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Discover how in-home care helps seniors maintain independence at home. Learn how personal support, skilled care, and compassionate services empower individuals to live safely and confidently where they belong.

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Explore the differences between Personal Care Services, Home Health, and Hospice to find the right in-home care for your loved one. Learn how Addus HomeCare supports every stage of the care journey.

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Learn why mental health matters for older adults and how in-home care can support emotional well-being. Discover signs to watch for and simple ways to foster resilience and connection.

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Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with challenges. Many family caregivers give so much of themselves that they forget to take care of their own well-being. Over time, exhaustion can set in, leading to burnout—a state of physical, emotional, and mental fatigue.

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Staying mentally active doesn’t have to mean solving complicated puzzles or memorizing long lists. In fact, some of the best ways to keep the brain engaged are enjoyable and easy to incorporate into daily life.

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Spring brings blooming flowers, warmer days, and, unfortunately, allergy season. While many people experience mild seasonal sniffles, allergies can be especially tough for seniors. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to reduce exposure to allergens and ease symptoms.

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Dr. Bath was the first African-American woman to receive a medical patent. She invented a laser device for the treatment of cataracts, which revolutionized the field of ophthalmology.

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Dr. Ball developed the "Ball Method," which became the most effective treatment for leprosy during the early 20th century. Her method helped reduce symptoms and improved the quality of life for countless individuals before the development of modern antibiotics.

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Dr. Carruthers invented the first moon-based telescope, which was used on the Apollo 16 mission. His work on ultraviolet astronomy helped in the development of instruments to study the Earth's atmosphere and the distant cosmos.

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Dr. Daly was the first African-American woman to earn a PhD in chemistry in the United States. Her research in the field of biochemistry contributed significantly to our understanding of how cholesterol can clog arteries, leading to heart disease.

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