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StaffLink is a private duty nursing and home care agency in St. Louis, MO. We service private pay, Medicaid, and
veteran clients. Our blog provides information and resources to our home care clients in the St. Louis region. We also
provide information, resources, and tips to family and professional caregivers across the United States and world.
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StaffLink Blog
2w ago
The United States population that is over 65 years of age will grow from just under 50 million to nearly 90-100 million in the next 30 years! Currently, nearly 10,000 baby boomers a day turn 65 years old. This is going to continue for the next 30 years. These numbers will have a significant impact on family caregiving. Here are eight (8) 2025…
The post Eight (8) 2025 Resolutions for Caregivers first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more
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2M ago
Maintain current connections with friends and family. Make the effort to stay connected to those already in your life. If possible, call friends and schedule coffee or lunch. Pick up the phone and call one person per day for a short conversation. Who haven’t you talked to for a while? This week I intentionally reached…
The post Ten (10) Tips for Caregivers and Seniors to Combat Loneliness and Isolation Over the Holidays (and Beyond…) first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more
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3M ago
This article is addressed to seniors, those who interact with seniors, and those who will live long enough to become seniors themselves – in other words, all of us. It was inspired by a line in the new Matlock series with Kathy Bates that I will paraphrase: “Funny thing happens when people age. We can…
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4M ago
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, kicking off the holiday season! Soon, we’ll be diving into days filled with eating, drinking, and celebrating—temptations at every turn. If you are in charge of cooking or selecting the items for the meal here are seven (7) tips for making the healthiest meal. Purchase fresh items versus canned…
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4M ago
As we age we are at higher risk of falling. Causes can vary but can include diseases and conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, vision, thyroid, nerve, blood pressure, osteoporosis, foot pain, inner ear problems, dizziness and balance issues, along with loss of muscle mass and weak core issues and possible medicine side effects.…
The post 6 Exercises for Seniors to Start Improving Balance and Reduce Fall Risk first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more
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5M ago
The ranks of family caregivers continue to grow. Caregivers are often “sandwich generation” caregivers. They are taking care of family members on both ends of the spectrum. They are providing care to school-age children and to their aging parents. There are nearly 70 million family caregivers in America. Family caregiving is an essential part of …
The post Ten (10) Relaxing Autumn Activities Seniors and Family Caregivers first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more
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6M ago
Eating an adequate amount of fresh and raw fruits and vegetables is essential to staying healthy, active, and independent. If you are a senior, you should make sure you are getting enough raw and fresh fruits and vegetables. If you are a caregiver assisting a senior with their diet, make sure you are including an adequate…
The post Eight (8) Reasons for Seniors to Eat More Fresh Fruits and Vegetables first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more
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6M ago
St. Louis is blessed with a plethora of neighborhood farmers’ markets where seniors and their caregivers can find recently harvested fruits and vegetables. Most are open through October. One or two are open throughout the year. Happy shopping! Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market – Alton Main Street (downtownalton.com) Arnold Farmers Market – The City of…
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6M ago
As we age our needs can change. Where do we go for answers in finding information and resources? A good place to start is to contact one of Missouri’s 10 Area Agencies on Aging, also referred to as AAAs. To find the agency in your area you can call the Missouri Senior Resource Line toll-free…
The post Questions About Aging: Here Are Two (2) Missouri Resources first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more
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10M ago
Sleep is a part of our entire lives and is often taken for granted until sleep issues occur. All adults need the same amount of sleep (7-9 hours/night). However, as we age, falling asleep and/or staying asleep can become a nightly battle. Knowing what is actually occurring during sleep makes it even more important to…
The post The 4 Stages of Sleep and Their Importance As We Age first appeared on Home Care in St. Louis by StaffLink | Senior Care | Home Health Care ..read more