CARE resource articles

What Does it Really Mean to Be a Caregiver? At ameriCARE, the cornerstone to our care model is seeking out dedicated, compassionate, and capable caregivers who are called to help others and then connecting them with people in need of support throughout our communities. It takes the right kind [...]

Over the years, we’ve talked a lot about the different ways we can help people stay independent longer. We have a number of articles and resources dedicated to educating the public on how best to prepare for aging in place and how to get support. But today, we want [...]

Stay Alert, Act Quickly, Save Lives It’s summer which means we get to spend extra time outside in the sunshine! But with higher temperatures and more sun comes the risk of heat-related illness. Join our care team as we review heat-related illness, how to spot it, and how to [...]

Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month? We know, it seems like there’s a month for everything, but this one is especially important for our clients. Throughout the year, we connect many clients with dedicated, experienced in-home care professionals that provide much-needed support for Alzheimer’s [...]

Know What You’re Facing - Facts About Strokes in the United States Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Every 3.5 minutes, someone dies of stroke. Every year, more than 795,000 people in the U.S. have [...]

Maintaining a healthy heart is a no-brainer! Eating the right foods, exercising, and maintaining a healthy weight are things most of us know we should be doing to keep our cardiovascular systems in check. But did you know that oral health can positively or negatively affect your heart? While [...]

Getting Fresh Air is Good for Everyone Spending time outside isn’t just an enjoyable experience – it’s also an important component in maintaining your physical and mental health. In fact, getting back to nature is an age-old trick to “staying young.” The benefits are numerous: Better air [...]

Make the Most Out of Your Trip with a Little Preparation Many seniors often feel that traveling is too risky or difficult, but with a little preparation and research, you can plan accessible trips and make memories to last a lifetime! Join our care team as we review the [...]

Updated March 22, 2022.  Our parents often need extra help as they age but they may resist the extra attention to their personal matters. Having tough conversations with our parents about their future health and well-being can be difficult for us and frustrating for them. Conversations about caregiving or [...]

We’re using National Kidney Month to share some important information on kidney disease and kidney health! The National Kidney Foundation recently shared the shocking statistic that kidney disease, also known as chronic kidney disease or CKD, causes more deaths than breast cancer or prostate cancer and is considered an [...]