THE elder Care Professional of The Year

We are delighted to introduce you to our Scarborough & Ryedale, 2022 ‘Care Professional of The Year,’ Nicole!

Gail Sperry, our Care Quality Coordinator, had the following to say about Nicole:

“Nicole is our youngest care professional. Despite being just 22 years old, she has the level head and maturity of someone twice her age. Her clients think the absolute world of her, and we’re frequently getting requests for her to visit more! Nicole has a very empathetic nature that really shines through, and

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she is especially kind and understanding with clients with dementia. If my parents needed care, Nicole is the care professional I would want looking after them.”

Huge congratulations to Nicole, you are an absolute superstar, and we cannot express how thankful we are to have you part of our fantastic team.

She’s pictured here picking up her certificate and a couple of gifts from our owner, Luke!

Congratulaions Nicole!

February was Healthy Heart Awareness Month, and at Home Instead, we believe in the importance of taking care of our hearts. Here are a few tips for maintaining a healthy heart:

• Eat a healthy diet: This means focusing on whole, unprocessed foods and making sure to get plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

• Exercise regularly: Physical activity is crucial for maintaining a healthy heart. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week.

• Don’t smoke: Smoking is one of the leading causes of heart disease. If you smoke, now is the time to quit!

• Get enough sleep:

Sleep is important for overall health, including heart health. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night.

• Manage stress: Chronic stress can lead to heart disease, so it’s important to find healthy ways to manage stress, such as exercise, meditation, or talking to a therapist. By taking care of our hearts, we can live longer, healthier lives. Let’s make a commitment to heart health this month and beyond!