Connections to Care, LLC

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12/25/2025

Warmest holiday wishes! 🎄✨

At Connections to Care, we know that the holiday season is all about staying connected—to our loved ones, our health, and our community.

In our blog post and podcast episode, we’re sharing special holiday insights and stories you won't want to miss!

📖 Read the full post: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/c2cblog

🎧listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19WtazzpFnUuAd5qiOgC9K?si=416d902462c34aae

Happy Holidays and a very Merry Christmas! 🤶❤️

Merry Christmas to you and our Family!!Wishing you all the joy, warmth, and magic this Christmas season! 🎄 May your days...
12/24/2025

Merry Christmas to you and our Family!!

Wishing you all the joy, warmth, and magic this Christmas season! 🎄 May your days be merry and bright, filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones! 🎅🎁

🎄 Keeping Seniors Happy This Christmas Season*🎄We've spent the past few weeks sharing insights, stories, and practical a...
12/24/2025

🎄 Keeping Seniors Happy This Christmas Season*🎄

We've spent the past few weeks sharing insights, stories, and practical advice on our blog about what truly matters when caring for aging loved ones during the holidays.

💙 Need support this holiday season or in the new year?

We're here to help with compassionate, non-medical home care and aging life care management.

📞 (864) 549-0023
📧 info@connectionstocare.com
🌐 www.ConnectionsToCare.com

🎄 This Christmas, what if the best gift you could give your aging parent isn't something you can wrap?We've all been the...
12/23/2025

🎄 This Christmas, what if the best gift you could give your aging parent isn't something you can wrap?

We've all been there—scrolling endlessly for the "perfect" gift, knowing deep down that what Mom or Dad really wants is just... us. Our time. Our presence. Our undivided attention.

Loneliness affects nearly 1 in 4 seniors during the holidays. While we're rushing between parties and pageants, many of our aging loved ones are sitting quietly at home, watching the season pass by.

This week's article explores why companionship is the most meaningful gift—and how to give it, even when life gets busy.

📖 Read the full post: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/post/gift-of-
companionship-seniors-christmas

🎧 Or listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zjQQL9G44OAAtjbIlo6Yj?si=6ddba99b47a742bd

💙 Because the best gifts aren't things—they're moments.

12/22/2025

🎄 Staying Connected This Holiday Season 🎄

The holidays can be isolating for older adults. Simple acts like scheduled visits, including them in traditions, and meaningful conversations can make all the difference.

This season, ask yourself: What does your aging parent need most—and are they getting it?

📖 Read our full blog: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/c2cblog

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19WtazzpFnUuAd5qiOgC9K?si=158a22dd96f24f45

Connections to Care
📞 (864) 549-0023
📧 info@connectionstocare.com
🌐 www.ConnectionsToCare.com

12/21/2025

As the holiday season approaches, please consider these 10 dementia-friendly holiday tips.

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A medida que se acerca la temporada de vacaciones, por favor considere estos 10 consejos navideños amigables con demencia.

⚠️ WINTER ISOLATION IS REAL—AND IT'S HAPPENING RIGHT NOWWinter in the Upstate is beautiful—but for many aging parents, t...
12/19/2025

⚠️ WINTER ISOLATION IS REAL—AND IT'S HAPPENING RIGHT NOW

Winter in the Upstate is beautiful—but for many aging parents, those shorter days mean longer stretches of isolation.

Last week, a daughter shared with us: "I called Mom every day, but I didn't realize how much she'd withdrawn until I visited. She wasn't showering regularly, barely eating, and seemed confused about things that used to be routine."

Social isolation sneaks up on families. But here's what we've learned: staying socially engaged can be just as important as taking medications or attending doctors' appointments.

We've just released our most comprehensive resource yet on beating winter isolation—packed with Greenville-specific solutions, from Furman's OLLI programs to local senior centers, tech resources, and when to bring in professional support.

📖 Full blog post: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/post/winter-isolation-seniors-greenville

🎧 Listen on Spotify (8 min): https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EMnrcwJDtgVylC9SNpgqv

Your parents deserve more than just safety—they deserve connection, purpose,
and joy. Let's make it happen together.

Questions? We're here: (864) 549-0023

When did the holidays become a wellness check?The holidays give us something phone calls can't—a real look at how our ag...
12/18/2025

When did the holidays become a wellness check?

