Caregiver Spotlight - Kim B.

Dec 29, 2022 - Thank you to Kim B., our December Caregiver 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’ families appreciate the peace of mind that Kim provides, along with her regular communication about their family members. All comments on Kim point to an individual who is tailor-made to work with our seniors. Thank you for your service Kim!

Today is our 10th Anniversary!

Dec 5, 2022 - 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 as the only caregiver has grown to over 65 caregivers assisting hundreds of clients and serving 7 counties throughout the Mohawk Valley and the Capital District.

Daughter for Hire Celebrates 10 Years of Serving Local Seniors and Their Families

Nov 30, 2022 - 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 7th at 11:00am at their Clinton office and headquarters. The public is invited to attend and a reception will follow.

Caregiver Burnout Signs and Coping Tips

Aug 31, 2022 - 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.

Caregiver Spotlight: Amanda

Aug 17, 2022 - Meet Amanda, a Daughter for Hire caregiver since 2021 and our featured employee in this month’s Caregiver Spotlight! Amanda is passionate about helping others and is especially interested in providing compassionate care for the senior population.

Summer Health Tips for Seniors

Jul 25, 2022 - When the sun is out, so are many seniors. There’s plenty of fun to be had in the summer months but caregivers and their seniors also face unique risks.

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month: What Caregivers Should Know

Jun 17, 2022 - Understand the three stages of Alzheimer’s disease and how caregivers can help patients in each of these different stages.

Client Testimonial - Marie

May 10, 2022 - "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 face. I am very comfortable with Linda and I am happy to open my door to her!"

Quality of Life with Arthritis

May 3, 2022 - 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.

Caregiver Spotlight: Gretchen

Apr 28, 2022 - Meet Gretchen, a Daughter for Hire caregiver since 2020 and our featured employee in this month’s Caregiver Spotlight! Gretchen embodies everything that a caregiver should be. She is kind, compassionate, dedicated to helping others, and puts others before herself. To say that she is an asset to our team is an understatement.

Meditation for Calm and Health

Apr 8, 2022 - 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. Meditation is an activity that helps them learn how to be themselves in the moment, costs nothing, and can bring enormous health benefits.

Difficult Conversations: Helping an Aging Parent

Jun 4, 2018 - Having a conversation about declining health with an aging parent can be a very stressful and difficult one. We have put together a list of tips to help you have a positive, successful discussion with your parent about their health and future.

To Drive or Not To Drive

Aug 1, 2017 - The dreaded time has come. The time that we all fear, and that signals the end of our independence as we know it; the possibility of surrendering our driver’s license.

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