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The Complete Care Plan Guide for Your Loved One at Home
From safety and strength to staying connected, this guide covers everything families need to help a loved one thrive at home.
The Home Care vs. Assisted Living Guide for Families
Not sure if assisted living or in-home care is the right fit? This guide walks through five key benefits to help your family make a confident, informed decision.
WRITTEN BY BLUE SKIES NURSING
Blue Skies Nursing Blog


The Complete Care Plan Guide for Your Loved One at Home
Aging at home is something most of us hope for ourselves and the people we love. There’s comfort in familiar surroundings, daily routines, and a lifetime of memories.
May 43 min read


Stress Awareness
Let’s talk about stress for a minute. Not the big, obvious kind, but the quiet, everyday stress that sneaks in and sticks around longer than it should.
Apr 242 min read


Parkinson's Disease 101: Understanding the Basics
Parkinson’s Disease. Sometimes the changes are subtle at first, a little tremor, a slower shuffle, or even handwriting that’s getting smaller.
Apr 193 min read


Your Gut Called: Time to Take Care of It Before It’s Too Late
Most people don’t want to think about their colon (unless it’s giving them trouble), but this silent troublemaker is one of the most common cancers in the United States.
Mar 234 min read


Hope, Support, and Progress: Navigating MS with the Right Team by Your Side
Let’s talk about Multiple Sclerosis, or MS. It’s a condition where the immune system accidentally attacks the protective covering of your nerves, called myelin.
Mar 153 min read


Safe, Comfortable, Independent
Watching our parents age is such a tender season of life. We want them safe. We want them to be independent. And sometimes those two goals feel like they’re pulling in opposite directions.
Mar 114 min read


From Clinic to Couch
How Home Dialysis Can Work for Your Loved One When someone we love starts having kidney problems, it can feel scary. Dialysis might become part of their life, but it doesn’t always mean long hours in a clinic. Many people can safely do dialysis at home, and it offers real perks for both patients and families. Let’s break it down. Why Dialysis Matters Your kidneys do so much—they filter waste, balance fluids, and keep everything in your body running smoothly. When they start t
Mar 43 min read


Eat For Your Heart
There are some really simple, everyday things we can do that make a big difference when it comes to heart health.
Feb 232 min read


New Cardiac Testing That’s Changing the Way Doctors Look at Heart Health
Doctors are starting to look much deeper and much earlier, long before symptoms show up.
Feb 174 min read


Heart Health: Local Ways to Get Your Heart Pumping in Steamboat Springs
February is Heart Health Awareness Month, and a perfect time to hit the reset button on your New Year’s resolution if it’s already slipped a little.
Feb 104 min read


Everyday Wins: How Occupational Therapy Makes Life Easier for All Ages
Whether your loved one is bouncing back from an illness, facing new challenges, or your child is learning everyday skills, Occupational Therapy can make a real difference.
Jan 192 min read


Men’s Health 101: From Bathroom Trips to Heart Health
I’ve had plenty of clients and family members squirm at the thought of talking about prostate, bladder, or even heart issues.
Nov 22, 20253 min read


The Power of a Break
Caring for someone with dementia is one of the most loving, selfless things you can do, but it can also be completely draining.
Nov 19, 20253 min read


Why a Comprehensive Care Plan is Important for Aging in Place
If you’re thinking about aging in place, or helping a loved one do so, let me tell you from experience: having a comprehensive care plan makes all the difference.
Nov 4, 20253 min read


Helpful Tools and Tech for Living with Dementia
Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with its challenges, but thanks to modern technology, there are so many tools designed to make life a little easier.
Jun 24, 20254 min read


Understanding Dementia
Dementia is a word that can feel heavy—especially when it involves someone we love.
Jun 15, 20254 min read


The Forgotten Need:
Caring for someone with dementia is one of the most deeply loving and selfless things a person can do.
Jun 9, 20253 min read


Unlock Dementia Support: Memory Cafes' True Impact
A Memory Cafe is a social gathering for individuals experiencing memory loss and their caregivers.
Jun 1, 20253 min read


10 Tips For Staying Active During Mud Season In Steamboat
Mud season in Steamboat Springs means melting snow, muddy trails, and quieter streets
Apr 28, 20252 min read


How Speech Therapy Can Help Individuals with Autism
Communication is a huge part of daily life, but for individuals with autism, expressing thoughts, understanding others, and navigating socia
Mar 30, 20253 min read
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