Published News Articles

Holiday Check-Ups - Are Mom and Dad Okay?
St. Louis, MO (December 6, 2006) - "Over the River and Through the Woods..." As families gather for the holidays, many will overlook their parents' behavior, thinking that it is a senior moment or normal aging, when in fact, there may be a reason for concern. "We find that if people recognize areas where a loved one may be struggling, families can take the necessary steps to obtain assistance," says Julie Beckwith, President of Home Helpers St Louis, an industry leader offering non-medical care services, similar to what is often supplied by family members...
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Caregiving - What's Love got to do with it? Everything!
(St. Louis, MO - Feb 9, 2007)- How did you spend this past Valentine's Day? In addition to chocolate, roses or love, did you think about caregiving? Isn't caregiving all about love - providing loving and compassionate care for an aging parent or ill spouse?...
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Home Safety For Senior Adults
Dear Home Helpers,
Can you advise me in what I need to do to make sure Dad is safe in his home? I am afraid he might fall and he mentioned having some trouble reaching things because of his arthritis...
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Why Me?
Dear Home Helpers,
My mother has a disabling and progressive disease and she can not be left alone. I have had to take time off work to take care of her needs and now have the added responsibility of taking care of her house, errands and all aspects of her care. I am about to lose my job and emotionally I am at the breaking point...
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Elder Abuse
The holidays will be here soon and with all the activity many of you will be focusing on entertaining, travel, shopping, and family togetherness. The elderly often become targets of exploitation and abuse during this time and with all that is going on, it's easy to overlook or be in denial when the situation is right in front of you...
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