Home care covers a large variety of your basic activities of daily living (ADL’s). For those who aren’t already familiar with all of the benefits, it can be difficult to decipher exactly which cares are the right ones for you. Here is a breakdown of the services provided to help you choose which is the most beneficial to you and your family.
Read MoreFinding ways to connect with those with Alzheimer’s can be difficult. Here are 5 relaxing, stress-free activities you or your home care caregiver can use to bond with your loved one.
Read MoreThree members of the Kore Cares team recently visited OsteoStrong’s Sioux Falls franchise which just opened its doors in mid-December. OsteoStrong is built around the goal of strengthening the skeletal system through a series of short, quick exercises that will not cause you to sweat, feel sore the next day, or overexert yourself.
Read MoreThis week, we were lucky enough to be able to attend the Sales and Marketing Executives (SME) of Sioux Falls’ annual Excellence Awards. Each year, an individual is honored for their success and efforts in sales, marketing, and overall role in growing and shaping the Sioux Falls community.
Read MoreCare management has been identified as a huge need for not only our current clients but for many individuals in and around the Sioux Falls community. We are continually trying to find ways to not only help individuals with activities of daily living but also connect them with resources to help them achieve the best life possible. That is why we are happy to announce the addition of care management to our service offerings.
Read MoreThe holidays have a way of bringing loved ones together. Whether it’s more time with family nearby and/or guests from out of town, you’re going to want to keep them entertained! If you’re looking for things to do while extra family is in town, there are plenty of fun, family friendly activities around town!
Read MoreNaturally, as we age, we change both mentally and physically. These changes can present challenges that affect day-to-day life. This doesn’t mean you’re unable to live alone or unable to preform a majority of your daily tasks. It just means that particular everyday functions may become harder to accomplish and present more risks for falls or other injuries.
Read MoreThe holiday season is officially in full swing! That means holidays, spending time with family and friends, and tons of holiday meals and treats. Unfortunately, many of these desserts passed around are high in fat, carbs, and sodium which makes it difficult for those on health-related diets to enjoy. This season, we don’t want you to miss out! Here are a few recipes catered to specific diets to help you maintain your health while not missing out on all the great food that comes with the joy of the season!
Read MoreMonday, November 26th, will be the final educational event for the fall series! Join us at 3pm for refreshments and conversation about how vulnerability can increase workplace success. Melissa Hiatt will be presenting! Anyone in a care-taking profession as well as family caregivers are welcome!
Read MoreChristmas time is quickly approaching! If you’re looking for the perfect gift for mom/dad, grandma/grandpa, etc. look no further! Here are 5 great gift ideas for the seniors in your life that they’ll be sure to love.
Read MoreOctober 21st-27th is Pastoral Care (also known as spiritual care) Week 2018. The purpose of this week is to bring awareness to pastoral care and all of the benefits it’s caregivers bring to the people they serve. We would like to thank those working in pastoral care for the differences they make in the lives of those they serve!
Read MoreThere are many definitions for care management, but to put it quite simply- it is assistance with coordination of services related to a person’s overall wellbeing. A care manager can help individuals identify paths to improving one’s health and assist them in achieving their health care goals.
Read MoreAt Kore Cares, our number one priority is to provide meaningful employment and quality home care. However, we are also passionate about helping out and giving back. We would like to share the ways we do this in hopes that it will spread the word about some amazing causes out there!
Read MoreKore Cares is introducing an education series coming this fall! Check out our upcoming events and RSVP before seating fills up!
Read MoreDo you ever wonder what it is like to be a caregiver? Here is some insight from a Kore Cares caregiver, Allison.
Read MorePeople are often asking what kinds of services we offer at Kore Cares. We can list our services, but people who are unfamiliar with home care are often still left wondering exactly what it is they need and for how long or how often they need it. We hope that providing scenarios in this blog post as well as previous blogs will help answer your questions. Our services are customizable to each individual. No client is the same and we don’t expect their needs to be either. No matter what it is, even if it doesn’t end up being our services you need, we are here to assist in any way possible. Check out some examples of client scenarios below!
Read MoreLong term care can be home care, hospice, assisted living, nursing homes, etc. These services and facilities are designed to assist individuals with both short term needs related to recovering from an illness or injury as well as providing long term care.. How are these services paid for? We put together a few options to help guide the process.
Read MoreOne of the most overlooked and undervalued gifts you can leave your loved one is a plan. In home care we find that a great number of our clients do not have a plan in place in case something happens to them such as a life altering disability or death. Some people believe that an estate plan is only for the wealthy or a will is good enough. Others think they are to young to put together a comprehensive plan. The reality is no matter your age or income everyone needs to have a plan. An advance care plan, estate plan, a will and power of attorney are all essential to guiding those left to make critical decisions on your behalf, these documents protect your assets and give you and your family control. We have witnessed firsthand how having a plan can relieve stress and anxiety during difficult times.
Read MoreAt AseraCare Hospice’s “Butterfly to Remember” event, people from the Sioux Falls community gathered to eat, enjoy live music, listen to speakers talk about loss and acceptance, and honor loved ones lost by releasing a butterfly in honor of them. This year, Tracy Vik gave a testimonial on loss, the different stages in life that it can occur, and finding peace afterwards. As a member of a large family, principal of an elementary school, and volunteer in countless community events, Tracy has experienced many different scenarios of loss, healing, acceptance, and lessons learned. Here are some of the stories she shared:
Read MoreMany of our home care clients use adaptive devices that assist them with living independently in their home. Here are a few clever products that have helped our home care clients and might also help you or someone you know.
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