Experiencing a traumatic event can have a major effect on someone. Whether you are a veteran or non-veteran, PTSD affects between 7 to 8 percent of the population. That’s why we at Freedom Home Care want to discuss the importance of National PTSD Awareness Month. We hope to help inform and educate those on the signs, symptoms, treatment of PTSD. We also hope to help spread awareness on this disorder. What’s PTSD? PTSD stands for post-traumatic stress disorder. According to the American Psychiatric Association, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that occurs in people who have experienced or witnessed
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How to Celebrate Father’s Day with a Parent in Assisted Living
With Father’s Day right around the corner, you might be wondering how to celebrate with your parent in assisted living. Although it may seem like your options are limited, there are still plenty of ways to share a meaningful experience. Check out our Father’s Day ideas inspired by Five Star Senior Living below. Mini Golf Outdoor activities are a wonderful way to bond with a loving parent. If your dad is interested in golf, try going mini golfing. The outing will be much quicker than a traditional game of 18 holes, and will also be great for everyone in the
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Meet Freedom Home Care’s May Heroes of the Month!
May is National Nurses Month! It is time to celebrate the heroes who work hard every day to keep your loved ones healthy and happy. Each month we choose employees that have stood out to us and have gone above and beyond their duties at Freedom Home Care. This month we would like to recognize Omoye and Maria, two nurses here at Freedom Home Care. Learn all about our May Heroes of the Month below! Meet Omoye Ohiku Omoye Ohiku had been a CNA with Freedom for 2 years. She is originally from Nigeria and came to the United States about
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What You Should Know About the COVID Vaccination
As of May 2021, over 200 million people have been vaccinated for the Coronavirus in the United States. Though there are many myths and speculations surrounding the vaccine, there are also facts that the CDC have released regarding the COVID vaccine. These facts include where to get it, and what to expect. Check out what you should know about the COVID-19 vaccine below. Is the COVID vaccine safe? According to the CDC, the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective! There may be side effects of the vaccine. These side effects that may even cause illness. But studies show that the
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Why Our Caregivers Love to Work with Freedom Home Care
We at Freedom Home Care love our Freedom family. From personalized elder care to Alzheimer’s care, our passionate and certified caregivers deliver trustworthy in-home care services. Check out some of our Freedom Heroes below to learn more about our employee reviews. Freedom Heroes Each month Freedom Home Care highlights an employee(s) for their tremendous work with the company. It also allows our staff to have a voice and express their love for working with Freedom Home Care. Read about what some of our staff has to say: Evgenia Valkanova – “I am so proud to be a part of this
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Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental illness is something that millions of Americans suffer from every day. As 2020 was a year of isolation and quarantine, we felt now more than ever it was important to spread awareness about Mental Health Awareness Month. About Mental Health Awareness Month The purpose of Mental Health Awareness Month is to raise awareness and educate the public on mental health stigmas. We at Freedom Home Care believe in recognizing the importance of mental health and have compiled a list of ways to help your senior loved one or someone in need with mental illness. 1. Check-In If you have
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Spring Activities for Seniors
The snow has melted, the sun is shining; it’s the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful spring weather! There are plenty of spring activities for senior citizens to enjoy this season while also remaining safe. We have compiled a list of great spring activity ideas for seniors. Check them out below! Head Outdoors First things first, it’s time to ditch the winter jacket and head outside to breathe in the amazing spring air. A walk or picnic are great ideas to start! Many spring flowers are blooming so taking a walk on a scenic trail is an
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5 Ways to Entertain Your Senior Loved One
Your senior loved one may be getting impatient indoors. If you are looking for ideas to keep your loved one busy, we have 5 great tips to help provide entertainment for seniors. Check out our entertainment ideas for seniors below. Entertainment Ideas: Spend Time Outdoors With nicer weather finally here, there’s no better way to entertain your senior loved one than by heading outside and soaking up some vitamin D. There are many outdoor activities we at Freedom Home Care think they will love! To name a few, going on a walk, fishing, having a BBQ, and visiting local parks
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Freedom Home Care’s 25th Anniversary
Freedom Home Care is proud to celebrate 25 years in business! Today we are recognized as one of the leading home care agencies in the Chicagoland area. From a humble beginning in 1996, Freedom Home Care is thriving with over 1,000 compassionate caregivers on staff. Philosophy Founder Sharon Burack has worked in the rehabilitation industry with senior citizens her entire career. She saw the need to have seniors, and others with medical needs, live happy and healthy in the comfort of their own homes. Burack stated, “I created a program to transition seniors into a happy and healthy lifestyle in the
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March Is National Kidney Month!
March is Kidney Awareness Month! You might be wondering: why is kidney awareness important? 1 in 3 Americans is at high risk for kidney disease due to common factors such as family health history, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Since over 30 million Americans are already diagnosed with kidney disease, we at Freedom Home Care want to encourage you to raise awareness on National Kidney Month and be sure to give your kidneys an annual checkup. Read more below on how to protect your kidneys. Schedule A Checkup If you haven’t already scheduled an annual checkup this year, now is the perfect
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