Caring Households LLC.

05/21/2026

Older adults contact the Eldercare Locator every day to find local transportation services. If you need help getting to where you need to go but don’t know who to turn to, let our staff help! Voice, videophone or text: 1-800-677-1116 | Email: [email protected] | Chat online: https://ow.ly/Kbaj50X7WWm.

05/21/2026

Tips for measuring blood pressure the right way to ensure accurate results.

Today is World Hypertension Day.
High blood pressure - or hypertension - often shows no warning signs, yet it increases the risk for heart disease, stroke, blindness, dementia, and other complications.

A simple blood pressure check can be life-saving.

Getting your blood pressure measured the right way helps ensure accurate results.
Incorrect positions can lead to incorrect readings.

✔ Sit with your back supported
✔ Legs uncrossed and feet flat on the floor
✔ Arm supported with the cuff at heart level
✔ Use correct cuff size
✔ Rest for at least 5 minutes before the reading
✔ Do not talk during or between measurements
✔ Avoid exercise, tea/coffee, and smoking for at least 30 minutes before reading

Small steps can make a big difference in protecting your health.

05/08/2026

Most people see dementia and think decline.

We see something else.

We see an environment that can either overwhelm the brain… or calm it.

Because dementia is not just memory loss.
It is a brain searching for safety.

When you soften the light, open the air, simplify food, and reduce noise… the body begins to settle.
When you slow down, sit close, and speak with warmth… connection returns.
When you anchor them in faith, identity, and touch… they feel safe again.

These are not small things.

This is the care.

At Dementia Care at Home™, we don’t chase behaviors.
We shape environments.

And when the environment changes… everything changes.

The home is not just where care happens.
It is the treatment.

caregiversupport

05/01/2026

✨Welcome to Tasha’s Tips 💚 A series covering caregiver support & nursing insights.

05/01/2026

Consider gentle & practical strategies- like social activities, fun outings & simple routines to encourage a loved one to move more.

Encourage activity through social time, simple routines and shared outings

04/17/2026

Find a free shredding event near you and access fraud‑prevention resources here: http://spr.ly/6182B6NMQK

When sorting through paperwork, watch for documents that reveal pieces of your identity, like your name and address, an old bill paired with an insurance ID, or a pay stub with your signature, because together they can be enough for fraud.

On their own, these may not seem risky. Together, they can give scammers enough information to impersonate you or access accounts. This April, community events across the country are offering helpful ways to take action, including free document shredding at many locations and resources to help protect your money and personal information.

Helping to protect yourself from fraud doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Making sure your information doesn’t fall into the wrong hands is an important first step.

Check the link in the comments to find a shredding event near you and consider sharing this post to help others do the same.

04/10/2026

We are proud to share about our first care giver support group series. RN Natasha & LMSW Neida have worked to create this safe space for emotional, educational, and practical support for our hard working caregivers. Our overall goal is to reduce the social isolation that often accompanies the demanding role of caregiving by fostering community. These support groups will be held quarterly via zoom & the first one will be held in May 2026. Stay tuned for more insights.

04/01/2026

🎉Caregiver Appreciation Raffle!🎉

We are excited to announce our first quarterly Caregiver Raffle Basket of the year. The theme for this one is indoor activities.

Eligibility:

-Must be a current Caring Households caregiver.
- Currently following us on social media (FB or Insta) and/or leave us a google review.

*The winner will be drawn the last week in April. We will reach out privately to the caregiver that wins.

03/27/2026

Our directors Christina & Natasha at the Community Health Fair at East Hill yesterday. They had a lovely time sharing about Adult Family Living and the importance of safety measures with the community.

03/23/2026

Join us at the Community Health Fair at East Hill this Thursday 3/26/26 from 1-4pm. We will be raffling a safety basket and will have other free giveaways. We will be available to answer any questions about Adult Family Living under the CT Home Care Program for Elders.

Address: 611 E Hill Rd. Southbury, CT 06488