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One of the challenges of Father’s Day is finding a present that will show your elderly father that you care. At Home Care Assistance, a leading provider of high-quality senior home care Anchorage families can count on, our caregivers have picked up some wonderful Father’s Day gift ideas over the years. If you’re trying to find a gift that will delight your aging father, read on for a few recommendations. Tablets and Cellphones A tablet with Skype capabilities or a prepaid cellphone can be two gifts rolled in one. You guys can enjoy one another’s company while you teach him the basics of his new tablet or cellphone. Start a text message conversation or Skype session with a loved one…

Though many options are available for providing care to an aging loved one, it can be challenging to decide which avenue will be the best fit for your relative and your family. Understanding what kinds of assistance home care agencies, Anchorage Home Care Assistance, offer is important step in deciding whether it will work for your loved one. Family Caregiver Assistance Many family members like to be their loved one’s caregiver, but doing so can eventually become overwhelming. A professional caregiver can offer a period of respite for the family caregiver, or take over as the full-time caregiver. One-on-One Care Home care is the right alternative for your relative if you prioritize having one-on-one care. With home care your loved…

Most seniors want to continue living in their own home, even after they have begun experiencing notable changes in memory, overall cognitive functioning, and mobility. They value their independence and often fear losing it. While this choice might cause concern among family members, Anchorage Home Care Assistance shares a few things that families can do to support aging adults in their decision to age in place. Why Aging in Place Might be Best In many instances, aging in place is the safest and most cost-effective option available to seniors. They do not have to entrust their safety and wellbeing to strangers by moving into live-in care facilities. More importantly, they can continue enjoying the resources they already have. By maintaining a…