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We're ready to inspire more people to care about seniors and senior-related causes. See how a simple letter to a senior can brighten the day for you and the recipient! Join our pen pal campaign to help end senior isolation and loneliness!

COVID-19 has impacted us all differently and researchers are gathering data. You have the opportunity to take part in a global survey focused on the impact of loneliness and isolation during COVID-19. Take the anonymous survey today.

The importance of proper nutrition for older adults cannot be overstated, but for some who live alone, cooking nutritious meals for one can be difficult. Senior care professionals can earn free continuing education credit in our 11/4 American Society on Aging webinar. Join to learn: Causes and warning signs of poor nutrition Potential risks associated with eating alone Nutritional guidelines for older adults Tips and resources for healthy cooking for one... Register below. See more

Use this extra time at home to do a home safety check. Gerontologist and Certified Aging in Place Specialist, April Ibarra walks through the main areas of the house to check, safety hazards to be looking for and how to fix them. Watch now.

Household help can be one of the most beneficial elderly care services. Oxnard, CA families can trust that their elderly loved one has the support of a friendly visitor to help with light cleaning and other household duties when they trust in Home Instead Senior Care. https://www.homeinstead.com//cleaning-is-an-important-comp

Encouraging older adults to practice cyber safety can go a long way toward protecting their identity and sensitive personal information. 6 tips to help keep the senior in your life from being a target online.

Did you know 22% of U.S. adults say they often or always feel lonely? The impact of loneliness on seniors is even higher. In this Hallmark Home & Family segment, learn what you can do at home to brighten an senior's day and get inspired to spread kindness to older adults in your community.

CAREGivers help seniors with social engagement and activities of daily living like meal preparation and household duties. Learn more about becoming a professional caregiver.

There comes a time when many of our loved ones will require senior care. Ventura, CA families deal with the challenges of managing senior care every day, and many people are struggling to care for an elderly loved one completely on their own. https://www.homeinstead.com//tips-for-managing-senior-home

Home Instead and HFC proudly partner together to offer a much-needed grant program that provides free, in-home care relief for families living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. How it works The Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Grant Program provides in-home care, delivered by a highly skilled and trained Home Instead CAREGiver, to give family members caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease a break. Two types of grants are available: ... Recharge Respite Grant - 50 hours of respite care Extended Relief Respite Grant - 6 months of respite care Apply for a grant today https://bit.ly/3lEe3cT

Keeping our aging loved ones well during a global health pandemic is of utmost concern. Asking these 7 questions can help families decide if multigenerational living makes sense and meets everyone's needs.

Physical activities are a vital component of elderly care. Ventura, CA seniors are often not as active as younger adults, and generally tend to have more cardiorespiratory health issues than their younger counterparts. https://www.homeinstead.com//seniors-with-chronic-health-c

Nearly 1 in 4 adults aged 65 and older are considered socially isolated increasing their risk for health issues and lowering their overall quality of life. See how a becoming a pen pal can positively impact an isolated senior’s life.