Looking for something to do when the kids go back to school?
Have you thought about professional caregiving?
At the Trail Ridge Home Care, we offer flexible schedules that that allow busy moms to make extra money and do meaningful work without missing their kids’ school plays, soccer practice or other family events.
Continue reading Professional Caregiving Is The Perfect Career for Busy Moms
Did you know that loneliness can pose a health risk as deadly as smoking? It’s a growing concern – one that recently was addressed by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy.
“In recent years, about one-in-two adults in America reported experiencing loneliness,” Murthy says in an advisory. “And that was before the COVID-19 pandemic cut off so many of us from friends, loved ones, and support systems.”
Older people are at an increased risk for loneliness and isolation increases for a variety of reasons – driving may no longer possible, mobility issues, chronic illnesses and hearing loss. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Continue reading Sounding the Alarm About Loneliness
Your dad passed away about three months ago, and you’re beginning to realize just how much your mom depended on him.
He did all the driving… now she rarely leaves her home.
He was the cook… now her most of her meals come out of the microwave.
He did the laundry… now she sometimes wears the same outfit day after day.
You know she needs help, but she doesn’t want to leave the home she shared with her husband for more than 60 years.
“This is a very common situation,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations director at Trail Ridge Home Care’s partner, the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “It’s completely understandable that mom or dad wants to remain in the family home – especially after the loss of a spouse. Thankfully, they don’t always need to move to assisted living to get the help they need. Families now have options to help their aging loved ones live safely in their homes for as long as possible – including enlisting the help of a professional caregiver.”
New Trail Ridge Home Care Director, Jessica Hiles, was in Omaha, NE last week with the Home Care Advocacy Network (HCAN) team. Jessica and the HCAN team take a deep dive into implementing a comprehensive program that offers multiple levels of service to seniors in the Sioux Falls area. Jessica states, “Helping clients and families understand the choices available to them and the benefits of home care are essential to developing a comfortable and beneficial relationship”.
Trail Ridge Home Care enables seniors to have Trail Ridge Senior Living Community quality care and support they have come to rely on and trust, in the comfort of their own home. The new services offer seniors and families a variety of supportive home care services to those who wish to remain independent, safe and healthy living in their own home.
Trail Ridge Home Care’s parent company American Baptist Homes of the Midwest (ABHM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Annette Greely as the new President and Chief Executive Officer. Annette is stepping into the role of retiring CEO, Jeff Hongslo. Annette brings more than 20 years progressive leadership to ABHM with extensive experience in home and community-based services, adult day care, senior housing, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing care. Annette most recently held the position of CEO at Jones Harrison Senior Living, located in Minneapolis, MN.
Annette states, “I look forward to my new role as CEO at ABHM. Over the next several weeks I plan to visit each community and get to know the staff and residents that make each ABHM community unique.” Ms. Greely also holds a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and Master’s degree in Gerontology.
Eden Prairie, MN based ABHM would like to thank Mr. Jeff Hongslo for his twenty years of service to the organization and recognize his steady leadership as ABHM navigated the global pandemic.
All of ABHM looks forward to Annette’s leadership and as she continues ABHM’s 93-year tradition of providing quality housing and health care services to seniors and families.
American Baptist Homes of the Midwest is a not-for-profit provider of senior living and health care since 1930.
Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease actually begins 20 or more years before memory loss and other symptoms develop?
“Most people know that Alzheimer’s is a cruel disease, but there’s a lot about the disease that people don’t understand,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations manager at Trail Ridge Home Care’s partner, the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, so we’re joining other organizations to educate people about Alzheimer’s and share information about available resources and support.” Continue reading Alzheimer’s Disease By The Numbers
Did you know that arthritis isn’t a single disease? The term actually refers to joint pain or joint disease, and there are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions.
May is recognized annually as Arthritis Awareness Month – an opportunity for us to join the Arthritis Foundation and other organizations to share information about arthritis and ways you can treat or manage it.
Here are some fast facts from the Arthritis Foundation: Continue reading Fast Facts About Arthritis
Healthy aging includes healthy vision.
May is Healthy Vision Month – a great time to learn about common age-related eye problems and what you can do to prevent them.
According to the American Optometric Association, the risk of developing eye diseases significantly increases after age 65. The most common age-related vision diseases include:
Whether it’s tending a large vegetable plot, working in a community garden, or planting a few potted pansies, gardening can do wonders for a senior’s overall health and well-being.
More Than A Hobby
“For many seniors, gardening is much more than a hobby. Being outdoors and digging in the dirt is a great way for seniors to improve their physical and emotional health,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations manager at Trail Ridge Home Care’s partner, the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “With a little help, even seniors with limited space, mobility, or other aging struggles can enjoy the benefits of gardening.”
Here are a few ways your aging loved ones can benefit from gardening:
Continue reading Senior Green Thumbs – The Benefits of Gardening
Are you thinking about a career in health care?
Would you like to gain valuable experience while completing your education?
If so, professional caregiving might be the job for you.
“Caregiving is the perfect job for busy students – especially those who working toward a career as a nurse, physical therapist or other health care occupations,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations manager at Trail Ridge Home Care’s partner, the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN). “At HCAN, we understand that it’s not possible for students to maintain a 9-5, Monday through Friday work schedule. We offer flexible hours so we can accommodate students’ hectic schedules, while still providing our clients with exceptional care.”