In honor of Veterans Day, SYNERGY HomeCare is showcasing inspirational stories of those who served—from our Franchise Partners to our clients. Last month, Ray, a SYNERGY HomeCare of Woodbury, MN, client, took part in an unforgettable experience. Franchise owner Alicia Harmon and her staff were delighted to support him in a small way. Today, we’re…
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READ MOREStress Busters for Family Caregivers
Caregiving for older loved ones can be taxing on even the most resilient people. That’s why self care is so important—it allows you to reset and restore balance. Looking for a way to recharge? Here are seven stress busters designed for family caregivers. Get active. Any form of exercise from yoga, walking, gardening or riding…
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READ MOREDon’t Be Afraid of Aging, Embrace It!
By Dr. Macie Smith With Halloween around the corner, I want to ask you: Are you spooked by aging? Does the thought of getting older scare you? Do you wish you could mask the tell-tale signs of getting up in years? Does getting older feel more like a trick than a treat? Well, I am…
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READ MORESupport for Our Nation’s Hidden Heroes
If you’re one of the country’s more than 5.5 million Hidden Heroes,—family members caring for veterans and members of our military—you know that caregiving is a full-time job. It’s probably one of the most challenging—and rewarding—roles you’ll ever have. Whether you’re a military spouse caring for an injured service member, an adult child or sibling…
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READ MOREStay Active at Any Age: Your Mindset Matters!
By Dr. Macie Smith Is mindset the key to staying active as you grow older? SYNERGY HomeCare gerontologist Dr. Macie Smith explains why shifting how we think about aging is vital to staying active at any age. As a society, we don’t embrace aging. In fact, we seem to do anything we can to resist…
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READ MOREWhat to Expect As Your Loved One Ages: Four Ways to Start Advance Care Planning
By Dr. Macie Smith When a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s important to start advance care planning as early as possible. Aging expert Dr. Macie Smith offers these tips to get the process started. As I discussed previously, when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it is critical that you take…
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READ MOREPrevent Falls at Home
Fall is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to think about a different type of fall–the dangerous one. As more people over the age of 65 choose to age in place in the comfort of their own home, it’s important to ensure that the home provides a safe environment. Preventing falls is…
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READ MOREWhat to Expect As Your Loved One Ages
By Dr. Macie Smith The doctors have confirmed it: your parent or loved one has a progressive type of dementia. Aging expert Dr. Macie Smith explains why taking a collaborative approach is crucial. When a parent or loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it’s not just an individual disease–it’s a family condition. The road forward…
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READ MORE7 Tips Towards the Journey to Healthy Aging
As the leaves begin to change and a crispness fills the air, September signals the arrival of Healthy Aging Month, a time to celebrate the journey of growing older while embracing a healthy and fulfilling life. To make the most of your journey and to promote healthy aging, it’s important to prioritize your overall physical,…
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READ MOREFour Steps to Person-centered Care for Your Loved One Living With Alzheimer’s
Research shows that taking a person-centered approach to caring for someone with Alzheimer’s enhances quality of life not only for the person living with Alzheimer’s, but for the entire family as well. A person-centered approach to care means focusing on the individual–not their condition. It supports the unique needs of the person receiving care so…
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