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World Alzheimer’s Day
September 21st, 2023 is World Alzheimer’s Day. It is a day that is important to us because so many of the individuals and families that Daughter for Hire serves are affected by this disease. Our specially trained care companions have experience in working with clients who have Alzheimer’s disease, and we
Daughter for Hire receives grant from The Genesis Group
Daughter for Hire was so pleased to receive a grant from The Genesis Group Small Business Assistance Program. The grant, sponsored by First Source Federal Credit Union, will be used to fund two Microsoft Surface Pro tablets to help senior clients in the Mohawk Valley stay connected with the world
Denise Flihan receives Women of Distinction Award
It was an honor for Daughter for Hire’s own Denise Flihan to receive the 2023 Women of Distinction Award from Assembly Woman Marianne Buttenschon. Congratulations to Denise and all of the powerful and inspiring women in our community who were also nominated.
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Caregiver Spotlight – Ed
Meet our Caregiver of the Month for the Capital Region, Edward Bolaski. We appreciate Ed because he can always be counted on to help out when he’s able to, and he goes out of his way to ensure the happiness and safety of his clients. Ed is known for his
Caregiver of the Month – Mandy
Daughter For Hire would like to spotlight Caregiver of the Month for the Mohawk Valley Region – Mandy. Mandy has been a caregiver with Daughter for Hire since the beginning of 2021. Her passion is to brighten the days of her clients and they love her for it! Her clients
Care Companion Spotlight – Kim B
Thank you to Kim B., our December Care Companion of the Month, who serves in the Capital Region. Her clients describe her as a breath of fresh air, an amazing listener, patient and a good friend. We love her dependability and her ability to connect with each client she helps. Our clients’
Today is our 10th Anniversary
Daughter for Hire is proud to announce that we have crossed another milestone in the history of our company. This December our company is celebrating 10 years of helping thousands of seniors remain safely and independently in their own homes. What began as a small company with just the founder
Daughter for Hire Celebrates 10 Years of Serving Local Seniors and Their Families
Daughter for Hire is proud to announce that they have reached another milestone in the history of their company. This December, Daughter for Hire is celebrating 10 years of helping thousands of seniors safely remain independent and living in their own homes. They will mark the occasion on Wednesday December
Caregiver Burnout
Being a caregiver can be an exhausting and difficult task. It’s important to recognize caregiver burnout and cope healthily. Understanding caregiver burnout symptoms and coping mechanisms can help make caregiving more enjoyable and fulfilling. About 1 in 3 adults serves as an informal caregiver to another adult, like an aging
Care Companion Spotlight – Amanda
Meet Amanda, a Daughter for Hire care companion since 2021 and our featured employee in this month’s Care Companion Spotlight! Amanda is passionate about helping others and is especially interested in providing compassionate care for the senior population. Often, Amanda’s clients will call Daughter for Hire to express their gratitude
Summer Health Tips for Seniors
Stay Healthy This Summer: Tips For Seniors When the sun is out, so are many seniors. There’s plenty of fun to be had in the summer months but care companions and their seniors also face unique risks. According to the CDC, around 31% of weather-related deaths in the US are
National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Understand the three stages of Alzheimer’s disease and how care companions can help patients in each of these different stages. Alzheimer’s Or Dementia? Alzheimer’s and dementia are often confused and used interchangeably, but they are different. Dementia is an umbrella term that refers to a list of different symptoms, one
Client Testimonial – Marie
“My caregiver Linda brightens my day. There is nothing about her that I would change because she is just perfect! From the first day, she was always accommodating and pleasant. I enjoy it when she comes to visit me because she always has a plan and a smile on her
Quality of Life with Arthritis
It is difficult to watch the ones you love struggle to perform daily tasks that they used to do with ease. However, while arthritis is not curable, there are many options for improving quality of life. There are over 100 variants of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, scleroderma,
Care Companion Spotlight – Gretchen
Meet Gretchen, a Daughter for Hire care companion since 2020 and our featured employee in this month’s Care Companion Spotlight! Gretchen embodies everything that a care compabion should be. She is kind, compassionate, dedicated to helping others, and puts others before herself. To say that she is an asset to
Meditation for Calm and Health
“Meditation is the discovery that the point of life is always arrived at in the immediate moment.” – Alan Watts So much of the lives of our older adults are encompassed with medications and doctor’s visits. They are focused on the stresses of the future and the memories of the past.
Care Companion Spotlight – Joy
Meet Joy, a Daughter for Hire Care Companion since 2019 and our featured employee in this month’s Care Companion Spotlight! Joy has been a care companion with us for almost 3 years. Joy is a genuine, kind, patient and dependable care companion. In talking with her clients, each of them has said how
Laughter is the Best Medicine
We have all heard that sometimes, laughter can be the best medicine. At Daughter for Hire, we believe that this is especially true for our senior population. We can think of no better way to help brighten the day of our senior loved-ones by inserting a little laughter into their
Happy 5th Work Anniversary Kerry!
Five years ago today, our Director of Companion Care for the Capital District, Kerry Ouellette joined Daughter for Hire. To say Kerry made an impact is an understatement. She jumped in with both feet and was instrumental in creating our presence in the Capital District. Kerry took on the role
How to Improve Sleep Patterns
During sleep awareness month, learn what can be done to help seniors establish healthy sleep patterns. Sleep deprivation and other sleep issues can impact senior health significantly. Learn how to improve sleep patterns for seniors. An average of 7.5 to 9 hours of sleep each night is considered healthy for most
Difficult Conversations: Helping An Aging Parent
Having a conversation about declining health with an aging parent can be a very stressful and difficult one. Your parent may not see the need or they might feel uncomfortable with the thought of losing their independence. We have put together a list of tips to help you have a
To Drive or Not to Drive
The dreaded time has come. The time that we all fear, and that signals the end of our independence aswe know it; the possibility of surrendering our driver’s license. Maybe you have had another fender bender, driven through the garage door, received a ticket for driving too slowly, or had
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