Blog Categories Family Caregiver Stress Mar 10, 2022 Five Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups When life is busy, we are reluctant to add one more thing to do or be a part of. The typical family caregiver already has a full plate between taking care of the affairs of their own family and their work, and juggling their caregiving responsibilities. So why should a ... Continue Reading Family Caregiving Aug 29, 2022 Support and Community for Adult Children of Aging Parents Griswold Home Care has been working with other senior care professionals in our area to bring a local chapter of ACAPcommunity (Adult Children of Aging Parents) to our area to provide free programs on different topics of interest to adult caregivers. Although designed for ... Continue Reading Mar 10, 2022 Five Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups When life is busy, we are reluctant to add one more thing to do or be a part of. The typical family caregiver already has a full plate between taking care of the affairs of their own family and their work, and juggling their caregiving responsibilities. So why should a ... Continue Reading Nov 17, 2021 I Will Choose to Be Thankful The following is a piece I wrote back in 2015 about applying the practice of giving thanks to the experience of loving someone with Alzheimer’s disease. November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and National Family Caregivers’ Month, so I thought it fitting to share ... Continue Reading Nov 11, 2021 Connecting Caregivers Through Art This week, family caregivers created natural wreaths as part of our Caregiver Art Support Group that meets monthly at the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center. What a fun time of providing respite through creativity! This is one of our favorite ways to give back to our ... Continue Reading Activities of Daily Living Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Aging in Place Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Aging in Place as a Family Aug 29, 2022 Support and Community for Adult Children of Aging Parents Griswold Home Care has been working with other senior care professionals in our area to bring a local chapter of ACAPcommunity (Adult Children of Aging Parents) to our area to provide free programs on different topics of interest to adult caregivers. Although designed for ... Continue Reading Mar 10, 2022 Five Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups When life is busy, we are reluctant to add one more thing to do or be a part of. The typical family caregiver already has a full plate between taking care of the affairs of their own family and their work, and juggling their caregiving responsibilities. So why should a ... Continue Reading Nov 05, 2020 Why Our Risk of Falling Increases With Age Our last posting, Impact of a Fall, described how just one fall quickly transformed a Wilmington senior's life from independence and freedom to dependence and loss. We shared this story because it is one of many examples of just how dangerous one fall can be. Understanding ... Continue Reading Alzheimer's Disease Nov 17, 2021 I Will Choose to Be Thankful The following is a piece I wrote back in 2015 about applying the practice of giving thanks to the experience of loving someone with Alzheimer’s disease. November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and National Family Caregivers’ Month, so I thought it fitting to share ... Continue Reading Assistive Devices Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Caregiver Resource Aug 29, 2022 Support and Community for Adult Children of Aging Parents Griswold Home Care has been working with other senior care professionals in our area to bring a local chapter of ACAPcommunity (Adult Children of Aging Parents) to our area to provide free programs on different topics of interest to adult caregivers. Although designed for ... Continue Reading Apr 15, 2021 Reopened this week! Wilmington's Senior Resource Center New Hanover County's newly renovated Senior Resource Center in Wilmington reopened its doors to the community Monday of this week, April 12, 2021. While the staff have continued to serve our community through online, phone, drive-through and delivery services, the center ... Continue Reading Oct 19, 2017 Our “Why" This week we met with the families of two new clients whose reaction to our services was such an affirmation of our “why” – our reason for doing what we do. The first reaction was a client’s excitement at regaining his freedom to participate in a hobby he enjoys. One of our ... Continue Reading Nov 05, 2015 Tips for Dealing with Digestive Upset that Comes with Family Caregiver Stress Family Caregivers in Wilmington, NC Stress is a reality of life for the vast majority of family caregivers. Handling all of the needs of elderly adults along with raising children, managing a career, maintaining a home, and nurturing your marriage can lead to feeling ... Continue Reading Caregiver Stress Mar 10, 2022 Five Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups When life is busy, we are reluctant to add one more thing to do or be a part of. The typical family caregiver already has a full plate between taking care of the affairs of their own family and their work, and juggling their caregiving responsibilities. So why should a ... Continue Reading Nov 17, 2021 I Will Choose to Be Thankful The following is a piece I wrote back in 2015 about applying the practice of giving thanks to the experience of loving someone with Alzheimer’s disease. November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and National Family Caregivers’ Month, so I thought it fitting to share ... Continue Reading Jun 02, 2021 Caregiver Support Through Art Creative Inlet, supporting family caregivers