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How to Become a Caregiver: Steps, Skills, and Certification You Need to Get Started
Surely, there’s no better feeling than knowing that you help make life better for the elderly, people with disabilities, people recovering from illnesses, or even veterans, while gaining something for yourself as a career. Before getting started, though, you need to...
Meet Jennifer, August Featured Caregiver!
Featured Caregiver for August 2025Meet our Featured Caregiver for the month of August... Jennifer! Jennifer has been with Sunny Days for almost a year! She is originally from Calumet and currently lives in L’Anse with her husband Craig. Together they have 6 children...
Summer Heat and the Elderly: Risks, Warning Signs, and How to Stay Safe
Summer and outdoor activities are a match made in heaven. Enjoying the sunshine, going for walks, or simply engaging in outdoor activities feels better under a warm summer sky. However, summer heat and the elderly? Well, not so much as it can pose serious health...
Meet Carly, July Featured Caregiver!
Featured Caregiver for July 2025Meet our Featured Caregiver for the month of July... Carly! Carly has been with Sunny Days for about 2 years! She lives in Iron Mountain with her husband Travis, their two cats, Callie and Chloe, and dog Boozer. Her favorite food is...
How In-Home Assistance for The Elderly Enhances Comfort and Independence
Our loved ones are inevitably aging. Some may face challenges in mobility, health, and daily routines, potentially burdening families when proper support is lacking. That being said, in-home assistance for the elderly can be the perfect solution to help seniors...
Meet Lexys, June Featured Caregiver!
Featured Caregiver for June 2025Meet our Featured Caregiver for the month of June... Lexys! Lexys has been with Sunny Days for about 2 months! She lives in Menominee with her husband Derek, Step-Daughters Farrah and Ariella, and 14 cats aged from 4 months to 24 years...
What Makes Compassionate Caregivers?
Whether you’re deciding on caregiving as your career prospect or circumstances require you to step into the role for your loved one, hats off to you. Caregiving is more than a duty or job; it is a rewarding responsibility that requires compassion and dedication....
Meet Alec, May Featured Caregiver!
Featured Caregiver for May 2025Meet our Featured Caregiver for the month of May... Alec! Alec has been with Sunny Days for 14 months! He lives in Gwinn with his beagle Goose. His favorite food is pastys and he enjoys listening to rock music. A fun fact about Alec is...
Spring Activities For Seniors
Spring is a wonderful season in Michigan, with the weather warming up and nature coming to life. It's the perfect time for seniors and their caregivers to enjoy some outdoor activities and make the most of this beautiful time of year. Here are five spring activities...
How to Talk to Your Loved One About In-Home Care
Even though it can be hard, discussing in-home care with your loved one is the first necessary step in their well-being. This conversation won’t be as tough with some preparation and the right approach to foster understanding and discuss a plan that prioritizes your...
Meet Tammy, April Featured Caregiver!
Featured Caregiver for April 2025Meet our featured caregiver for the month of April… Tammy. Tammy has worked with Sunny Days Great Lakes for a year and eight months. She is from Waukegan, Illinois. She currently lives in Caspian, Michigan alongside her two dogs, her...
Understanding Alzheimer’s In-Home Care
A staggering number of 203,000 seniors in Michigan are living with Alzheimer's, a type of dementia that causes as many as 380,000 family members to have to care for them. However, what you should know is that caring for someone with Alzheimer's or other types of...