Happy New Year!

We would like to wish each and every one of you a safe and happy 2010! We hope that you have a great time celebrating the arrival of this new year!

Our new year's resolution at Home Helpers is to help as many people as possible throughout this new year and make an impact in the community. We hope that you will join us in making a difference!

Ready to Welcome 2010!!

2009 has been an amazing year for us. We've been privileged to meet and provide service to so many wonderful clients.

Our move in April to 509 W. Poinsett Street has proven to have been a good decision. We do love our home away from home. If you haven't already stopped by, come and see us sometime. It is truly a beautiful place.

As we ready ourselves for 2010, we eagerly await the new clients that will come. We sincerely appreciate all of the support we have received from our friends and community. Greer truly is a wonderful place to call home.

Happy New Years!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanks you for your continued support and loyalty! We are truly grateful for you and extend to you warm Thanksgiving blessings. Wishing you a Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving Day!!

We would like to thank all of you who voted for us for the Love A Local Business Intuit Grant. We didn't win the grant, but we did win a $500 prize! This would not have been possible without all of your support, and for that, we thank you greatly!

We would also like to thank all those who came out to the Big Thursday Service Fair on yesterday! We had a great time and hope you did as well!

We will be participating in the Duncan First Baptist Vender Bazaar tomorrow (Friday, November 7) from 9 am -2 pm if you'd like to stop by and say hello!

Hope all of you have a wonderful weekend!

Thank you again for all your continued support!

Great News!

We are very pleased to announce that we are recipient of the Home Helpers Marketing Excellence Award for 2009! This award was given at the Home Helpers National Conference in Orlando, Florida this week. It was one of eleven national awards given during the conference. We are very honored to accept this award and plan to strive for even more successful marketing strategies during the upcoming year.

Thanks to all those who have helped us with our marketing plan throughout our journey!

I Remember.

Has it really been 8 years? It seem so vivid still in my mind. September 11, 2001 was a memorable day to many. Where were you? Do you remember the feeling?



I, Becky Pickett, was in the Boston Hilton located across from the Boston Logan Airport. I was there leading a group meeting. All of a sudden, cell phones started ringing, people started getting up and walking out of the room. Then one of the group leaders had the hotel put CNN on the big screen - that was about the time the second plane hit the tower. There was a complete feeling of numbness. Could this really be happening? Could it possibly be a terror attack? As the day unfolded, we couldn't help but notice a stillness in the air. After canceling the meetings, we all begin trying to figure out what to do next. I remember just wanting to talk to my husband and Mom who had my beautiful little girls. The phone lines were jammed, so the wait seemed endless. A large group of us huddled outside the conference room, held hands, and prayed.


Then we heard that all air traffic had been stopped. Stopping air traffic in the US? Now, how were we getting home? My hotel room became a central location for my friends and coworkers. It overlooked one large section of the airport. We watched as police and bomb dogs searched each plane and closed and secured each jetway. I just remember feeling so helpless and just wanted to "go home". Finally, a signal on my cell phone. I got my husband who was in tears trying to find me. I told him we were OK and I was going to get home some way, some how very soon.



The hotel later that afternoon turned in to a disaster location. Chaplains, Red Cross, police, transportation authorities began welcoming family members who had suffered losses in.



We finally were able to secure a car from Hertz (thank you Gold membership!) for the following morning. Three of us began the drive home the following morning.



I could go on and on but I will never forget that day. Boy, there really is no place like home!!!



Thanks to all the men and women who serve to protect our great land everyday. God Bless the USA! May we always remember.

100 and Counting!!!

Home Helpers is pleased to announce that we signed our 100th client on September 1, 2009. We feel so blessed to have been asked to provide caregiving services to 100 families in our area. We also have 44 Direct Link emergency monitoring units in homes providing peace of mind to many families.

Home Helpers provides companion care services for Seniors, New Moms, those recuperating from surgery and illness, and those needing continuing care.

Who will be 101? We can't wait to find out!

