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Age is a State of Mind

  [caption id="attachment_1462" align="alignright" width="366" caption="Enjoy Life to the Fullest! - Tips for Living Longer, Healthier, Happier Lives at Home from Hearthside Home Care, Greensboro NC"][/caption] John H. Graves has written an interesting book , The 7% Solution, in which he reminds us that age is a state of mind. Afterall, age doesn't matter unless you're cheese or wine, right? Our in-home care clients in the Piedmont Triad teach us this daily. In his book, The 7% Solution, Mr. Graves talks about the honor of work and he states that our attitude is our driver. We all can choose our attitude - this...

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Wednesday Wellness Tip: Knee Health

As with any health tip advice, always be sure to check with your medical professionals before embarking on or changing habits and routines affecting your health. [caption id="attachment_3774" align="aligncenter" width="300"] How Healthy Are Your Knees?[/caption] Here are a few knee health tips: 1. Don't skip exercise, even modified exercise if you can not carry out what has been your normal exercise routine. 2. S-T-R-E-T-C-H-I-N-G is good for knees. Here are some suggested stretching activities: step ups, butterfly stretches, straight leg lift, hamstring curls, and planks*. 3. Lose excess weight. If for example you are 20 pounds overweight, by taking off...

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Road Safety for our Aging Population

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Getting older does not necessarily mean a person's driving days are over. But it is important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of your loved ones on the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have established recommendations to help families with aging drivers discuss changes in your older loved one's driving. Stay physically active: Staying physically active improves your strength and flexibility. In turn, physical activity can improve driver safety by making it easier to turn the steering wheel, look over your shoulder, and make other movements while driving and parking. Schedule regular vision and...

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Add Years to Your Life With A Strong Social Network Let Hearthside Home Care Help

[caption id="attachment_1316" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Add Years to Your Life With a Strong Social Network - Let Hearthside Home Care Help You![/caption] Stay strong! Show Up Strong!Seniors receiving home health and in home care in Greensboro, NC-Looking for some tips on how to increase longevity by at least 50 percent, and live longer, healthier, happier lives at home? We can thrive with a little help from our family and friends. Over 148 research studies have confirmed that strong ties to friends and family not only feeds our souls but makes us healthier! No matter what your age or your physical health...

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Summertime Fun - In-Home Care Tips for Living Longer, Healthier, Happier - from Hearthside Home Care

Home care clients and families in Greensboro NC - It’s time to shake off those wintertime blues and enjoy the great weather with fun activities to keep you happy and healthy. Feel the warmth of the sun on your face and enjoy the out-of-doors! Are you having a hard time finding the motivation? Well, there are many fun things to do in Greensboro NC that will get you moving and bring joy into your summer! Home care clients and their families tell us of some of their ideas for activities they have planned for the summer. Here’s one idea to get you started, but don’t stop here, do something good for yourself each day! Go shopping for a sun hat, sandals and new sunglasses. Yes, shopping is good for you! Choose a wild color to make it fun! For more information on living longer, healthier, happier lives at home contact: Hearthside Home Care Inc. 505 State St Greensboro NC 27405

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Father's Day Gift Ideas

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Is your dad hard to buy for? Father's Day is Sunday, June 21st. Finding the perfect gift for your dad might be challenging, so we came up with a few gift ideas for all the different kind of dads out there. FOR THE "TRAVELING" DAD:  If your dad loves to travel around the world or just get out on the weekends, this SCOTTeVEST is perfect. He can carry everything he wants, protect important documents and stay connected with these 26 pockets (including 10 zip security pockets). There's a pocket for your passport and a patented internal cable system which safely...

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Good Morning! Good Food Choices!

Good Morning ! Good choices! Eating the Rainbow can save you money and is good for you. Eat fresh whenever you can, and start reaping the benefits. As often as you can, pack your lunches with these items, and save money! [caption id="attachment_3721" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Eat the Rainbow! Smart Food Choices Are Easy on the Budget. Photo property of Hearthside Home Care. All Rights Reserved.[/caption]

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Two Words for Today

#eat #clean #eatclean [caption id="attachment_3701" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Eat Clean! Eat from the Rainbow Everyday!Photo Property of Hearthside Home Care. All Rights Reserved.[/caption]

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Friends and Family - In Home Care Help During Illness and Times of Need from Hearthside Home Care- Benefits and Tips - In Home Senior Care Greensboro NC

  [caption id="attachment_1318" align="alignright" width="256" caption="Friends and Family - In Home Help During Illness and Times of Need from Hearthside Home Care- Benefits and Tips from Hearthside Home Care Greensboro NC"][/caption]   We can thrive with help from our friends and family!   Here are just some of the benefits of good connections to family and friends:    Tips 1 and 2 - 1. Tangible support during an illness such as meals, transportation, and household help. 2. On average, people with a strong social support network take better care of themselves. ?Our in home elderly and senior care clients and...

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Whether you need care for a few hours a day, or a few days a week, we’ll work around your schedule, 24/7. We know you have a choice when you choose home care in Greensboro. Experience the difference that we make.

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