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Hugging is Healthy for the Elderly
Who doesn't need a hug? A gentle hug is a tender and loving way to connect with and validate others, especially if they are isolated and...

Lee Erickson
Jun 1, 20232 min read


Talking with a Loved One with Dementia
Caregivers of someone with Dementia often struggle with all the changes they see happening to a loved one as their memory loss become...

Lee Erickson
May 25, 20232 min read


Outreach to Seniors and Families
This year we have ramped up our outreach to spread the word about the all services we offer at 5 Star Concierge, LLC by attending and...

Lee Erickson
May 18, 20232 min read


Volunteering - Good for Your Heart and Your Health!
When we're not working with our clients as personal assistants to seniors, Team 5 Star enjoys volunteering in our local community. Last...

Lee Erickson
May 11, 20232 min read


Hearing Loss-Dementia Connection
According to an article published by John Hopkins, "Hearing loss doesn’t just mean an older adult needs to turn up the TV. It’s been...

Lee Erickson
May 4, 20232 min read


Wellness & Fitness Workshops Sponsored by 5 Star Concierge
5 Star Concierge, LLC is very excited and pleased to announce that we are partnering with Willamalane Park and Recreation District...

Lee Erickson
Apr 27, 20231 min read


Walking with Older Adults
I have a lovely client, 98 years young, who loves to do gentle exercises daily and go on short walks as often as the weather permits....

Lee Erickson
Apr 20, 20233 min read


Transporting Seniors
One of the many services we offer at 5 Star Concierge, LLC is providing transportation for our clients. We offer to chauffeur them to and...

Lee Erickson
Apr 13, 20239 min read


Caregiving Costs
AARP offers members caregiving resources including an online event and workbook to help families manage caregiving costs for their loved...

Lee Erickson
Apr 6, 20231 min read


The Critical Role of Kindness in Senior Care
As caregivers, the first step to caring for others is caring for oneself, being kind to oneself. Unless our tank is full of loving...
leahetling
Mar 30, 20232 min read


A Legal Checklist for Family Caregivers in 6 Steps
AARP: If you're a caregiver, part of your job may be to keep track of your loved one's legal affairs. And you probably know — or are...

Lee Erickson
Mar 23, 20234 min read


A Concierge, Your Personal Assistant
This is a repost of one of our first posts (2019), as a refresher of what it is we do for our clients at 5 Star Concierge, LLC. It is our...

Lee Erickson
Mar 9, 20232 min read


Delight your loved one with home-cooked meals.
Our clients often count on us for preparing and serving tasty home-cooked meals; they look forward to it. Most of them rarely leave their...

Lee Erickson
Mar 2, 20232 min read


Photos and Cards, a walk down memory lane.
Are you feeling at a loss what to do and what to talk about when you visit a loved one, especially one who is suffering from some level...

Lee Erickson
Feb 23, 20231 min read


Journaling - Keeping a Daily Log
Whether a family member or a hired caregiver, we serve as the eyes and ears for our aging loved one or client. When we spend protracted...

Lee Erickson
Feb 16, 20232 min read


Cognition and Creativity
As adults age, and they find their social engagement more limited, it's wonderful when we can help them find ways to feel more alive and...

Lee Erickson
Feb 9, 20232 min read


Decluttering and Downsizing
For those who wish to remain in place with grace as they age, we love helping our clients declutter their homes by helping them sort,...

Lee Erickson
Feb 2, 20232 min read


Isolation Can Increase Risk of Dementia
According to a recent study by John Hopkins researchers, isolated elderly are twenty-eight percent more likely to develop dementia than...

Lee Erickson
Jan 19, 20231 min read


Home Safety Tips for Seniors
The team of 5 Star Concierge takes the safety of our clients very seriously and work closely with family members to ensure safety...

Lee Erickson
Jan 13, 20234 min read


New Year Resolutions for Older Adults and Caregivers
Wishing everyone a blessed and healthy New Year! Please share this helpful information with your loved one and caregiving team - and if...

Lee Erickson
Jan 5, 20233 min read
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