Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Jan 15, 2016 | Articles, August - September 2014, Giving Care
Have you heard that laughter is the best medicine? Well, it’s no joke. Our bodies love laughter! When we laugh out loud we create a positive energy that makes us feel less grumpy, happier and more content with our life. As we age, we are often faced with many...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Giving Care, June - July 2015
Summer and family fun is right around the corner! More sunshine not only makes the great outdoors more inviting, but increased UV rays and heat also create a few risks. Seniors don’t “feel the heat” the way younger people do and might not be aware of the risks of high...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Apr 1, 2015 | April - May 2015, Articles, Giving Care
The American Red Cross, featured in this issue of Generations Magazine, is a historic organization that has served our country for more than 134 years. Not only does Red Cross provide assistance during crises, but it also educates the public on disaster preparedness....
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Feb 1, 2015 | Articles, February - March 2015, Giving Care
Do you have so many medications that you feel you can’t manage them all? We call this “the medication blues.” Keeping your prescriptions straight, organizing pills or disposing of unused meds, can be truly overwhelming. The first step to cure the medication blues is...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Dec 1, 2014 | Articles, December - January 2015, Giving Care
Dignity is vital to self worth throughout our lifetime; in the later stages of life, preserving a sense of respect and honoring the individual is especially important. Rarely will anyone argue this point. However, unless careful planning and clear communication is...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Oct 1, 2014 | Articles, Giving Care, October - November 2014
Let’s make Thanksgiving the day we celebrate Elder Wisdom by asking older people to tell us their advice for living. Our society portrays older persons as sick, frail, unproductive, and even the culprits for busting the federal budget. We have become segregated by age...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Jun 1, 2014 | Articles, Giving Care, June - July 2014
When we celebrate the 4th of july with family, friends, food and fireworks, it is a time to remember what it means to be free. With many of our aging, recuperating or ill ‘ohana, independence means being able to receive quality care in the privacy and comfort of their...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Apr 1, 2014 | April - May 2014, Articles, Health
In today’s information age we are inundated with material on what to eat and what not to eat. This can be confusing for seniors with changing dietary needs due to advancing age or illness. As we age, many changes to our bodies occur that can impact our nutritional...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Feb 1, 2014 | Articles, February - March 2014, Living Life
Skin is our body’s largest organ, and it’s exposed to all the elements of our environment and lifestyles. As we age, our skin becomes dryer and thinner, which can lead to skin breakdown, especially with an immobilized person. Skin breakdown occurs when there is...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Dec 1, 2013 | Articles, December - January 2014, Giving Care
Caring for stroke survivors at home can be overwhelming for anyone. Getting outside help from home care agencies can make a difference in your ability to balance your life with your loved one’s needs. Ask the following questions to find a trustworthy company with...
Teri Bruesehoff, CEO, HiHomeCare (The Hawaii Group subsidiary) | Oct 1, 2013 | Articles, Giving Care, October - November 2013
It’s only natural to want to stay at home. So being informed about good caregivers and their services can enrich your home experience by making everyday tasks a little easier and safer. The services you need depends on your and health strategies and type of support,...