Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Month. Seasonal Affective Disorder affects millions of Americans and it is more than just being sad. While living in darker regions can lead to higher rates of SAD, there is no limit to who it could affect. It’s important to take it seriously and know that there are things that can be done to recognize it as well as to treat it. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder and What To Look Out For? Seasonal Affective Disorder is considered a type of depression that is brought on by recurring
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Meet Our Newest Wellness Team Member: Katie Sells
We’d love to give a huge welcome to our newest Wellness Team member, Katie Sells! We’re excited to have her join the Freedom Home Care team over at the Sheridan at Green Oaks. She has experience is a caregiver and is eager to start her new role. Learn more about her below with a Q&A: Questions & Answers Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself? A: Hi, my name is Katie Sells. I am the newest member of the Wellness Team over at the Sheridan at Green Oaks. I am so excited to be part of the
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November Hero of The Month
We’re honoring another amazing Hero of the Month this November. This caregiver has shown us all what dedication and compassion look like in the home care field. She really cares for her clients and what she does! Freedom Home Care Hero: Nakala Griffin Please join us in congratulating Nakala Griffin, Freedom Home Care’s Caregiver of the Month! As a young girl, Nakala always dreamed of being a chef. She absolutely loved to cook and enjoyed serving others her culinary creations. Unfortunately, her life was dramatically changed when she turned 13. That was the age when her mom passed away after
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What are the Signs of Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer is often overlooked because people think it’s only associated with smoking, but really it affects those who have never smoked as well. The leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States is lung cancer. During Lung Cancer Awareness month we stand together across the nation to fight lung cancer, encourage screening, and learn to recognize possible signs. It’s important to realize the impact that research and preventative services can do. The 5-year survival rate for those receiving a lung cancer diagnosis rose from 18 out of every 100 people to 55 out of every 100. Getting tested
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Healthy Ingredients to Swap Into Recipes
Eating is such a joy. Food brings comfort or excitement or, at the very least, sustenance. When looking to change a diet it can be extra difficult to let go of certain foods, especially if they’re a favorite. But don’t stress, this article is meant to help you swap out a few ingredients or items for healthier options without feeling growing pains associated with the swaps. With a few creative ideas eating healthy can be effortless. Doable and Realistic Ingredient Substitutions When discussing healthy ingredients and healthy recipes it is important to remember that following the shift in your
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October Heroes of The Month
We’re honoring more amazing Heroes of the Month this October. These caregivers have shown us all what dedication and compassion look like. They really care for their clients and what they do! Freedom Home Care Hero: Joe Acido We are so excited to have one of our long time caregivers, Joe Acido, nominated as Hero of the Month! Born in the Philippines, Joe has been a Freedom Home Care caregiver since 2007. When he was 22 years old, he moved to Europe to study philosophy. He worked very hard in school and he graduated Summa cum Laude from the Georgian
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Taking Care of Your Bone and Joint Health
Don’t Overlook Your Bones and Joints It was just bones and joints health week! There are so many different things we do to take care of our bodies, but this week we are going to take a closer look at our bones and joints. Often overlooked until an ache becomes unbearable, more than half of Americans over 18 experience bone and joint conditions, according to the United States Bone and Joint Initiative. Believe it or not, but bone and joint problems are the most common cause of chronic pain and physical disabilities worldwide. Understanding Our Bones and Joints Bones
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Learn What Care You Need This Health Literacy Month
Health Literacy Month Health literacy is so crucial as everyone at some point in their life will encounter the health care system whether for their own sake or a loved ones. There are challenges to understanding health information and navigating the healthcare system that often keep people from seeking medical attention. The healthcare system is complicated and ensuring everyone can understand it is an effort taken up by healthcare organizations. Acknowledging the complexity of the health care system and providing help in health literacy supports people as they find, understand, and ultimately use their health information and services. In an
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Community Food Drive
In an effort to give back to the community, we will be taking part in a food drive for the Moraine Township Food Pantry. We ask that anyone who has any extra food goods drop them off at one of the donation bins we have listed down below. For a cause like this, no amount is too little to make a difference. Thank you in advance to all the generous members of our Chicagoland communities! Who This food drive is a collaboration between Freedom Home Care, The Auberge At Highland Park, and the Moraine Township Food Pantry. When This particular
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Am I Up to Date on My Immunizations?
Who are Immunizations for? While the COVID vaccine has been top of mind recently, there’s a whole lineup of vaccines that protect infants, children, teens, parents, and the elderly from sixteen harmful diseases that can even lead to hospitalization or death. Certain conditions such as age, job, or lifestyle, can play into a person’s risk for certain diseases. Based on specific criteria, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has created guidelines for what immunizations to get and when to get them. Ultimately, immunizations are designed to be accessible to everyone, barring certain health reasons. Check to See
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