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Serving Hands Senior Care

We offer seniors in-home care services covering every aspect of non-medical homecare. Albert, Devon, Onoway and surrounding areas.

Personal care, senior respite, companionship, snow removal, light housekeeping, meal prep & much more. Our in home care allows seniors to remain independent and enjoy the security and comfort of their own homes for as long as possible. This includes anything from recovering from a recent surgery to providing specific home care for seniors, including companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparat

ion, laundry, transportation, yard care, and more. We offer in home care services covering every aspect of non-medical homecare west of Edmonton, including Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Parkland County, St. Looking not only at the needs of our clients but also the needs of their family's as well. We believe quality is better than quantity. Our services provide safety and comfort for your loved ones allowing your family the ability to focus on enjoying the quality time with your loved ones.

Our seniors deserve to have options, and probably the most appealing option they would have is safety and independence in the comfort of their own homes (when possible) with their pets, gardens, etc. At Serving Hands Senior Care, we offer peace of mind for families through providing safety and comfort for your family member at home, in hospitals or in care facilities. We can tailor a home care arrangement to fit both your family's lifestyle and budget. We can schedule a caregiver to help for a few hours a day or week. We're here for you seven days a week 24/7, including holidays and weekends. Call us @780-963-1516 for a free, in-home care consultation to talk about how we can meet your family's needs.

06/19/2026

Most families don’t realize how many hidden safety risks can exist inside the home until a crisis happens.

A rug that shifts slightly.
Poor lighting in a hallway.
A bed that’s too low.
Unsafe transfers.
Medication confusion.
A senior who is becoming weaker, more forgetful, or less steady — little by little.

Often, these changes happen gradually, which makes them easy to adapt to and difficult to notice.

That’s why, before services begin, our nurses complete a comprehensive assessment designed to support both client safety and caregiver safety.

We look at far more than just fall risks. We assess mobility, transfers, cognition, skin integrity, emergency preparedness, environmental hazards, and the overall safety of the care environment.

Because good care starts long before the first scheduled visit.

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we believe prevention matters. A thoughtful safety assessment can help families feel more confident, more supported, and better prepared to help their loved one remain safe at home.

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06/18/2026

Many families lock doors for safety — without realizing it can also create serious emergency risks.

For seniors living with dementia, wandering concerns often lead families to add locks, barriers, alarms, or extra security around the home.

The intention is protection.

But during a fire, medical emergency, or evacuation, those same safety measures can sometimes delay a quick escape.

Things to consider:

✔ Can the door be unlocked quickly in an emergency?

✔ Would emergency responders be able to enter if needed?

✔ Is everyone in the home familiar with the exit plan?

✔ Are smoke detectors and emergency contacts up to date?

✔ Could a door alarm, motion sensor, or monitoring device provide safety without blocking an exit?

There is rarely a one-size-fits-all solution.

The safest approach is often one that balances both needs:

• Reducing wandering risks

• Preserving emergency access

Simple things can help:

✔ Ensure caregivers know how all locks work

✔ Avoid overly complicated locking systems

✔ Keep exits clear and accessible

✔ Review fire escape plans regularly

✔ Consider alarms or monitoring systems alongside safer exit strategies

Sometimes the safest home is not the one with the most locks —

but the one with the best balance between safety, dignity, and emergency preparedness.

When dementia changes behaviour, families are often forced to solve difficult safety challenges they never expected to face.

The goal isn't simply adding more locks.

It's creating a safer environment overall.

Serving Hands Senior Care helps families navigate changing care needs with practical strategies that support both safety and dignity.

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🌐 www.servinghandsseniorcare.com

06/17/2026

Most people think of falls when they think about senior safety — but did you know that simply sliding down in bed can also create serious health risks for older adults?

For seniors who spend long periods in bed or have limited mobility, pressure and friction on the skin can slowly lead to painful pressure injuries and skin breakdown. Often, it starts gradually and can be easy to miss in the early stages.

That’s why proper repositioning matters so much.

Small adjustments in bed can help:
• Reduce pressure on fragile skin
• Improve comfort and circulation
• Prevent soreness and skin breakdown
• Support safer breathing and posture
• Protect overall health and dignity

Using proper positioning techniques and repositioning sheets can make a significant difference in both comfort and safety for bed-bound seniors.

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we believe good care is often found in the little things — the details that help seniors feel comfortable, protected, and cared for each day.

To learn more about our services, visit:
www.servinghandsseniorcare.com

06/16/2026

Some bruises are invisible.
Some wounds are hidden behind silence.

This World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we are reminded that protecting older adults starts with something simple but powerful: paying attention. 💜

A sudden withdrawal. Fearfulness around certain people. Unexplained financial changes. Poor hygiene. Isolation. Sometimes the signs of elder abuse are subtle — and far too often, they go unnoticed.

Every senior deserves to age with dignity, safety, respect, and a voice that is heard.

Elder abuse can take many forms:
• Emotional abuse and intimidation
• Financial exploitation
• Neglect or abandonment
• Physical harm
• Social isolation and control

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we believe caring for seniors means more than meeting physical needs. It means protecting dignity, preserving independence, and creating environments where older adults feel safe, valued, and genuinely seen.

Awareness matters because silence protects abuse — but conversation protects people.