through art is back in person! Since 2014 , we have partnered with the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center and other local businesses to provide an art support group for family caregivers (and their care recipients if ... Continue Reading Caregiver Wellness & Tips Jun 02, 2021 Caregiver Support Through Art Creative Inlet, supporting family caregivers through art is back in person! Since 2014 , we have partnered with the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center and other local businesses to provide an art support group for family caregivers (and their care recipients if ... Continue Reading Caregivers Apr 20, 2021 Thanks Wilmington for 9 Years! This month we celebrated nine years of serving Wilmington's home care needs. We are so thankful for the opportunities we have had to help seniors safely return home following a fall, injury or hospitalization; serve our deserving veterans; and provide needed respite for ... Continue Reading Apr 06, 2021 Hero of the Week We were so honored to have Griswold Home Care caregiver Sandy S. recognized today as Senior Care Hero of the Week by Mike Hartmann of Assisted Living Locators, Pam Palanza of Carefinderz, and Sue Fryt of Cranfill Sumner LLP. While Sandy was recognized for exceptional work as ... Continue Reading Feb 19, 2021 Shout Out to Our Caregivers Did you know today is National Caregivers Day? The third Friday in February is set aside to honor our amazing caregivers providing personal care, safety supervision, and companionship to the seniors in our community. Our caregivers really make a difference, not only in the ... Continue Reading Caregiving Nov 17, 2021 I Will Choose to Be Thankful The following is a piece I wrote back in 2015 about applying the practice of giving thanks to the experience of loving someone with Alzheimer’s disease. November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and National Family Caregivers’ Month, so I thought it fitting to share ... Continue Reading Apr 06, 2021 Hero of the Week We were so honored to have Griswold Home Care caregiver Sandy S. recognized today as Senior Care Hero of the Week by Mike Hartmann of Assisted Living Locators, Pam Palanza of Carefinderz, and Sue Fryt of Cranfill Sumner LLP. While Sandy was recognized for exceptional work as ... Continue Reading Apr 01, 2021 What Now? Are you a caring person? Have you spent years taking care of family, paying attention to those big and small details that make them feel special? If you are an empty nester wondering what is next for you, we know there are many options for you to consider. One that is dear ... Continue Reading Feb 19, 2021 Shout Out to Our Caregivers Did you know today is National Caregivers Day? The third Friday in February is set aside to honor our amazing caregivers providing personal care, safety supervision, and companionship to the seniors in our community. Our caregivers really make a difference, not only in the ... Continue Reading Caring for a Senior Parent Nov 17, 2021 I Will Choose to Be Thankful The following is a piece I wrote back in 2015 about applying the practice of giving thanks to the experience of loving someone with Alzheimer’s disease. November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and National Family Caregivers’ Month, so I thought it fitting to share ... Continue Reading Community Events Nov 11, 2021 Connecting Caregivers Through Art This week, family caregivers created natural wreaths as part of our Caregiver Art Support Group that meets monthly at the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center. What a fun time of providing respite through creativity! This is one of our favorite ways to give back to our ... Continue Reading Creative Activities Nov 11, 2021 Connecting Caregivers Through Art This week, family caregivers created natural wreaths as part of our Caregiver Art Support Group that meets monthly at the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center. What a fun time of providing respite through creativity! This is one of our favorite ways to give back to our ... Continue Reading Dementia Care Nov 17, 2021 I Will Choose to Be Thankful The following is a piece I wrote back in 2015 about applying the practice of giving thanks to the experience of loving someone with Alzheimer’s disease. November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and National Family Caregivers’ Month, so I thought it fitting to share ... Continue Reading Aug 11, 2020 Dementia and Refusing to Accept Help Do you love someone with dementia who refuses help? Or are they refusing to even acknowledge their diagnosis? In this 15-minute video, Nurse and Dementia Education Specialist, Melanie Bunn shares practical tips for both of these real-life challenges for caregivers. Those who ... Continue Reading Elder Care Aug 27, 2021 The Power of Photos Photographs can play a powerful role in the lives of seniors for a number of different reasons. Many people are familiar with the role they play in allowing seniors to reminisce and stay connected to people and memories from their past. Individual and family snapshots also ... Continue Reading Elderly Care Feb 04, 2016 What is an Aging Life Care Professional? Geriatric Care Management in Wilmington, NC If you have heard of Geriatric Care Managers or Aging Life Care Professionals, but are not real sure what exactly they do, you are not alone. The titles can feel rather vague and what these professionals do can, in reality, cover a ... Continue Reading Sep 09, 2015 Caregiver Tools: Could a Humidifier Help Your Parents Stay Healthier and More Comfortable? Senior Care in Wrightsville Beach, NC One of your main goals as a family caregiver for your aging loved ones should be making sure that your seniors are as healthy, comfortable, and