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24 Hour Home Care Services for Seniors: What It Is, When You Need It, and What to Expect
There is a moment that many families describe in almost exactly the same way. It usually happens after a hospital discharge, or maybe after a
You Can’t Rationalize with a Broken Brain
A Conversation with the Co-Founder of Living with Dementia, Sheila Ohstrom At Daughter for Hire, we believe that some of the most valuable lessons in
In-Home Caregiving for Seniors
What We Do. How We Help. It can be tough to know where to begin when we start to see signs of decline in our
Denise Flihan Leads Daughter for Hire with Compassion and Purpose
As we look toward the future of Daughter for Hire, we want to take a moment to celebrate someone you’ve known and trusted for over
Kathleen Rutishauser, Founder of Daughter for Hire, Announces Retirement
After years of supporting seniors and families across New York, Rutishauser reflects on a legacy of compassion and community care. After more than a decade
Nursing Home or Home Care? How Families Decide What’s Best
When a loved one begins to struggle with daily tasks, the conversation often jumps straight to the biggest, most stressful question: Is it time for
Cooking For One: A Recipe for Caregivers
Caring for an aging parent or loved one? One way to show love is through nourishing, easy-to-enjoy meals. Cooking for one doesn’t have to mean
Daughter for Hire Orlando Review
We’re honored to share this heartfelt review from a family we support in Oviedo, Florida. From the thoughtful matching process to the meaningful connection between
How Caregivers for the Elderly Make a Difference at Home
As our loved ones age, their desire to remain in the comfort of their own homes often remains unchanged. What does change, however, is their
Seeing the Signs: When Your Aging Parent Might Need a Little Extra Support at Home from a Care Companion
Watching a parent age isn’t easy—especially when you start noticing things that make you worry. Are they eating as well as they used to? Are
Daughter for Hire Opens in Greenville, SC
For Immediate Release: Daughter for Hire Opens in Greenville, SC, Bringing Compassionate In-Home Respite Care to Local Families Across Six Counties Greenville, SC – February
Cold Weather Safety Tips for Seniors and Caregivers
Winters in the northern states are notorious for their chill as the lake effect snow settles in from the west. With decreased temperatures and increased
Daughter for Hire Now Assisting Seniors in Saratoga!
Daughter for Hire Saratoga featured on News Channel 13! “We help seniors age in place in their home as long as possible” says Laurie Abele,
Abby Giannatelli receives prestigious Pride of Workmanship Award from Rotary Club of Utica
We are so excited to share that our very own Abby Giannatelli was honored yesterday with the prestigious Pride of Workmanship Award from the Rotary
Tips for caring for aging loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
We know that caring for an aging loved one can be a difficult and lonely road. That road can be even more difficult if the
Finding Relief with Respite Care
How Respite Care Helps You Care for Your Loved One—and Yourself Caring for an aging loved one can be an incredibly meaningful experience—but it can
Creative Activities for Seniors and Caregivers
The treasure of time well spent together: There’s a common misconception that caregivers are only there to support seniors with their basic needs—tasks like getting
Technology Tools for Seniors Aging in Place
Embracing technology can be intimidating for some, but in the case of seniors aging in place in the comfort of their own homes, it can
Puzzles for Brain Health
Did you know that simple puzzles like crosswords and word searches can be a fun and effective way to help seniors stay sharp and engaged?
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
Embracing Independent Living
At Daughter for Hire, we understand the importance of independence and the desire your elderly relatives have to continue living in the comfort of their
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
Companions for Seniors: The Power of In-Home Caregiving
As our loved ones age, maintaining their independence becomes increasingly important. At Daughter for Hire, we recognize the significance of preserving seniors’ autonomy while ensuring
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
See Our New Commercial!
Daughter For Hire gives your family peace of mind, and make it possible for seniors to age in place with the compassion, attention, and devotion of
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
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
Senior 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
Summer Health Tips for Seniors
Summertime Senior Health: Tips For Seniors When the sun is out, so are many seniors. There’s plenty of fun to be had in the summer
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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