Upstate Womens Show

Join us at the Upstate Womens Show beginning today through Saturday at the Carolina First Center. Show hours are Thursday 12 - 7, Friday 10 - 7, and Saturday 10 -7. We are located at booth 450 (center aisle!). Stop by and say hello! We would love to see you.

When Should I Get More Involved In My Ill Or Aging Loved One's Life?

When assessing whether or not your ill or aging loved one needs help, use these 10 Caregiving Considerations.

1. Medical Conditions
2. Driving
3. Food/Nutrition
4. Hygiene
5. Behavior
6. Daily Task Performance
7. Medication
8. Finances/Financial Decisions
9. Mail (Solicitation Offers, Unpaid Bills, etc.)
10. Safety

If you notice these indications and others in your loved one, an in-home caregiver may be the proper solution. If not, perhaps our Direct Link Emergency Monitoring System may be an option. To receive further information about our services, feel free to contact us at (864) 848-1729 or http://www.homehelpers.cc/greer58306 . We would be more than happy to lend a helping hand to you and your loved one!

Exciting News!

We are very happy to announce that Home Helpers has been selected as a winner of the "Love A Local Business" Award sponsored by Small Business United! We would like to thank everyone who took time to vote! For more information, check out this link:

http://smallbusiness.intuit.com/blog/where-small-is-now/2009/08/love-a-local-business-winners.html

We would also like to let all of you know that we are attending the Christian Business Expo this weekend (August 7 & 8) at the Haywood Mall! Our booth is located in front on Williams-Sonoma, in between Belk and JCPenny. Don't forget that this is also tax free weekend!! So, don't forget to stop by and say hello in the midst of your bargain hunting!!

Keep in mind that we will also have a booth at the Upstate Women's Show at the Carolina First Center on August 27-29. Check out http://upstatewomensshow.com/ for additional information as well as a list of vendors.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Help Us - Shop Local Campaign

Friends, follow this link http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=110642634793&h=8ONhw&u=UsAS4&ref=nf and vote for Home Helpers and Direct Link. Your comments could help us win a small business award. Thanks for your support!!

One Awesome Day!

Today has been a truly amazing day. Who would have thought turning 50 could be so much fun. What has been fun is hearing stories like "50 is the new 30" (I really like that one!), "50 is the new 40", "you are just a young thing" and "you are as young as you feel." Being priviledged to work with many different ages of client, I've realized to treasure each relationship and live each day to the fullest. So whether you're 50, 30, 80, or 65 here's wishing you a wonderful day for your birthday as well!

Making a difference when timing is everything

It continues to amaze me how we are allowed to make such differences is so many peoples lives. Timing for home care is critical and when it's needed, believe me it's needed. I'm grateful to have such wonderful caregivers who go above and beyond the call to deliver exceptional care to our clients. So today, I say THANKS!!

Happy 4th of July!

As 4th of July weekend is officially here, we hope you all have a fun, safe holiday! Enjoy all the firework displays and events all around the area! If you are still looking for an event to attend, consider the Freedom Blast in Downtown Greer! For information about Freedom Blast, visit http://www.cityofgreer.org/FreedomBlast.aspx.

Also, please don't forget about elderly neighbors, friends, and family members during all the holiday excitement! Summer is upon us, and so is the heat! Check out http://directlink911.com for information about peace of mind through our emergency monitoring system!

To those who are traveling this weekend, we wish you a safe and exciting trip!

Happy Father's Day/1st Day of Summer

To all the special Father's we know and love, Happy Father's Day. Home Helpers has been honored to meet so many fine Father's. We thank you for your continued support as we strive to provide the best in-home care available to the families we serve.

It's also the first day of Summer. Please remember to check on elderly friends, family, and neighbors during these hot months. For peace of mind, you might want to consider installing an emergency monitoring system. Find out more at www.DirectLink911.com.

