Tennis for Life at the Knights of Columbus Fair Lawn
We had a blast on October 22 supporting the tricky tray casino night fundraiser for Tennis for Life at the Knights of Columbus Fair Lawn. Tennis for Life is an active support group for Breast Cancer Survivors, offering free indoor tennis and instruction. All levels of players, especially beginners, are welcome to join at any […]
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The rain did not DAMPen the spirits on October 14th at Overpeck County Park for the Alzheimer’s Association Greater New Jersey Chapter End Alzheimer’s Bergen/Passaic County Walk to End Alzheimer’s. This is the 5th year the Applause Home Care Team has participated and been a sponsor. Please consider making a donation to help find cure […]
24-Hour Home Care – Is It Possible to Manage Sundowning?
Sundowning, also known as “sundown syndrome,” is where individuals with cognitive conditions like dementia (often seniors) experience increased agitation, confusion, and behavioral disturbances in the late afternoon and early evening. This condition is thought to be related to changes in the circadian rhythm and can be challenging for both the affected individual and their caregivers. […]
Six Questions to Ask About Home Care
Your dad lives alone, and you don’t live nearby. While that used to be okay, his health is changing. He’s not sure he can manage on his own, but he’s also insistent that he remains in his neighborhood. Have you talked about home care? What Does Your Dad Find Difficult to Do Each Day? Your […]
The Shops At Riverside Square Mall
We had a great turnout on September 22 as the community experienced a relaxing chair yoga and sound healing experience at the Senior Source in The Shops At Riverside Square Mall in Hackensack. We were fortunate to have Linda Farrell from Inside Out Healings LLC lead the class and excited that she will facilitate more events like this in the near future! If […]
Elmwood Park Celebrates Seniors Day
On September 30, there was another fun event for the Applause Home Care Team at the Elmwood Park Celebrates Seniors Day. There were over 200 seniors in attendance, a complimentary lunch, 75 vendors and an animal adoption room. The entertainers kept the energy high with music!! If you or an aging loved one are considering […]
Hackensack Regional Chamber of Commerce
What an event on September 28 organized by the Hackensack Regional Chamber of Commerce at Il Villaggio Restaurant in Carlstadt, NJ! We celebrated 3 deserving people and organizations who have been part of the fabric of our community for a long time. Applause Home Care was proud to sponsor and participate! If you or an […]
Facts All Seniors Should Know About Depression
Depression is something that affects more than half of all seniors. Seniors have a high risk of developing depression, especially if they are living alone or have recently lost a spouse or loved one. Companion care at home is strongly recommended for all seniors that are living independently. With companion care at home seniors get […]
Post Hospital Care Helps Your Loved One Recover from Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a surgery in which the doctor will go into your loved one’s eye and remove the cloudy lens created by a cataract and replace it with an artificial lens. While it seems a bit scary to have surgery on the eye, cataract surgery is a simple surgery that usually only takes about […]
Paint and Sip at Fair Lawn Senior Center
The Applause Home Care team had a ton of fun engaging with the attendees to our Paint & Sip event on August 31 at the Fair Lawn Senior Center. The attendees were creative in expressing their simple pleasures on canvas and also enjoyed the refreshments provided! If you or an aging loved one are considering […]