through the maze of senior care options and offering expert advice [...]

We have seen it before, you receive an email saying that your credit card or bank account has been compromised and that you need to update your login information. Perhaps you have received an urgent call from someone claiming to be from a branch of the government such as the [...]