The holidays give us something phone calls can't—a real look at how our aging parents are actually doing. And sometimes, what we see is worrying.
Ask yourself:

🏠Is the house less tidy than it used to be?
Are they eating properly?
Have they missed medications or appointments?
Do they seem more isolated or forgetful?
Are they struggling with tasks that used to be easy?

If you answered yes to any of these, you're facing one of life's hardest conversations. We've created resources to help.
Our new blog post and podcast episode give you a roadmap:
✓ What signs actually matter (and which are normal aging)
✓ Scripts for starting the conversation respectfully
✓ Local Upstate SC care options you might not know about
✓ How to handle pushback with patience

You're not taking away their independence—you're protecting it.

📖 https://blog.connectionstocare.com/post/holiday-visits-in-home-care-conversation

🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zicVeHDk36re3bfzdCCNN?si=SlbyiXLIQZWHAJBpBrDlEw

Questions? We're local, and we're here to help: (864) 549-0023

Is it winter blues... or something more?If you're caring for aging parents right now and feeling absolutely exhausted—th...
12/17/2025

Is it winter blues... or something more?

If you're caring for aging parents right now and feeling absolutely exhausted—the kind of tired that doesn't go away after a good night's sleep—this is for you.
January in Greenville can be tough. The holidays are over, the days are short, and if you're a family caregiver, the isolation can feel overwhelming.

Our latest blog breaks down the critical difference between seasonal sadness and caregiver burnout—and why recognizing that difference might be the most important thing you do this week.

You'll discover:
✨ The telltale signs you've moved past "tired" into burnout territory
✨ Why asking for help isn't giving up—it's the smartest thing you can do
✨ Practical steps you can take THIS WEEK (yes, really)
✨ Local Greenville resources specifically for families like yours

Because here's the truth: you can't pour from an empty cup. And your well-being matters just as much as theirs.

📖 Read the full guide: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/post/winter-blues-caregiver-burnout-greenville-guide

🎧 Prefer to listen? Catch our podcast episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5N6NMEu3iAt4SIdAcPCQJG?si=81a6035576c440e0

💙 You don't have to figure this out alone. We're here to help.
Questions? Call us at (864) 549-0023

Is your loved one being discharged from a Greenville hospital this winter? 🏥❄️Here's what most families don't realize un...
12/17/2025

Is your loved one being discharged from a Greenville hospital this winter? 🏥❄️

Here's what most families don't realize until it's too late:
The first 48 hours after hospital discharge are THE most critical window for preventing readmission. Add winter weather, icy conditions, and flu season into the mix?

The risk multiplies.
But it doesn't have to be overwhelming.
We just published an in-depth guide specifically for Upstate SC families navigating winter hospital discharges. Whether you're dealing with a discharge from Prisma Health Greenville Memorial, St. Francis, or another local hospital, this article walks you through exactly what you need to know.

📖 Read on our blog: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/post/winter-hospital-discharge-home-care-greenville-sc

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6O1Z8ed01ObZVVGuA9Nc9L?si=aeb3598e5b6f40e3
You'll learn:

Why winter discharges require different planning than summer ones
The #1 reason seniors end up back in the ER (and how to prevent it)
Step-by-step checklist for preparing your home
How professional home care bridges the gap between hospital and full recovery
Real talk about what those first days home actually look like

Facing a discharge soon? Don't navigate it alone. Call Connections to Care at (864) 549-0023 or visit www.ConnectionsToCare.com

We specialize in helping Greenville families through these exact transitions.

WINTER SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR GREENVILLE SENIORS ❄️🏠Did you know hypothermia can happen indoors at just 60-65 degrees? For...
12/16/2025

WINTER SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR GREENVILLE SENIORS ❄️🏠

Did you know hypothermia can happen indoors at just 60-65 degrees? For older adults, what feels fine to you could be dangerously cold for them.
Winter in the Upstate brings beauty—and real safety risks for seniors aging in place. Icy walkways, early sunsets, increased fall risks... most are preventable with the right preparation.

We've created a room-by-room winter safety checklist specifically for Greenville families.

📖 Read: https://blog.connectionstocare.com/post/keeping-seniors-safe-warm-winter-greenville

🎧 Listen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TBRpIwigSHVteGW7riaWx?si=a6916e41b12b464e

Learn how to:
✅ Prevent bathroom falls
✅ Manage heating safely
✅ Handle icy outdoor spaces
✅ Have the important conversations

Need help assessing your loved one's home? Call Connections to Care at (864) 549-0023.

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310 Memorial Drive
Greer, SC
29650

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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