Q: What is one’s purpose in life and how can I reconnect to my “purpose” in life now that I’m retired, needing help with activities of daily living and unable to contribute to the world?Purpose, as a noun, is ...Read More
Three area senior living communities have partnered with three area homeless shelters and Freedom Home Care to wrap holiday gifts donated to families experiencing a temporary housing crisis.Gift Wrapping Schedule:New Perspective Senior Living - 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., ...Read More
Q: I’m starting to feel a little overwhelmed. When do I know if it’s time to ask for help in caring for my mom?Most of the time, the point at which we finally accept help caring for a loved ...Read More
A surprising number of aging adults are affected by social isolation. We may not notice unless we look for the problem. Sadly it could be "out of sight, out of mind." According to AARP Foundation's Connect 2 Affect, more ...Read More
Q: I’m taking so many medications and I’m not sure what is what anymore. What can I do to make sure I’m taking them correctly?A: The correct medications are important in our lives and if you are like most ...Read More
Most of the time, the point at which we finally accept help caring for a loved one is long after we realize we need help. Typically a stretched caregiver has far surpassed their limits by the time they reach ...Read More
Q: What are some activities caregivers can do with a loved one as the weather changes and options for outdoor activities are limited?Living in Minnesota comes with the benefit of enjoying four beautiful seasons. However, with the advent of ...Read More
Q: My mom lives in assisted living. Can she still use your home care and case management services?Absolutely! Home Care doesn’t have to just be for people that live in a house. We can help people wherever they call ...Read More
Home care is NOT a beginning to the endMany people are threatened by the mere suggestion they might need care of any kind. They can’t get past the feeling that bringing in an in-home caregiver is the first step ...Read More
Q: A family met together with their father to discuss case management services. He agreed they needed a professional to assist with all of his appointments and his declining health. After meeting with a Freedom Home Care Case Manager ...Read More