We definitely live in a world where everyone is using some form of social media on a daily basis. It's now estimated that every generation between the ages of 7 and 90 are logging into social media sites every single day. Some of our clients come to us and express concern about their aging parents and grandparents being accessible on social media, especially with so many potential scams happening and the increased negativity. While we certainly agree that monitoring use for o

Sometimes our loved ones may not be able to travel easily without a wheelchair or extra assistance, or perhaps they have Alzheimer's disease, heart problems or other conditions. These challenges can make vacations and travel bit more complicated, but that doesn't mean you should forego those special plans or cancel them altogether. We've put together some tips on how to travel safely with your seniors or elderly loved ones. 1. Get Doctor Approval First The first and most impo

Whether your loved one has Alzheimers disease, a heart condition, Parkinson's Disease or another condition, there may come a time when your family has the conversation about placing them into a care facility instead of continuing care at home. Although we encourage keeping your loved one at home as long as possible, and therefore provide extensive services to help make that possible, we know what a tough decision this can be for all families. Here are a few points to consider

Valentine's Day is coming up this week, which is why we are talking all things LOVE! It doesn't matter if you're married, single, widowed or whatever, the opportunity to show love is always important. Love isn't always the romantic kind, either. In fact, there are many ways we can spread the love in our world. We want to challenge you to do ta few of these intentional acts of love this month and watch what happens in your life! You just might be surprised how amazing it truly

It's a new year, and that means many are posting their larger-than-life dreams and goals and lofty lists of resolutions. From desires to lose weight and get in shape, to becoming financially independent and free of debt, we see it all in our news feeds daily. But what if there was a better way to approach this new year idea? Many of our treasured clients admit to having regrets as they have gotten older, and they open up and share with our trusted Kind Companions. What we hea

The holiday music is blaring throughout the grocery stores and echoes throughout malls across the country. Everywhere we look we are bombarded with reminders of the number of "shopping days" left until the big holiday. Another invite to a holiday gathering, another gift to buy, another event we need to attend, and the list of things to do just keeps getting longer and longer. With the busiest weeks of the year approaching, here a few reminders to help you control that chaos b

Technically, fall is supposed to take place next week. If you live in Texas, like we do, the temperatures are still pretty unbearable, so the word 'fall' feels a bit mismatched. Even so, we wanted to share a few lessons that the fall trees can teach us about life: 1. Even Great Things Change Every year we watch the trees outside the windows of the Kind Companions office turn different colors and eventually the leaves fall and the trees become bare. It takes just a few months

Managing conflict in families is probably one of the most common challenges we all face. From sibling rivalry to money disputes and more, our families are often caught in the crossfire when two relatives have a disagreement. Although it's probably more often viewed as a normal way of life for many, it certainly doesn't have to be. Here are a few ideas of how to manage and prevent family conflict from getting out of control. 1. Have Family Meetings Often A great way to prevent

With hotter and hotter temperatures, summer can be dangerous for many, especially those with compromised immune systems or chronic illness. Although there are lots of fun activities outdoors to enjoy, be sure to take precautions when taking the elderly or chronically ill outside. We've put together a few helpful tips for keeping your loved ones safe in the hot, summer temperatures, both at home and outside and prevent heat exhaustion. 1. Wear Sunscreen We highly recommend all

Summer is in full swing all around us. The temperatures are heating up, the kids are all out of school, and travel agents are busy planning getaways and family vacations. But if you're a family caregiver or someone with a loved one suffering from a chronic illness or other health challenges, planning a week-long trip across the country or overseas may not be possible at this time. Although it can feel like you're the only one unable to travel, studies show you certainly aren'

Caring for loved ones dealing with Alzheimer's or Dementia can be challenging if your home is not appropriately protected. A safe home can be a safe haven for those battling memory loss or issues getting around on their own. Here are a few tips on how to protect your home and your loved ones: 1. Install or plug-in night lights. 2. Use a monitoring device to alert you for falls or emergencies. 3. Pick up lightweight rugs, and make sure to secure any rugs. 4. If there are porta

You may have noticed the weather has started to change in many parts of the country. In Denton, Texas (where Kind Companions is based) the birds are chirping, the trees are blooming, and temperatures are starting to rise into the 70's! We have been eagerly awaiting the pretty weather, after what seemed like weeks and weeks of darkness, rain and frigid temperatures. Some of us go through dark times. In fact, for most of us, it's inevitable that we will struggle at times. It's

The month of February is upon us already, which means everyone is going to be talking about LOVE! This month, we want to encourage our caregivers, family and friends to choose love for themselves. We tend to go overboard around Valentine's Day. We buy the overpriced roses and heart-shaped chocolate boxes, and somehow walk out of the drugstore with a $5.00 greeting card. But often times, the person who needs the most love is ourselves. If you are a family caregiver, you know t

Planning for holiday travel or activities with loved ones who are ill or have a chronic disease can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Many of our clients are able to travel with or without their loved ones during this busy season, and we are proud to help you plan for success either way. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you enter the holiday season: 1. Traveling with your loved one who suffers from Alzheimer's or Dementia may not be realistic without

A client of ours contacted us several months ago about scheduling some daytime companionship for her mother. She has Alzheimer's and has been struggling for several years to maintain her lifestyle and stay in her home. After a scary incident at home, her daughter made the decision to move in with her mom permanently to take over her care herself, but utilizing Kind Companions to fill in the gaps when she went to work in the mornings and ran errands, doctor appointments, etc.

First of all, we understand how difficult it can be to juggle it all. From finding the time to shuffle kids or grandkids to soccer practice and dance lessons to squeezing in grocery shopping and running to the post office, we are all wearing many hats. Add on the additional responsibility of caring for an aging parent or loved one, and life gets downright hectic and overwhelming. In the midst of trying to stay afloat and balancing it all, we tend to neglect ourselves and do w

It’s no secret that our aging parents and grandparents want to stay in their current home as long as possible. But before making that decision to keep your loved one at home, consider these 5 issues: 1. Is The Home Safe? Falls are one of the major causes for rapid decline in our seniors. It is often the precipitating event that may force a transition into a long-term care facility. Falls can be prevented, though. For instance, taking steps such as removing unneeded throw rugs