Health Care At Home, PC

01/01/2026

Hello, 2026! Whatever the year holds, Health Care At Home is here to help. 💙

12/31/2025

🎉 Happy New Year’s Eve!
Our office is closed today through the weekend and will reopen Monday.
As always, we are available for urgent phone calls if needed.
Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and healthy start to the New Year! 💙

12/29/2025

You don’t have to wait for a crisis. A few hours of support now can make a big difference later. Call 989-872-2793 and let’s talk through your options.

12/25/2025

12/24/2025

Our offices will be closed from December 24th until Monday December 29th. As always we are available 24/7 to our clients and staff for urgent issues.

12/22/2025

🍒 Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Tenderloin

Sweet, savory, and fork-tender — a holiday meal that feels special without the work.

📝 Ingredients:
1½–2 lb pork tenderloin
Salt & pepper
1 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp cinnamon (optional – adds subtle holiday warmth)

⏱️ Slow Cooker Directions:
Season pork with salt & pepper
Place pork in slow cooker
Whisk remaining ingredients and pour over pork

Cover and cook:
LOW: 6–7 hours
HIGH: 3–4 hours

Slice or shred and spoon cranberry sauce over top
💡 Optional: Thicken sauce by removing pork and whisking in a cornstarch slurry on HIGH for 10–15 minutes.

12/20/2025

Friendly Year-End Reminder
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As we head into the end of the year, please take a moment to make sure that any employer you worked for this year has your current mailing address on file.

W-2 forms are mailed after January 1, and having the correct address helps ensure they reach you without delay.

This includes past or current employers, even if you no longer work there. Taking care of this now can save time and stress later.

Happy Holidays!

12/17/2025

💙 Wellness Wednesday – Create a “Yay!” List

The holiday season can get busy — and sometimes a little overwhelming. One simple way to lift your spirits and stay grounded is to create a “Yay!” List every night.

A Yay List is a quick reflection on anything that made you smile or feel grateful during the day. These little moments matter — and they’re easy to overlook.

Here are some things that might go on your list:

✨ Finding a few dollars in your winter coat pocket
✨ A surprise call from a friend or family member
✨ Hearing a favorite Christmas song on the radio
✨ A client sharing a sweet holiday story
✨ Catching a beautiful sunset on your way home
✨ Seeing Christmas lights around town
✨ A cozy cup of cocoa shared with someone you care for

For our clients, this can be a wonderful way to stay positive during the winter months. Encouraging them to talk about one “Yay!” moment each day — even something small — can boost mood, reduce stress, and create meaningful connection during caregiver visits.

🎄 Holiday Tip:
Pick up a festive journal or notepad to make it fun! Holiday-themed pages or winter colors can help motivate you (and your clients) to reflect each night. It’s a cozy way to end the day and stay mindful during the busiest season of the year.

Celebrate the little things — they add up to big joy. 💙

12/15/2025

❄️ Holiday Cranberry Chicken Skillet

A warm and festive chicken dish that feels like Christmas dinner without all the work. Sweet, savory, and ready in under 30 minutes!

✨ Ingredients:
4 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup orange juice
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional but delicious)
1 tbsp olive oil
2–3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp rosemary
Salt & pepper to taste

✨ Instructions:
Heat olive oil in a skillet. Season chicken with salt & pepper and sear 3–4 minutes per side.
In a bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce, broth, orange juice, garlic, and rosemary.
Pour sauce over chicken, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until cooked through and the sauce thickens.
Optional: Finish with a splash of balsamic for depth.

Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or stuffing cups for a festive flair.

12/12/2025

🎄 Fun Fact Friday – December 12th
✨ The Tradition of Christmas Stockings Started by Accident!

Legend says Christmas stockings became a tradition thanks to Saint Nicholas and a struggling family.
A widowed father couldn’t afford gifts for his three daughters, so St. Nick secretly dropped bags of gold down the chimney — and they landed in the girls’ stockings hanging by the fire to dry.

That heartwarming story sparked a tradition that’s lasted for hundreds of years!

🧦 Today, stockings are one of the most loved parts of Christmas morning — and they started as a simple act of kindness.

12/10/2025

💙 Wellness Wednesday – Pamper Your Feet

Your feet carry you through long days, busy schedules, and Michigan winters — they deserve a little love!

A pedicure is so much more than painting your nails. Taking time to care for your feet can help remove calluses, soften rough spots, and leave you feeling relaxed from head to toe.

✨ Wellness Tip:
Use a foot mask or gentle exfoliating scrub before trimming nails or pushing back cuticles. This helps soften tough, dry skin and leaves your feet feeling baby-soft.

Whether you’re a caregiver on your feet all day or a senior needing a little extra comfort, pampering your feet is a simple act of self-care that goes a long way. 💙

12/08/2025

🍴 Menu Monday – ❄️ Creamy Sausage & White Bean Skillet

Warm, hearty, and ready in under 25 minutes — this dish is perfect for caregivers who need something quick, and seniors who enjoy soft, comforting meals.

🧾 Ingredients:
1 lb ground sausage (mild or Italian)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1 can (15 oz) Great Northern or cannellini beans, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup frozen spinach (or a handful of fresh)
½ cup milk or half-and-half
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Brown sausage in a skillet with diced onion. Drain any extra grease.
2️⃣ Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
3️⃣ Stir in beans, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning.
4️⃣ Reduce heat and add milk/half-and-half. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
5️⃣ Add spinach and Parmesan; stir until creamy.
6️⃣ Season with salt and pepper. Serve with toast, biscuits, or over noodles.

💙 Caregiver Tip:
This dish is packed with protein and fiber and can be made softer by simmering a few extra minutes. Perfect for meal-prep and reheats beautifully.