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Thank You from ThedaCare At Home

Supporting Independent Living in 2025 and Beyond As 2025 comes to a close, all of us at ThedaCare At Home want to take a moment to say thank you. Whether...

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Thank You from ThedaCare At Home

Supporting Independent Living in 2025 and Beyond As 2025 comes to a close, all of us at ThedaCare At Home want to take a moment to say thank you. Whether you visited us in-store, browsed online, asked questions, or referred a friend, your trust and...

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How to Make the Holidays Easier for Seniors at Home

The holidays and winter season are full of joyful moments, but for older adults, this time of year can also bring unique challenges. Cold weather, slippery sidewalks, bustling households, and fatigue can all take a toll. If you’re caring for an...

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5 Best Holiday Gifts for Seniors That Support Independent Living

Looking for the perfect gift for your aging parent, grandparent, or an older loved one who seems to have everything? This year, give them something truly meaningful: the gift of independence, comfort, and safety at home. At ThedaCare At Home, we’ve...

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aging in place, Gift Ideas, Holidays, Home Safety, Mobility, seniors

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How to Talk to Your Family About Power of Attorney and Future Care

Planning for the future isn’t always easy, especially when it involves sensitive topics like independence, legal authority, and long-term care. But having honest conversations about Power of Attorney (POA), living wills, and caregiving needs is...

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aging in place, care planning, future care, power of attorney

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Hospital Bag Checklist for Mastectomy Patients: What to Pack for Surgery

Preparing for a mastectomy is an emotional and physical journey and packing the right items for your hospital stay can help ease anxiety and support your recovery. Whether you’re having a single or double mastectomy, a well-planned hospital bag...

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Breast Cancer, post-mastectomy

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Breast Self-Exams After Mastectomy: What to Know & Home Safety Tips

Surviving breast cancer is a powerful testament to strength, courage, and the importance of early detection. But healing doesn’t end with treatment; it continues through daily self-awareness, emotional wellness, and creating a safe, supportive environment...

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Breast Cancer, post-mastectomy

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Top 5 Ways to Fall-Proof Your Home This Fall

As we enter September, it’s the perfect time to spotlight Fall Prevention Month and how small changes in your home can protect older adults from injury. Whether you’re aging in place or caring for a parent or grandparent, fall prevention is...

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aging in place, aids to daily living, fall prevention, Mobility, recovery, seniors

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How to Lower Your Risk of Falling: Tips for Older Adults

Falls are one of the most common, and preventable, causes of injury among older adults. According to the CDC, 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls each year, leading to over 3 million ER visits and nearly 1 million hospitalizations. These falls can result...

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accessibility, aging in place, aids to daily living, canes, fall prevention, Home Safety, Mobility, rollators, seniors, walkers

Helping Your Child Adjust to CPAP Therapy
Helping Your Child Adjust to CPAP Therapy

Starting CPAP therapy can be a big adjustment, especially for kids. Whether your child has been diagnosed with pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or another condition requiring CPAP, the initial transition may come with some resistance, discomfort,...

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cpap, cpap therapy, sleep apnea, sleep health, sleep therapy

Student Athletes' Guide to Injury Prevention and Recovery Equipment
Student Athletes' Guide to Injury Prevention and Recovery Equipment

Whether you’re sprinting down the soccer field, diving for a volleyball, or grinding through intense training sessions, student athletes constantly push their bodies to the limit. But with that drive comes a real risk of injury. The good news? Many...

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braces and supports, injury recovery, sports injury, student athletes