Care Blog

2023 is in full swing, and that means change on various fronts. For many seasonal workers, the job availability the holiday brought has come to a close. For those seeking a consistent job that is year-round, caregiving in-home care is a growing field ripe with opportunities. What Does a Caregiver Do? In general, caregivers typically […]

WFC Founder Glenn Lane and Lisa recently spent an enjoyable evening at a Darlene Love concert at Tarrytown Music Hall. Ms. Love is 81, and her December 2022 tour includes eight concerts in five states, from New York to Illinois. That got Glenn to reflect on how many septuagenarian and octogenarian music stars are still actively plying their […]

Thoroughbred horses and their trainers continue to define “active aging” beyond the average retirement age. A recent WFC blog highlighted thoroughbreds’ busy lives during their racing years and beyond. 

Workforce First in Force Since our inception seven years ago, WFC has set out to be a different kind of home care agency: one that cares as deeply for our caregivers as much as our clients. As a result, we have always offered innovative programs to attract and retain the best caregivers in the business […]

Bringing a caregiver into an aging parent’s home is crucial to ensuring the loved one’s safety, comfort, and healthy well-being. It can be an emotional decision, too, deciding between whether to “do it yourself” and become a family caregiver, hire a private aide, or employ a home care agency to place a certified Home Health […]

“I was so much older then; I’m younger than that now” – Bob Dylan Picture Paul McCartney leading an audience in the umpteenth chorus of Hey Jude. At age 80. It’s happening right now during McCartney’s umpteenth tour. Click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oytwAS5eKk McCartney has credited his stamina to his vegetarian diet and a daily exercise regimen that […]

President Biden’s recent COVID diagnosis is a “teaching moment*” for all Americans, especially those 70+ years of age. While grateful that he hasn’t suffered the more severe effects that COVID initially presented before vaccines and boosters, his case is a reminder we need to remain vigilant against this persistent infectious virus. *Leana S. Wen, Washington […]

WFC works with many in-home care specialists who help maintain and enhance our clients’ healthy quality of life. Geriatric Care Managers are professionals we regularly interact with as we work together on mutual clients. Geriatric care managers are privately hired and advocate for older adults and their families by helping to identify their care needs and providing […]

  An inevitable and unfortunate aspect of a caregiver’s career is dealing with the loss of clients (or loved ones.) At WFC, our caregivers are as important as our clients, and when someone passes in a caregiver’s world, we offer our support with an innovative Bereavement Program for their grieving period. A WFC HHA lost […]

The Saratoga Horse Racing season is back, which, for WFC Founder Glenn Lane, brings to mind his lifelong interest in horse racing. A recent article about Hall of Fame trainer Ron McAnally turning 90 years old also reminds Glenn of his early history as an Owner and how he remains in close contact with friends […]