John David Ball has served as chief executive officer of Outreach Health since 2019. He wrote this for The Dallas Morning News. Link to Dallas Morning News article: https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/commentary/2023/04/21/raise-state-rates-for-home-caregivers/ For nearly 50 years, my family has worked hard to care for vulnerable Texans in the comfort of their homes. During those decades, my father’s small […]
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Taking care as the caregiver
If you are a caregiver, you are more vulnerable to adverse effects on your health. The Rosalynn Carter Institute (RCI) for Caregivers, named after the former First Lady of the United States and founder, makes a case that the effects of caregiving are so profound that it should be addressed as a public health issue […]
Easter Holiday Activities for Seniors and Family
Easter Holiday Activities for Seniors and Family Celebrating the Easter holidays is a special time for families. People look forward to spending time with their loved ones, arranging family gatherings, and engaging in fun activities. Easter-themed arts and crafts from grandkids: Kids will love this creative activity. Help them complete a creative task like painting […]
A Life-span Perspective On Aging
By: Ashli Abernathy, LPC Taking the life-span perspective on aging can positively influence our mental health and benefit future generations. Aging is typically associated with negative stereotypes and health issues. Still, a growing amount of research is supporting the life-span perspective on development by highlighting the positive aspects of aging that can help us understand […]
Amazing Caregivers and their Heroic Actions
Being a caregiver is a calling that requires an enormous commitment of time, energy, and love. During the recent winter storms that affected most of Texas, Outreach caregivers demonstrated this devotion to helping the most vulnerable in our communities. While most Texans were able to stay warm at home, Outreach Health caregivers were hard at […]
Best Self-Care Tips for Seniors
Aging is what we make it. For some, the limited mobility and reduced performance that come with age sound intimidating, but there are steps you can take to help you age gracefully. To set yourself on the right track, taking care of your well-being is best started sooner rather than later. Self-care is critical for […]
How to stay heart healthy!
Do you love your daily stroll around the park or your neighborhood to look at the birds and smell the flowers in bloom? Well, that’s perfect because here’s a bonus: Walking may be all the exercise you need to keep your heart healthy. Just one hour of walking burns approximately 300 calories! While every step […]
Easy Recipes for Elderly
A caregiver’s daily routine is packed with activities that range from caring for the elderly to keeping the house clean. Keeping the environment safe is a huge task, and when it comes to taking care of their diet, many caregivers end up neglecting themselves. What they need are quick meal prep ideas to make their […]
Are You Looking for the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Senior in Your Life?
Valentine’s Day is not just for couples; it’s for everyone! People celebrate Valentine’s Day to show affection for their loved ones, including your parents, grandparents, elderly relatives, or family members. Valentine’s Day is the perfect way to spend quality time with your senior loved ones. They also need to know they are loved, appreciated, and […]
How to Help Aging Parents Without Overstepping Boundaries
Helping your aging parents just enough, but not too much, can make it tough to strike a balance that preserves your relationship and their independence as much as possible. If you’re not sure what to do, here are ways to help aging parents without overstepping boundaries: Know their relationship styles. Not all parents have the […]
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