The Conversations Nobody Wants to Have (But Everyone Needs To): A Guide for the Sandwich Generation
You’re juggling soccer practice and board meetings. Your teenager needs help with college applications while your mom’s doctor just called about her latest test results. Welcome to the sandwich generation—where “having it all” sometimes feels like being buried under it all. If you’re reading this between carpool drop-off and a work deadline, you’re not alone. […]
The Advantages of Using a Home Care Agency vs. a Private Caregiver
For Families Short on Time: Key Takeaways The Growing Need for In-Home Support As the U.S. population ages—over 21% of adults in Maine are now 65 or older (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024)—families are increasingly turning to in-home care to help loved ones remain safe and independent. When exploring options, many families compare private caregivers and […]
Fall Prevention for Seniors: A Growing Crisis in Maine and What Families Can Do
The numbers are alarming. A recent Portland Press Herald investigation revealed that fall-related deaths among older Mainers have surged 165% over the past decade—from 47.7 deaths per 100,000 seniors in 2012 to 126.5 deaths in 2023. For Maine families, this isn’t just a statistic, it’s an urgent call to action.
The Power of a Break: Why Respite Care Helps Families and Loved Ones Thrive
Discover how respite care reduces stress, improves health, and supports family caregivers. Learn flexible options from D&C Home Care in Maine.
From the Ice to In-Home Care: What Hockey Taught Me About Leading a Winning Home Care Team
Discover how D&C Home Care’s owner uses lessons from 20 years in professional hockey to build a winning Maine home care team. Teamwork, preparation, and compassion drive exceptional senior in-home care.
Aging Healthy at Home: How to Thrive Safely and Comfortably in Your Golden Years
Aging isn’t just about counting birthdays – it’s about living well through each one. More and more older adults are choosing to do just that in the comfort of home.
Exploring Alternative Funding Sources for Non-Medical In-Home Care
For many older adults, the ability to age in place – remaining in the comfort and familiarity
of their own home – is essential to their emotional well-being and quality of life.
Caring for a Senior Parent: You’re Not Alone
Navigating the challenges of caring for an aging parent can feel overwhelming – but you don’t have to do it alone.
The Future of In-Home Care in Maine: Technology, Policy, and Promise
As Maine’s population ages—more rapidly than almost any other state—the demand for high-quality, accessible in-home care is becoming increasingly urgent
From Pro Hockey to Home Care: Navigating Wins, Losses, and the Timing of Parental Support
January 1st, 2017 was my first day as the new owner of a personal care agency. After 20 years in professional hockey as a player, coach, manager and front office executive I was ready to take on a new challenge in a world I was very new to. My first goal was to build relationships […]