safe as possible, and that means making adjustments to your care plan throughout the year to ... Continue Reading Feb 18, 2015 How Can Writing Be Beneficial for Your Elderly Loved One? Elder Care in Porter’s Neck, NC – Something as Simple as Keeping a Journal can Offer Numerous Mental Benefits One of the many ways for seniors to remain mentally sharp is to work on a project. A “project” can be anything that your loved one engages, thinks about, and ... Continue Reading Elderly Isolation Aug 27, 2021 The Power of Photos Photographs can play a powerful role in the lives of seniors for a number of different reasons. Many people are familiar with the role they play in allowing seniors to reminisce and stay connected to people and memories from their past. Individual and family snapshots also ... Continue Reading Apr 15, 2021 Reopened this week! Wilmington's Senior Resource Center New Hanover County's newly renovated Senior Resource Center in Wilmington reopened its doors to the community Monday of this week, April 12, 2021. While the staff have continued to serve our community through online, phone, drive-through and delivery services, the center ... Continue Reading Estate Planning Aug 29, 2022 Support and Community for Adult Children of Aging Parents Griswold Home Care has been working with other senior care professionals in our area to bring a local chapter of ACAPcommunity (Adult Children of Aging Parents) to our area to provide free programs on different topics of interest to adult caregivers. Although designed for ... Continue Reading Exercise Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Falls Nov 05, 2020 Why Our Risk of Falling Increases With Age Our last posting, Impact of a Fall, described how just one fall quickly transformed a Wilmington senior's life from independence and freedom to dependence and loss. We shared this story because it is one of many examples of just how dangerous one fall can be. Understanding ... Continue Reading Oct 30, 2020 Impact of a Fall A Fall Can Change Everything! Joan (not her real name) lived the active life of a healthy retiree when one fall changed everything. Before the fall, she was driving, meeting friends for lunch, volunteering at the library, and even playing an occasional game of tennis with ... Continue Reading Family May 09, 2021 A Poem for Mom for Mother's Day This has been a heavy year. I know many of you have lost your moms, often without being able to say goodbye. In honor and memory of all moms and the many gifts they pass on to their children of far more value than silver and gold... Mom, You Are Part of What I’ve Become Much ... Continue Reading Family Caregivers Jun 02, 2021 Caregiver Support Through Art Creative Inlet, supporting family caregivers through art is back in person! Since 2014 , we have partnered with the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center and other local businesses to provide an art support group for family caregivers (and their care recipients if ... Continue Reading May 09, 2021 A Poem for Mom for Mother's Day This has been a heavy year. I know many of you have lost your moms, often without being able to say goodbye. In honor and memory of all moms and the many gifts they pass on to their children of far more value than silver and gold... Mom, You Are Part of What I’ve Become Much ... Continue Reading Apr 06, 2021 Hero of the Week We were so honored to have Griswold Home Care caregiver Sandy S. recognized today as Senior Care Hero of the Week by Mike Hartmann of Assisted Living Locators, Pam Palanza of Carefinderz, and Sue Fryt of Cranfill Sumner LLP. While Sandy was recognized for exceptional work as ... Continue Reading Apr 01, 2021 What Now? Are you a caring person? Have you spent years taking care of family, paying attention to those big and small details that make them feel special? If you are an empty nester wondering what is next for you, we know there are many options for you to consider. One that is dear ... Continue Reading Fun Activities Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Aug 27, 2021 The Power of Photos Photographs can play a powerful role in the lives of seniors for a number of different reasons. Many people are familiar with the role they play in allowing seniors to reminisce and stay connected to people and memories from their past. Individual and family snapshots also ... Continue Reading Grief Jun 23, 2022 What Widows Want Over the years, I have been a part of facilitating various support groups. One that stands out to me was with a group of women who all shared the loss of a husband. We were discussing grief and what had been helpful to them in walking through that grief. Two things stood out ... Continue Reading Health & Wellness Jun 23, 2022 What Widows Want Over the years, I have been a part of facilitating various support groups. One that stands out to me was with a group of women who all shared the loss of a husband. We were discussing grief and what had been helpful to them in walking through that grief. Two things stood out ... Continue Reading Jun 20, 2022 Cape Fear Modern Widows Club I recently sat down with Megan Kopka, Community Advocate of the Cape Fear Community of Modern Widows Club to learn more about how this club has been providing needed support for widows in our community for almost two years. What is Modern Widows Club? While Modern Widows ... Continue Reading Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Apr 15, 2021 Reopened this week! Wilmington's Senior Resource Center New Hanover County's newly renovated Senior Resource Center in Wilmington reopened its doors to the community Monday of this week, April 12, 2021. While the staff have continued to serve our community through online, phone, drive-through and delivery services, the center ... Continue Reading Home Care Jan 19, 2022 Welcome Alyssa to the Griswold Team! We are excited to welcome Alyssa to Griswold Home Care of Wilmington, NC, as our Care Coordinator. Alyssa has received raving reviews from our clients as a CNA caregiver for us and is now helping us welcome and acclimate new caregivers to the Griswold team. As Care ... Continue Reading Apr 20, 2021 Thanks Wilmington for 9 Years! This month we celebrated nine years of serving Wilmington's home care needs. We are so thankful for the opportunities we have had to help seniors safely return home following a fall, injury or hospitalization; serve our deserving veterans; and provide needed respite for ... Continue Reading Apr 06, 2021 Hero of the Week We were so honored to have Griswold Home Care caregiver Sandy S. recognized today as Senior Care Hero of the Week by Mike Hartmann of Assisted Living Locators, Pam Palanza of Carefinderz, and Sue Fryt of Cranfill Sumner LLP. While Sandy was recognized for exceptional work as ... Continue Reading Apr 01, 2021 What Now? Are you a caring person? Have you spent years taking care of family, paying attention to those big and small details that make them feel special? If you are an empty nester wondering what is next for you, we know there are many options for you to consider. One that is dear ... Continue Reading Injury Prevention Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Nov 05, 2020 Why Our Risk of Falling Increases With Age Our last posting, Impact of a Fall, described how just one fall quickly transformed a Wilmington senior's life from independence and freedom to dependence and loss. We shared this story because it is one of many examples of just how dangerous one fall can be. Understanding ... Continue Reading Joint Health Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Living Independently Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Memory Aug 27, 2021 The Power of Photos Photographs can play a powerful role in the lives of seniors for a number of different reasons. Many people are familiar with the role they play in allowing seniors to reminisce and stay connected to people and memories from their past. Individual and family snapshots also ... Continue Reading Occupational Therapy Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Pain Management Apr 25, 2022 OT: Maximizing Quality of Life What is occupational therapy? How is it different than physical therapy, and how can it help you or a loved one age in place? I recently sat down with occupational therapist Beth Locke of Quality Independence Therapy to answer these questions and more. Physical therapy (PT) ... Continue Reading Quality of Life May 01, 2020 Is Your Hand Washing Effective? While we were probably taught how to wash our hands before we could talk, a 2018 study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that “when it comes to handwashing before meals, consumers are failing to properly clean their hands 97 percent of the time.” This was a ... Continue Reading Senior Care Aug 29, 2022 Support and Community for Adult Children of Aging Parents Griswold Home Care has been working with other senior care professionals in our area to bring a local chapter of ACAPcommunity (Adult Children of Aging Parents) to our area to provide free programs on different topics of interest to adult caregivers. Although designed for ... Continue Reading Aug 27, 2021 The Power of Photos Photographs can play a powerful role in the lives of seniors for a number of different reasons. Many people are familiar with the role they play in allowing seniors to reminisce and stay connected to people and memories from their past. Individual and family snapshots also ... Continue Reading Apr 15, 2021 Reopened this week! Wilmington's Senior Resource Center New Hanover County's newly renovated Senior Resource Center in Wilmington reopened its doors to the community Monday of this week, April 12, 2021. While the staff have continued to serve our community through online, phone, drive-through and delivery services, the center ... Continue Reading Jan 29, 2021 Welcome Paige to the Griswold Team! We are excited to welcome Paige Gibbs to Griswold Home Care of Wilmington, NC, as our Administrative Assistant. While Paige worked for us as a caregiver fin the recent past, she is now another cheerful voice answering the phones and supporting the rest of the office team so ... Continue Reading Senior Safety Aug 06, 2021 9 Hurricane Preparation Tips It is not too early to prepare for whatever this hurricane season may bring our way. While some prep work may have to be last minute, the majority of these steps can be done ahead of time. 1. Have an evacuation plan in place. This is especially important for those requiring ... Continue Reading Social Activities Jun 20, 2022 Cape Fear Modern Widows Club I recently sat down with Megan Kopka, Community Advocate of the Cape Fear Community of Modern Widows Club to learn more about how this club has been providing needed support for widows in our community for almost two years. What is Modern Widows Club? While Modern Widows ... Continue Reading Aug 27, 2021 The Power of Photos Photographs can play a powerful role in the lives of seniors for a number of different reasons. Many people are familiar with the role they play in allowing seniors to reminisce and stay connected to people and memories from their past. Individual and family snapshots also ... Continue Reading Women's Health Jun 20, 2022 Cape Fear Modern Widows Club I recently sat down with Megan Kopka, Community Advocate of the Cape Fear Community of Modern Widows Club to learn more about how this club has been providing needed support for widows in our community for almost two years. What is Modern Widows Club? While Modern Widows ... Continue Reading