A Tough Week

Well, it's been a tough week at Home Helpers. We had to say good-bye to two of our great clients. One we had known for a long time. She will be missed terribly as she had such a contagious smile and love of life. The other we only knew a short while but became close to him and his family. We will keep these families and the caregivers who cared for this great people in our thoughts and prayers. Having to say good-bye is the part of the job we dislike the most but we treasure getting to know these families.

Looking for Great Caregivers

Home Helpers is currently looking for great caregivers to add to our already awesome staff. We take applications daily from 8:30 - 4 Monday - Thursday and 8:30 - 12 on Friday. We are especially looking for male caregivers and caregivers willing to work 3rd shift. If you know someone great, please have them give us a call (864) 848-1729 or drop by.

God bless the USA!

Home Helpers and Direct Link would like to wish everyone a Happy Memorial Day. We are so grateful for the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe and free. Thanks to the many veterans we are privileged to provide service to. May we always remember and be thankful for our freedom. God bless the USA and those who serve to protect it daily.

Emergency Medical Monitoring Systems

Well, we have been busy with Direct Link emergency medical monitoring systems inquiries and installs. These systems bring families so much peace of mind. Find out more at www.directlink911.com or call us (864) 848-1729 for more info.

What makes us different? No contracts, $35 a month quaranteed as long as you keep the unit, two buttons (necklace and watchband), and our personalized service.

Happy Mother's Day

Home Helpers and Direct Link would like to wish all the special Moms we know and love a very special Happy Mother's Day!

Open House Was Great!!!

Thanks to all who came to our Open House with the Chamber on Thursday or have stopped by to say hello! We love our new location and are excited about our expansion.

Correction - Open House - Thursday, May 7

Sorry for the typo. Our open house with the Greer Chamber is scheduled for this Thursday, May 7 from 10 am - 3 pm. Stop by for refreshments and see our new place.

Greer Family Festival - what a great time!

We enjoyed being a vendor at Greer Family Fest this weekend. It was wonderful meeting so many interesting people. We look forward to helping them when needed in the future.

Also, very happy to report that we finally have our phones and internet working at our new office!

So this week we will finish unpacking and get ready for Open House on Thursday, May 14 with Greer Chamber.

Still no phone!

Sorry guys but still no phone or DSL service at the new office. Please call my cell phone at (864) 313-0581 if you need anything until AT&T pulls through. Sign should be up tomorrow afternoon - can't wait!!

Move is done!

Well, we did it! We successfully moved the office Friday night and are continuing to unpack. Unfortunately AT&T did was not successful with their part of the move so we still don't have phone service. Hopefully, we will get that fixed tomorrow. In the meantime, call my cell phone if you need anything. (864) 313-0581.

Do stop by and see us at our new "home"! We are at 509 West Poinsett Street, Greer SC 29650. Sign should be up later this week.

Thanks again for all your support and prayers. It has been difficult with Mom in the hospital but hopefully we will be back to normal soon.

Wishing you a blessed week!

We're Moving To Serve You Better!

Home Helpers and Direct Link will be moving our office the weekend of April 24th to 509 West Poinsett Street. This is the gray stone house at the red light for Memorial Drive and Poinsett Street right beside The Clock. We are excited about this move as we expand our office staff to better serve our clients and caregivers. Look for our sign soon and stop by and say hello!!

Promotion Announcement

I am pleased to announce the promotion of Patti Turner, LPN to Client Care Coordinator. Patti has been working as a caregiver since December 2008. Patti brings her background of home health and caregiving to our company. Patti will be working to provide more personalized visits to our valued clients. She will also be responsible for the training program for our caregivers. Patti will continue to be a caregiver to her current client(s). Please join me in welcoming Patti to our Home Helpers family. Call us at (864) 848-1729 anytime we can help you or someone you love!

We are Senior Shield approved!!!

