Category Archives: Home Care

Reducing Loneliness in Elders Around the Holidays

Posted on December 7, 2011 by MAS Medical Staffing

by Carol Bradley Bursack It’s very human to feel that holidays should be happy times, with generations of traditions coming to the forefront. After all, we say we celebrate holidays. Doesn’t that mean happiness? The reality, however, is that many … Read More

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Stockings for Seniors!

Posted on November 21, 2011 by MAS Medical Staffing

Although it’s heartbreaking to think about, many seniors spend the holidays alone. No decorations, no gifts, and no big family gathering. MAS Home Care is proud to introduce our new non-profit organization, “Stockings for Seniors,” to Maine and New Hampshire. … Read More

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The Transition from Hospital to Home

Posted on October 3, 2011 by MAS Medical Staffing

Mom has major surgery on Tuesday, and then is discharged and sent home on Friday. Though it may seem severe, it happens all the time. Procedures that once kept patients in the hospital for several days, now often involve only … Read More

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The Power of Positive Language

Posted on September 12, 2011 by MAS Medical Staffing

At MAS Home Care, we believe in “simple human values.” We make it our sole mission to treat our clients as we would treat our own loved ones: with respect, warmth, and positivity. Many of our clients have Alzheimer’s or … Read More

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Need a Break from Caregiving? Avoid Burnout: Find Respite Care

Posted on May 2, 2011 by MAS Medical Staffing

Millions of caregivers throughout our country are putting in long hours, putting up with very difficult circumstances, including difficult aging loved ones, and have little or no relief. If you don’t have much money to spare, how can you get … Read More

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