Moving is not Easy
August 2025 Over the last month, my family made a major life change—we moved. Now that I’m on the other side of packing, purging, donating, and unpacking, a few truths have surfaced that are worth sharing—especially for the families we serve at Senior Provisions Truth #1: Moving is a form of trauma. This first truth […]
Hydration, Therapy and Support!
June 2025 Benefits of Hydration! Get your 8! Causes of Dehydration: Medications: It’s not uncommon for seniors to be on several medications at any given time. Some of these may be diuretic, while others may cause patients to sweat more. Decreased Thirst: A person’s sense of thirst becomes less acute as they age. In addition, frail […]
Resources for Caregivers!
June 2025 Summer Travel for Caregivers Traveling with your loved one is absolutely possible! With a little pre-planning and support, make it a goal to get out and make memories. Your trips may look a little different than you originally thought they would but learn to enjoy the small moments and claim the smiles as […]
Lessons to Learn
May 2025 Piano…Lessons Ruth Woodson My friend’s daughter had taken piano lessons throughout her childhood. The weekly lessons were a highlight for them both. After school they would stop by a coffee shop and then take the slow drive to the piano teacher’s house. Her home was warm and tidy, albeit full of a lifetime […]
7 Dimensions of Wellness
March 2025 Plan A, Is this the best choice? By Amy Hentschel When we are in front of groups presenting on senior living, we often will ask the question, “who would prefer to stay in their home until the end of their life?” Inevitably, all the hands shoot up in the room. This is not […]
Counting the Cost
March 2025 Counting the Cost With the cost of senior care rising every year, many families are asking—how can we afford quality care for our loved ones? If you have shopped for in-home care or assisted living in recent years, you’ve likely noticed that prices just keep climbing! Many of us remember when hiring a […]
A New Year to “Put On & Take Off
January 2025 A New Year to “Put On & Take Off” By: Amy Hentschel, Owner/Senior Care Advisor Senior Provisions, LLC The New Year represents to me an opportunity to reset. If you have gained a few pounds, you now have a chance to lose them without the temptations of holiday baking. If you have spent […]
Position Has Been Filled!
October 2024 Position Has Been Filled! Congratulations! You are now a full-time caregiver! You started as a volunteer, but because you consistently showed up with a smile on your face, and put in your best effort, you landed the job! I will also note that for some reason, all other candidates have withdrawn their interest. […]
Caregiver Support Group
JOIN US IN PERSON! First Wednesday of the Month 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Register at www.seniorprovisions.com/events Facilitated by: Shelby Rush, Certified Senior Care Advisor Location: Ahava Healthcare2160 Fountain Dr., Suite 220Snellville, GA 30078 www.SeniorProvisions.com 1-888-979-8783 socialize, learn about resources, and Be Encouraged! The Geriatric Psychiatry Outpatient Services provide comprehensive services for adults ages 65 […]
Travel Tips for Caregivers
Traveling with your loved one is absolutely possible! With a little pre-planning and support, make it a goal to get out and make memories. Your trips may look a little different than you originally thought they would but learn to enjoy the small moments and claim the smiles as victories! Here are some tips for traveling safer and being better prepared.