Home Helpers and Direct Link of Greer earned their Senior Shield on 3/11/09. According to their website, http://www.scseniorshield.com/, Senior Shield is a product of a mandate from the General Assembly to protect South Carolina seniors from fraud. The Senior Shield business network takes the guesswork out of finding legitimate, trustworthy service providers for South Carolina seniors and their families... because we do the background checking for you. Home Helpers and Direct Link of Greer offers personalized in home non-medical care. We also offer emergency monitoring systems for families wanting peace of mind knowing their family members can get assistance at the touch of a button. Call us at (864) 848-1729 for more information.

Additions to staff

Please join me in welcoming Laura Johnson to the staff of Home Helpers and Direct Link of Greer. Laura will be working part time as our Social Media Marketing Coordinator. Laura is a sophmore at Winthrop. Look for more of Laura's talents showing up on our website (www.homehelpers.cc/greer58306), our facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Greer-SC/Home-Helpers-and-Direct-Link-of-Greer/133621845037), and here on the blog. Laura is also Becky's neice - see I told you it was a family business serving families.

New Facebook Page

Hey Friends, check out our new Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Greer-SC/Home-Helpers-and-Direct-Link-of-Greer/133621845037. Look for new and exciting things happening real soon!!

Personal Emergency Monitors - It's no laughing matter!

While many people may have joked about the familiar line “I’ve fallen and need help,” a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is no laughing matter. Thousands of people depend on a PERS every day for increased confidence and peace of mind. Ideally, a person with a PERS will never have to rely on the system for assistance, but just in case, it is nice to know that help is only a button push away.

Many people who have made arrangements for a PERS have found the use of a personal system goes well beyond emergencies. If someone you know may welcome the peace of mind a PERS offers, we would appreciate the chance to tell them about Direct Link In-Home Emergency Monitoring and show them how our system works. We offer a free in-home consultation.

Likewise, if a person is fiercely independent and has avoided the suggestions or attempts of others to provide assistance, as we begin 2009, it may be worth another try. If or when an incident occurs, chances are the person involved will not be near a telephone to call for help. In fact, most accidents and health emergencies occur in the bathtub or late at night.

A personal emergency monitoring system can often be the deciding factor that enables a person to maintain his or her independence. In fact, a PERS may help minimize concerns and anxiety, and increase the feeling of safety and security. Studies indicate anxieties about falling often lead to people becoming less physically active. Having a PERS can help to bolster the confidence of a person as he or she moves about the home and yard.

Call us today at (864) 848-1729 to discuss this wonderful service for you or a loved one in our area!

It was a great day!

Thanks to all who joined us for our 1 Year Anniversary celebration on Friday. Home Helpers and Direct Link of Greer is dedicated to providing the absolute best care to your loved ones. We appreciate all of your continued support and hope to hear from you soon!

Home Helpers and Direct Link of Greer provides care to:

Seniors: Helping aging seniors safely manage and enjoy an active lifestyle while maintaining their independence.

New Moms and Working Parents: An extra hand around the house for new parents after the baby’s birth. We also help working parents by staying home with sick or injured children in an emergency so parents won’t miss work.

Recuperative Care: Allowing clients recovering from illness or injury to resume their normal activities as quickly as possible.

Continued Care: Giving those facing lifelong challenges help with everyday tasks, making life easier and more enjoyable. Our care plans are tailored just for you. The services we provide often grow as our caregivers and clients become more comfortable with each other. Just a few of the services we may provide include: companionship, bathing, dressing, feeding, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, transportation to doctor’s office, pick-up prescriptions, errand services…and much more!

Please give us a call (864) 848-1729 if we can help you or a friend. We offer free in home consultations to decide what assistance is needed.

One Year Anniversary Celebration

Join us to celebrate our 1 year anniversary on Friday, February 13 from 9 am - 2 pm. We will have food and information available. Don't forget to register for our door prize to be given away at 2 pm. Office located at 300-B Randall Street in the Historic Train Depot in Downtown Greer.

Let the bloggin begin!

Welcome to the Home Helpers and Direct Link of Greer blog!! We will be adding new stuff often so stay tuned for updates very, very soon!