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Female Right at Home caregiver pushing a male Right at Home client in a wheelchair outside Female Right at Home caregiver pushing a male Right at Home client in a wheelchair outside

Sunburn Safety for Seniors
July 08, 2025 Health & Safety
Did you know older adults are more prone to sunburns, and that they can take longer to heal? Right at Home Merrillville, IN explains the health risks of sunburn and tips to prevent sunburns for seniors.
Senior female client sitting at a table outside holding an orange talking to a female Right at Home caregiver Senior female client sitting at a table outside holding an orange talking to a female Right at Home caregiver

Communication Strategies for People with Aphasia
June 24, 2025 Caregiving | Family & Loved Ones
Aphasia is a language disorder that can affect speaking, understanding, reading, or writing—sometimes all of the above. Right at Home Merrillville, IN helps provide communication strategies for people living with Aphasia. 
Senior female client stuffing envelopes at the kitchen table while a female Right at Home caregiver is helping Senior female client stuffing envelopes at the kitchen table while a female Right at Home caregiver is helping

The Critical Role Caregivers Play in Preventing Elder Abuse
June 10, 2025 Family & Loved Ones | Health & Safety
Elder abuse can take many forms: physical harm, emotional mistreatment, financial exploitation, neglect, or even abandonment. Right at Home Merrillville, IN caregivers could be the first line of defense when it comes to recognizing, reporting, and preventing elder abuse.
Senior female client walking down stairs with help from female right at home caregiver Senior female client walking down stairs with help from female right at home caregiver

How Home Care Helps Older Adults Manage Arthritis Pain
May 27, 2025 Family & Loved Ones | Health & Safety
Arthritis is a common source of chronic pain for many older adults. Learn how Right at Home Merrillville supports our clients in staying active and independent, even with arthritis.
Male Right at Home caregiver standing next to male senior client using a walker outside looking at cacti on a sunny day. Male Right at Home caregiver standing next to male senior client using a walker outside looking at cacti on a sunny day.

Recognizing the Signs of Stroke in Older Adults
May 13, 2025 Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
Did you know that nearly three-quarters of strokes occur in people over the age of 65? Right at Home Merrillville, IN helps you recognize the signs of stroke in older adults.
A female Right at Home caregiver and senior male client are walking two small dogs outside A female Right at Home caregiver and senior male client are walking two small dogs outside

Why Every Step Counts: Easy Ways for Older Adults to Stay Active
April 22, 2025 Family & Loved Ones | Life Planning
Discover easy ways for older adults to stay active and improve their health. Right at Home Merrillville, IN helps you learn why every step counts and how simple changes can reduce the risk of serious health conditions. Celebrate National Walking Day with practical tips to get moving!
A male Right at Home caregiver helping plan out a senior female client set her medications for the week at the kitchen table A male Right at Home caregiver helping plan out a senior female client set her medications for the week at the kitchen table

Medication Safety Tips for Older Adults
April 08, 2025
Discover essential medication safety tips for older adults in and around Merrillville, IN to manage prescriptions effectively and prevent health risks. Learn how to organize medications, set reminders, store drugs properly, and avoid dangerous interactions.
A senior male client sitting on the edge of a bed alone A senior male client sitting on the edge of a bed alone

Creating a Sleep-Friendly Environment for Older Adults
March 25, 2025 Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
Right at Home Merrillville helps you discover essential tips for creating a sleep-friendly environment for older adults. Learn how to improve sleep hygiene, enhance cognitive function, and boost overall health with practical strategies for better sleep.
A female Right at Home caregiver giving a senior female medication reminders at the kitchen table A female Right at Home caregiver giving a senior female medication reminders at the kitchen table

Caring for Someone with Diabetes
March 11, 2025 Caregiving | Family & Loved Ones
More than 25% of U.S. adults aged 65+ have diabetes, and family caregivers are the unsung heroes supporting them every day. Right at Home Merrillville helps you learn how small, thoughtful changes can empower caregivers and foster an environment of hope, health, and resilience.
A female senior is looking at photo album with her two adult daughters and a female caregiver from Right at Home A female senior is looking at photo album with her two adult daughters and a female caregiver from Right at Home

Dementia and Alzheimer's: Tailored Care for Your Loved Ones
July 26, 2024
Right at Home knows that understanding the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's is crucial to tailoring effective care plans and support strategies. Both conditions can have profound effects on memory, thinking, and daily living, but knowing their distinctions can help in providing the best, personal care.
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