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The Heartbreak of Transplantation Medicine

June 20, 2023

Many seniors get transplants each year without knowledge of potential side effects. It’s important to know what to expect from a transplant.

Celebrity Activism: Raising Awareness of Diseases and Medical Conditions – Part Three

May 17, 2023

Celebrity Activism: The Fight for Alzheimer’s Prevention and Care Part Two: Music and Memory

April 12, 2023

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The Heartbreak of Transplantation Medicine

June 20, 2023

Celebrity Activism: Raising Awareness of Diseases and Medical Conditions – Part Three

May 17, 2023

Celebrity Activism: The Fight for Alzheimer’s Prevention and Care Part Two: Music and Memory

April 12, 2023

Late-Stage Planning: Lessons From Real Life

March 29, 2023

Parkinson’s and Other Movement Disorders Affecting Seniors

March 21, 2023

Celebrity Activism Part One: The Fight for Alzheimer’s Prevention and Care

March 15, 2023

Improving senior health and safety

12 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy and Safe Home for Seniors

February 23, 2023

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Job Fairs Are Back In Person

February 22, 2023

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2023 Best in Home Care Awards Winner

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Planning Home Care For Your Loved One From Another State

February 3, 2023

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Discover Opportunities and Stability in Caregiving

February 2, 2023

Darlene Love

January 6, 2023

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Thoroughbred Aftercare – Life After Retirement

December 27, 2022

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WFC Seventh Anniversary Year in Review 2022

December 21, 2022

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In-Home Care Services: Advantages of a Professional Home Care Agency

September 22, 2022

And The Band Played On

August 29, 2022

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President Biden’s Covid Case – A Teaching Moment for Aging Seniors

July 28, 2022

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Geriatric Care Management

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Bereavement Support for Caregivers

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Actively Aging at the Track

Recognizing Changes in Aging Parents’ Behavior

Signs Your Aging Parents Need Assistance

June 7, 2022

Planning Late-Stage and End-of-Life Care

Planning Late-Stage and End-of-Life Care

May 10, 2022

WFC Caregiver / Staff Story – Sandra Zhinin

May 5, 2022

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Managing the Caregiver Shortage

April 7, 2022

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Letting Parents Get Old

February 17, 2022

2022

Kicking Off 2022

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The Value of In-Home Care Services for Individualized Care

February 14, 2022

6 Common Misconceptions About In-Home Care

January 27, 2022

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WFC Sixth Anniversary 2021 Year in Review

December 9, 2021

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Workforce First

December 3, 2021

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Alzheimer’s Disease – Myths, Stigmas, Hope

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What to Expect When Becoming a Caregiver

November 30, 2021

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Tips for Managing Daily Living with Parkinson’s Disease

October 12, 2021

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End of Life – Jack Thomas reflects on his life, family and career

August 26, 2021

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The Importance of Medication Management: Tips for Staying on Top of Prescription Schedules

August 19, 2021

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Home Improvement for Senior Safety: Easy, Low-Cost Changes for Fall Prevention

July 27, 2021

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Managing Communications Styles Between Aging Parents and Their Adult Children

July 8, 2021

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From the Founder

June 15, 2021

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The Value of Short-Term Rehab: Getting Back on Your Feet, No Matter Your Age

May 6, 2021

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Post-Pandemic Home Care Opportunities for Women

April 21, 2021

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We Stand in Solidarity with Our Asian American Communities

April 6, 2021

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From the Founder

March 23, 2021

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The COVID-19 Vaccine Is Here and Available

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Lending a Helping Hand to Employees in Need

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Conquering Senior Resistance to Change and Care

March 15, 2021

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WFC Reflections on Our Fifth Anniversary

March 8, 2021

Senior Financial Awareness: Avoiding Scams in the COVID Era

Senior Financial Awareness: Avoiding Scams in the COVID Era

February 22, 2021

Preventing senior hospitalization

5 Ways to Promote Senior Wellness and Prevent Hospitalization

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Westchester Family Care Earns Three 2021 Best of Home Care® Awards… AGAIN!

February 4, 2021

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Virtual In-Service Classes with Holiday Celebrations & Caregiver Recognition… and More

December 22, 2020

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WFC Best Practices: Recruiting, Hiring, and Retention

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Steps to Help Prevent Senior Isolation

December 21, 2020

Keep in touch with seniors social distancing

How to Celebrate The Holidays Safely with Senior Loved Ones

December 17, 2020

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November is Long Term Care Awareness Month

November 23, 2020

Home Preparedness Checklist for Senior Safety

Home Preparedness Checklist for Senior Safety

November 2, 2020

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WFC Stories of Care | Another Client Home Revival Story

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The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Fights COVID

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WFC Stories of Care | You Say Good-Bye, We Say Welcome Home!

September 23, 2020

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WFC Stories of Care | Celebrating Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Pioneering Justice for Our Times

September 21, 2020

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In-Home Health Care vs. Assisted Living: How to Make the Right Choice

September 11, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Embracing Change

August 14, 2020

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How to Help Seniors Recover From COVID-19

August 7, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | An Appreciation of Our Ability to Change

August 6, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Celebrating our Clients, Our Team and Our Partial Reopening

July 31, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Carefully Reopening the Office

July 23, 2020

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Recovering from Postoperative Surgery with Home Care

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Live-In Care Is Helping Seniors Stay Healthy During Coronavirus

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COVID Stories of Care | All You Need Is Love

July 16, 2020

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The Importance of Home Care During and After COVID-19

July 10, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Taking Care of Clients and Ourselves

July 9, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Reopening With Caution

June 30, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Ever Upward!

