Embracing Each Day: A Right at Home Agency Owner Lives With MS
March 23, 2023
Family & Loved Ones
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, created to bring awareness to the condition and the challenges faced by those with MS. We took the opportunity to catch up with a Right at Home agency owner who is thriving as she lives a full, active life; runs a business; and manages her MS.
Mindfulness and Self-Care Are Vital for Senior Caregivers
March 21, 2023
Caregiving
Family caregivers can help ensure their well-being while stressed with the care of a loved one. Being mindful, engaging in activities that bring joy, and attending to their own health can go a long way toward that.
Hearing Aids Could Cut Dementia Risk
March 14, 2023
Health & Safety
A study showed that moderate hearing loss tripled the risk for dementia. But the use of hearing aids could cut that risk. Read on to learn how.
Thinking Outside The Box To Attract Workers
March 10, 2023
To combat the workforce shortage in Iowa, the governor has created several state-funded grants to benefit businesses in their recruiting and hiring of new employees. One such grant is being used by the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) at Iowa State University in Ames, IA. Right at Home Cedar Rapids has been fortunate enough to receive this grant.
Seniors and Crafting: Grab Your Glue Stick and Boost Your Brain Power
March 09, 2023
Family & Loved Ones
Research shows that crafting offers seniors several health benefits, including reducing depression and loss of cognition and increasing general feelings of happiness and accomplishment. Here are some ideas for crafting projects you can easily take on.
5 Tips for Your Next Doctor Appointment
March 07, 2023
Health & Safety
The time you get one-on-one with your physician is valuable. Use these tips to make the most of the opportunity to discuss your health.
Looking to the Future, and for More Caregivers
March 06, 2023
On March 1st, Kristin Woodland, our recruiter, spoke with a number of high school students at the Future Ready Youth Job Fair held at the Kirkwood Community College Linn County Regional Center in Hiawatha, IA.
Never Enough Nurses, We're Hiring Now!
March 06, 2023
Finding caregivers can be challenging, but finding nurses is even more so. Right at Home Cedar Rapids is currently looking for nurses to provide in-home care for seniors in our community. We recently visited a nursing and allied health fair and will be at more in the coming months.
How Sleep Affects Heart Health
March 02, 2023
Health & Safety
Sleep has a surprising effect on your overall heart health, and not getting enough of it increases your risk for heart disease. Read these tips to ensure you are not sleeping on your well-being.
Older Adults and the Internet: The Good and The Bad
February 28, 2023
Family & Loved Ones
If you think older adults are not using the internet, you are wrong. They are, and they’re using it for many different things. But, like anything, too much can be harmful. Read on for the facts.
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