Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands is an innovative community program serving family caregivers in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties by connecting them with a circle of help that includes trained volunteers who provide an array of respite services. Our well-trained volunteers provide family caregivers of older adults with the time to meet self-care needs, as well as other family obligations, at no cost. Without help in the daily tasks of caregiving, the risk to your health and well-being is as real as it is to your loved one. That is why the volunteers of Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands provide the assistance you need, on a schedule designed to allow you the time, personal space and freedom that is essential for healthy living.
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for family caregivers of older adult loved ones by engaging the broader community to provide assistance and respite services.
Preventing Falls at Home: A Practical Guide for Dementia Caregivers
June 15, 2026
Falls are among the most serious and preventable threats facing people living with dementia. Unlike the general aging population, individuals with dementia face compounding risks — impaired spatial awareness, altered depth perception, and disrupted judgment — that make an otherwise manageable hazard genuinely dangerous. A proactive, structured approach to fall prevention isn't optional. It's essential.
Dementia is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive disorder that gradually impairs memory, thinking, and behavior. As such, it is no surprise that dementia and driving are two topics that often go hand-in-hand. The idea of someone with dementia getting behind the wheel can be a scary prospect, but fortunately, there are measures in place to prevent this from happening.
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