June 24, 2020

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We Stand With You: Our Commitment to Black Lives Matter and to Our Community

June 16, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Recovery and Rebuilding

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COVID Stories of Care | The Future of Healthcare is Home Care

June 10, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Readiness, Recovery, Reopening

June 3, 2020

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How to Plan for Successful Hospital to Home Discharge

June 1, 2020

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Guidance for Family Caregivers: Back-Up Care for Seniors

May 28, 2020

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Covid Stories of Care | Thank You from Glenn to His Office Heroes

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COVID Stories of Care | Gratitude to Our Longtime Clients and Senior Care Partners

May 19, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Celebrating our Healthcare Partners

May 12, 2020

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Nutrition During the Shutdown

May 5, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Carrying On Business With A New Normal

May 4, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Dignity and Grace at End-of-Life

April 27, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | We’re All in This Together

April 20, 2020

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Providing Continuity of Care During COVID-19

April 16, 2020

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COVID Stories of Care | Enhanced Communications with Clients & Caregivers

April 13, 2020

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How to Protect Seniors from Coronavirus Scams

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Pets Add Purpose and Love to Senior Caregiving

April 7, 2020

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WFC Is Prepared for Coronavirus

March 12, 2020

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Home Care Remedies for Chronic Loneliness in Seniors

March 3, 2020

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When Should My Parents Get Flu Shots? Flu Prevention Tips for Seniors

February 4, 2020

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How to Work with Your Adult Siblings on Caregiving Duties for a Parent

December 20, 2019

Westchester Family Care Celebrates 4 Years

Giving Thanks for Four Years of Providing Care to Our Clients and Caregivers

December 4, 2019

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Medical Alert Systems Can Improve Your Loved One’s Independence

November 21, 2019

Driving and senior safety

How to Talk to Older Drivers About Alternative Transportation Options

October 21, 2019

Congrats from Blue Hill and Stone Barns

Family Reimagined

September 18, 2019

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Finding Your Career Path at Westchester Family Care

August 21, 2019

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A Holistic Approach to Hoarding Among Seniors

June 4, 2019

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Graceful Aging, Romance, and Love on Mother’s Day

May 22, 2019

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Making a BIG Difference in the Lives of Seniors

April 12, 2019

2019 Best of Home Care Awards

Thank You for Voting Us As One of the Best Home Care Agencies in New York!

April 8, 2019

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Local Resources for Seniors and Caregivers in Fairfield County, Connecticut

March 19, 2019

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Preventing Hospital Readmissions for Seniors Due to Medication Non-Adherence

March 4, 2019

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Westchester Family Care Receives 2019 Best of Home Care® – Leader in Excellence Award in Addition to the Provider and Employer of Choice Awards

January 24, 2019

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Local Resources for Seniors and Caregivers in Westchester County, NY

January 10, 2019

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Overcoming the 8 Grand Challenges of Aging

December 13, 2018

Inspiration for Living with Alzheimer's

WFC Celebrates 3 Years of Providing Care to Westchester County, NY

October 9, 2018

A+ Senior home care services in Westchester County, New York

Home Care Standards Bureau Rates Westchester Family Care Of Mamaroneck, NY An A+ Licensed Agency

March 28, 2018

Westchester Family Care voted best home care provider in 2018

Westchester Family Care Receives 2018 Best of Home Care® – Provider and Employer of Choice Awards

February 6, 2018

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5 Ways In-Home Senior Respite Care Is a Winter Lifesaver

January 8, 2018

Top rated Home Health Care agency in Westchester County, New York

Westchester Family Care Honored Among Top Home Care Agencies in the Nation — Named “Caring Star of 2018” for Senior Care Service Excellence

December 7, 2017

Memory care for seniors with alzheimer's and dementia

6 Ways to Prevent Caregiver Stress and Burnout

November 30, 2017

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How to Prevent Falls in Older Adults as a Caregiver

September 22, 2017

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Why Fingerprinting Background Checks Are Necessary for Caregivers

July 25, 2017

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Put Up a Good Food Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease Risk

June 2, 2017

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The Pros and Cons of Reverse Mortgages for Seniors

March 15, 2017

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Know the Warning Signs of Elder Abuse

February 13, 2017

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Home Health Care Services That Help Manage Holiday Stress

December 15, 2016

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4 Qualities to Look for When Choosing a Home Care Agency

November 17, 2016

Talking to your loved ones about in home care for seniors.

7 Strategies to Help Convince Parents to Accept in Home Care

October 17, 2016

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How to Detect and Prevent Senior Malnutrition

October 5, 2016

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Tips for the Long-Distance Caregiver

August 24, 2016

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What to Expect When Your Loved One is Recovering from a Stroke

August 10, 2016

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Protecting Seniors from Financial Scams

July 19, 2016

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Westchester Family Care: Case Study

March 15, 2016

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What Are The Signs Of Alzheimer’s Disease?

March 4, 2016

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A Personal Experience With Alzheimer’s Disease

February 25, 2016

The Holiday Season

November 18, 2015