As we age, it’s common to rely on medications to manage chronic conditions and support overall health. However, many medications prescribed to seniors come with side effects that can impact daily life. At Freedom Home Care in Highland Park, IL, we believe it’s essential for families and caregivers to understand these effects to better support their loved ones. Why Seniors Experience More Side Effects Aging bodies metabolize medications differently, often making seniors more sensitive to both prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Multiple medications, known as polypharmacy, can also increase the risk of drug interactions and adverse reactions. Common Side Effects to
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Archives for Caregivers
The History of National Nurses Week
The Inspiring History of National Nurses Week — And How You Can Celebrate National Nurses Week is a time-honored tradition dedicated to recognizing the incredible work nurses do every day. But did you know it took more than half a century to officially establish this celebration? As National Nurses Week 2025 approaches, Freedom Home Care in Highland Park, IL is proud to share the inspiring history behind this important week. A Look Back: How National Nurses Week Began The story starts in 1953 when Dorothy Sutherland, an official with the U.S. Department of Health, proposed a National Nurse Day for
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Celebrate National Home Care and Hospice Month
November is National Home Care and Hospice Month, a time to honor the millions of home care professionals who provide essential health care services to patients and families in their homes. Home care and hospice workers include nurses, therapists, social workers, aides, and volunteers who offer compassionate and personalized care to those who need it most. Home care and hospice care are vital for many people who face chronic illnesses, disabilities, or terminal conditions. They allow patients to receive quality care in the comfort and dignity of their own homes, while also reducing the costs and risks associated with institutional
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Freedom Home Care’s 2023 Caregiver of the Year: Joy Best
It’s always tough to choose a single caregiver of the year out of our many compassionate and dedicated caregivers. This year Joy was nominated for that title from many of her peers and clients. So we’d like to introduce you to our 2023 Caregiver of the Year: Joy Best! We were able to chat with Joy to learn more about her and her passion for caregiving. Caregiver of the Year Q&A Q: I’m here with caregiver of the year, Joy Best today from Freedom Home Care and she was nominated caregiver of the year. We are so excited! One
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Aging Unbound: All About Older Americans Month
Older Americans Month is an annual observance held in May to celebrate the contributions and achievements of older adults in our society. It serves as a reminder to honor and appreciate the wisdom, experience, and vitality of older Americans. Let’s explore what Older Americans Month is all about, highlight this year’s theme, and provide activities and ways to participate. Whether you are a caregiver, a family member, or a senior yourself, there are numerous ways to get involved and make a difference during this special month. Understanding Older Americans Month Older Americans Month was established in 1963 to recognize
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How to Show Your Caregivers You Care
Caregiver Appreciation Day Goes Beyond a Single Day Caregivers support our society as a whole in so many ways and often get overlooked. While caregiver appreciation day was earlier this month, it is important that support and appreciation is shown for the caregivers in our lives year round and often. Believe it or not, 29% of the U.S. population, that means over 65 million Americans are caregivers in some way. While both paid and unpaid caregivers should be appreciated, it is important to call out that, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are over 40 million Americans who
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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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Meet The Clients: Mr. Rosenberg
Recently, we got to visit another of our clients, Richard Rosenberg. We were astonished to see his collection and hobby that he’s had his entire life. Mr. Rosenberg worked as a pharmacist but his real passion lied with trains. It began when he was young and his father who worked for the railroad company got him into the hobby. Richard’s current collection has been over 37 years in the making. His newest track that covers the whole basement has been a 10 year project. Most of it took a year and a half and he has been adding to it
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May Hero of the Month
What Nurses Do For Us
Where would we be without nurses? Nurses are a deeply essential part of human society. They take care of us whether that environment is at a pharmacy, at school, in the hospital, or at home. There are over 4 million registered nurses in the United States today. This month is Nurse Appreciation Month, which means we will take the month of May to appreciate and learn more about such an integral part of society and public health: nurses. What All Nurses Do in General Nurses are a part of the entire patient experience or wherever there is need for
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