Today, we encourage our community to:
💜 Check in on an older neighbour or loved one
💜 Learn the signs of elder abuse
💜 Speak up when something doesn’t feel right
💜 Lead with patience, compassion, and respect

Together, we can build a community where seniors are not overlooked, dismissed, or forgotten — but honoured for the lives they have lived and the wisdom they continue to share.

Let’s continue creating a safer, kinder future for older adults in our communities.

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06/15/2026

Today, we’re celebrating someone incredibly special — Jenise! 🎉

Your kindness, compassion, leadership, and ability to make people feel seen and supported do not go unnoticed. Whether it’s helping families through difficult moments, supporting the team, or simply bringing warmth into the room, you make a difference in so many lives every single day.

Thank you for everything you do for Serving Hands Senior Care and the community we serve.

Wishing you a very happy 40th birthday filled with love, laughter, and all the joy you so freely give to others. 💛

Help us wish Jenise a happy birthday in the comments! 🎂

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06/14/2026

Sometimes, respite care isn’t about “taking a break.”

It’s about finally being able to exhale.

Family caregivers often carry more than people realize — balancing appointments, medications, meals, safety concerns, work, parenting, and the emotional weight of watching someone they love change over time.

And somewhere in the middle of all of that, their own needs quietly move to the bottom of the list.

Respite care offers caregivers a chance to rest, recharge, attend appointments, spend time with family, or simply breathe for a few hours without carrying everything alone.

Because stepping away for a moment doesn’t mean you care less.

In many cases, it’s what allows caregivers to continue showing up with patience, energy, and compassion.

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we believe supporting the caregiver is just as important as supporting the person receiving care.

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06/13/2026

Sometimes, what looks like “worsening dementia” may actually be dehydration.

For many older adults — especially those living with dementia — staying hydrated becomes more difficult than families often realize.

They may:

✔ forget to drink water
✔ not recognize thirst cues
✔ avoid drinking because of bathroom concerns
✔ become more confused when dehydrated

And even mild dehydration can have a significant impact.

Families may notice:

increased confusion
fatigue
dizziness
headaches
urinary tract infections
greater fall risk

Often, the changes happen quietly.

A person may seem “more off lately” without anyone immediately realizing hydration could be part of the reason.

As warmer weather approaches, it’s an important reminder that small daily habits can make a meaningful difference.

Offering drinks regularly.
Using favourite cups.
Adding fruit to water.
Keeping beverages visible and easy to reach.

Sometimes the smallest supports help protect comfort, clarity, and wellbeing in a very big way.

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we know dementia care is often about noticing the small things — because they can have a big impact.

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06/12/2026

Spring has a way of bringing parts of him back. 🌱

He may not remember what he had for breakfast.

But place a pot in his hands, and suddenly —
he knows exactly what to do.

The feel of the soil.
The smell of fresh earth.
The quiet rhythm of planting.

Sometimes memory returns through the body long before it returns through words.

We see this often in dementia care.

Familiar routines and lifelong habits can awaken confidence, purpose, and moments of recognition that feel deeply meaningful for families.

And those moments can feel bittersweet.

You’re watching someone you love change…

yet in these small seasonal traditions, they are still right there.

✔ familiar routines can help build confidence
✔ sensory experiences like soil, scent, and touch can support memory and connection
✔ simple purpose — even watering a plant — can shift the emotional tone of an entire day

Spring is more than a season.

Sometimes, it becomes a doorway back to something familiar.

What’s something your loved one comes back to every spring? 🌿

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06/11/2026

Stroke doesn’t always look the way people expect — especially in older adults.

Sometimes, it’s not dramatic.

It’s a quiet shift that feels:
“just a little off.”

During Stroke Awareness Month, families often notice signs like:

✔ sudden confusion or trouble understanding
✔ slurred or hard-to-find words
✔ weakness or numbness in the face, arm, or leg — often on one side
✔ trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of balance
✔ sudden vision changes in one or both eyes
✔ a severe headache that feels different than usual

If something feels wrong, trust that instinct.

Call 911 right away.

When it comes to stroke, time matters more than many people realize.

And recovery doesn’t end at the hospital.

For many seniors, returning home after a stroke can feel both comforting and overwhelming at the same time.

Simple routines may suddenly feel harder.
Mobility may change.
Confidence may feel shaken.

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we help families navigate those transitions with calm, familiar support — helping seniors rebuild routines, support safety, and adjust to changing needs after a stroke.

Because recovery is not only physical.

It’s emotional too.

And no one should have to navigate that alone. ❤️

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06/10/2026

Some nights, it’s not the noise that wakes you — it’s the worry.

You listen for movement.
You wonder if they’ve gotten out of bed.
You check the hallway, the bathroom, the front door… just in case.

For many families caring for someone living with dementia, nighttime can feel like the most emotionally exhausting part of caregiving.

The house may be quiet.

But your mind rarely is.

Wandering, confusion, restlessness, and nighttime wakefulness do not follow a schedule. And for many caregivers, sleep becomes lighter, interrupted, and filled with constant alertness.

Tools like bed exit alarms are not only about safety.

Sometimes they are about reassurance.

A small layer of support that helps families rest a little easier, knowing they’ll be alerted if someone needs help during the night.

Because caregiving does not stop when the house goes quiet.

At Serving Hands Senior Care, we understand that safety and peace of mind often matter most during the moments no one else sees.

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Address

200, 72 Boulder Boulevard
Stony Plain, AB
T7Z1V7

Telephone

+17809631516

Website

http://www.servinghandsseniorcare.com/

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