January 4, 2013

New Year’s Resolution: Get Organized

Another popular New Year’s resolution is to be more organized. Being organized can make life less stressful, save time and money, and even benefit your health. […]
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December 14, 2012

Stroke Warning Signs – Become Familiar with FAST

Sometimes the need for a caregiver happens due to a sudden occurrence, rather than a gradual loss of senses. Even the most active and independent senior […]
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November 14, 2012

6 Winter Fall Prevention Tips

Our clients receiving home care in Portland Maine know a thing or two about icy, slippery conditions. As the temperature drops here in New England the […]
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November 9, 2012

Starting the Long-Term Care Conversation

The majority of us will need long-term care as we enter our senior years. Bringing up the topic of our health care wishes can be uncomfortable […]
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October 31, 2012

Storm Preparedness

In the aftermath of a storm such as Sandy, we often think about how we can be better prepared in the event we should have a […]
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September 14, 2012

Promoting Brain Power in Your Later Years

It is easy to fall into a routine of endless TV watching, napping and unhealthy eating for elderly men and women who have long since retired […]
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June 29, 2012

Find Respite Care to Avoid Caregiver Burnout

Care giving can be a rewarding, yet demanding job. Caring for a loved one can end up taking a toll on the amount of time you devote […]
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June 20, 2012

6 Benefits of In-Home Care

If you are reading this blog, you are probably in the midst of researching home care services. Finding the right care for yourself or a family […]
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February 1, 2012

Home Care Tips

Are you caring for a home bound elderly loved one? You are not alone. 80% of caregivers are unpaid family members of home bound individuals. MAS Home Care […]
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