Senior Sidekicks

Senior Sidekicks Senior Sidekicks is a Geriatric Care Consultation Service serving the Central Illinois area for over 15 years.

Let us help take the burden off you and provide you with the resources and knowledge to navigate the geriatric care system. We understand the needs of you and your loved ones, and are committed to giving guidance and compassion to each and every family we serve. At Senior Sidekicks, we are strictly appointment-based. We offer telephone & virtual appointments, including evenings, weekends, and holi

days. We schedule in person meetings during the daytime. We have the capability to provide a virtual space for all family members to convene. During this time, we work with family members to build consensus, resolve differences, and develop a plan of care. Our service base is Greater Springfield; however, we will go to any of the neighboring counties. We offer peace of mind and advocacy for you, the caregiver. Call today for a consultation and start living worry free.

The landscape of home health care can be confusing, and it is wise to begin researching before it becomes an absolute ne...
06/17/2026

The landscape of home health care can be confusing, and it is wise to begin researching before it becomes an absolute necessity in a caregiving situation.

Ready to bring in a paid caregiver? Start by identifying the level of support needed

Caregiving conversations should begin well before there is a need.
06/17/2026

Caregiving conversations should begin well before there is a need.

Honest conversations along with a caregiving plan will help all family members through the caregiving process. Foster open communication between your siblings and your parents and empathize with their wishes. Your responsibility is to ensure that they are properly cared for sustainably.

We need to see more such initiatives like this around the country.
06/13/2026

We need to see more such initiatives like this around the country.

Learn how two healthcare systems are using community health workers (CHWs) to improve quality of life for those with obesity and other chronic diseases.

When a caregiver is seeking a psychotherapist they should find out what experience they have had with caregivers.
06/11/2026

When a caregiver is seeking a psychotherapist they should find out what experience they have had with caregivers.

Psychotherapists should be prepared to work with the increasing population of clients who come in because they are family caregivers who often require specialized support.

Where the use of technology can bring advantages to seniors and their families.h
06/10/2026

Where the use of technology can bring advantages to seniors and their families.

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Another type of scam that seniors and their families should be aware of.
06/05/2026

Another type of scam that seniors and their families should be aware of.

Find out how scammers are using genetic testing as a ruse to steal Medicare beneficiaries' health identities.

Good advice, particularly if you are dealing with a care receiver with cognitive decline.
06/05/2026

Good advice, particularly if you are dealing with a care receiver with cognitive decline.

A daughter struggles with her father’s negative feelings toward her caregiving support

Bread doesn't have to completely disappear from your diet as you age, but the type of bread does matter.
06/03/2026

Bread doesn't have to completely disappear from your diet as you age, but the type of bread does matter.

Dietitians share the healthiest bread for healthy aging and explain why sprouted bread and sourdough stand out.

A lovely way to nurture a friendship.
05/29/2026

A lovely way to nurture a friendship.

“We never said, ‘We’re going to do this.’ At least, I don’t remember ever saying that. It just happened.”

The practice of gratitude brings a fullness to life at any age.
05/29/2026

The practice of gratitude brings a fullness to life at any age.

“The best part is that it doesn’t depend on age. It can start today!”

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