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November 5, 2021 by Kirk Brechbiel

Ella Home Care’s Favorite Holiday Traditions

Traditions are among the most important part of any culture, and often they are tied to the holidays we celebrate. As we prepare to enter this holiday season, Ella Home Care wants to share the warmth of our own favorite holiday traditions with you! You may find that many of these are similar to your own. Or there may be something new you will learn! Keep reading to learn what Ella staff looks forward to most around the holidays.

Annual Holiday Open House

Every year Ella Home Care staff come together for a festive celebration during our annual holiday open house. We enjoy a wonderful spread of delicious treats and simply time spent together outside of work. This gives our whole team time to get to know one another on a more personal level and celebrate the holiday season.

Gingerbread House Kits

One of our favorite holiday traditions is putting together gingerbread house kits for our caregivers and clients.  We encourage them to make this an activity they do together during the holidays to create an extra special memory. Creating a gingerbread house takes patience, creativity, and a light heart. So, this is one more way that we take special care to create a fun and loving environment when our caregivers and clients are together.

Cookie Decorating with Clients

Another holiday tradition that is shared between caregivers and clients over the holidays is cookie decorating. Just like our gingerbread house making, this is an activity perfect for all ages and abilities. You can’t go wrong! Together, we decorate fresh baked cookies with festive colors and decorations to express our holiday cheer. And beyond cookies, many of our staff also enjoy helping our clients decorate their homes. For those who need an extra hand or a little extra height to reach an area with décor, we’re happy to help!

The Big “Sweets Exchange”

For the first time this year, Ella Home Care is introducing the new holiday tradition of a holiday cookie exchange! We can’t wait to share all of our homemade and signature recipes with one another by trading sweets and treats that we can enjoy all season long. Best of all, this tradition expands well beyond just our staff but to their families and friends who may enjoy the benefits of this cookie exchange as well!

Which one of our holiday traditions is your favorite? Is there a unique celebration in your family you want to share with us? Join in the conversation by leaving a comment below!

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December 12, 2019 by Kirk Brechbiel

Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Personal Caregivers

If you or someone in your family has ever benefited from the help of a personal caregiver, you understand just how much their presence impacts your life on a regular basis. When the holidays roll around, you may find yourself searching for the perfect symbol of your gratitude for all the work they do. To help you out, we provided some of our top gift ideas for caregivers that will leave them feeling loved and appreciated. Take a look!

Hand Care

A personal in-home caregiver relies heavily upon their hands to assist senior adults in their home. From cooking and cleaning, to dressing, bathing and assisting them around the home, hands are used for just about every task. What better way to pamper a caregiver during the holiday season than with new hand lotions or a gift certificate to a local nail salon. For the hands that do so much work throughout the year, reward them with a little rest and relaxation.

Warm Socks or Slippers

Make your caregiver feel even more comfortable around the home by gifting them some warm socks or slippers. The winter months can be harsh on the feet and there’s not much worse than feeling cold. Socks or slippers, whether worn in your house or in theirs, will be a welcome retreat that will make them think of you every time they wear them.

Gift Cards to a Local Store or Restaurant

Another thoughtful gift for a caregiver is a gift card to a local store or restaurant you know they like. This provides them with something they can enjoy during their off hours either alone or with family and friends. More than just a cash bonus, a gift card shows you put thought into the gesture and that you know enough about them to know what stores and restaurants they prefer.

Comfortable Sweater

Much like warm slippers, a cozy and comfortable sweater is a great present because you can never have too many! Stick to neutral colors, unless you know a color they really like. For extra convenience, choose a style that zips half way or the full way down the center so they can put it on or take it off as they please.

A Keepsake or Craft

Finally, an extremely thoughtful gift for a personal caregiver is a keepsake or handmade craft that reminds them of the person for whom they care. Do you have any photos of your loved one and their caregiver? Consider framing it or placing it in a photo album with some other photos and quotes that are relevant to their relationship. Or if you or your loved one are crafty, consider hand-making them something like a scarf, blanket, mittens, or a painting. More than just a gift you can buy, this shows them that you personally care enough to take your own time to make them something from the heart.

Who is on your holiday gift list this year? These thoughtful gift ideas are great for more than just personal caregivers. Get inspired to give the gift of love this year.

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