It happened again. You were ready to head out to the supermarket but you couldn’t find your keys anywhere! Eventually, you found them on your bedside table. How did they get there? When you reached the checkout line, you forgot the name of the sales clerk even though you have seen the man before! Why can’t you remember his name? Episodes of forgetfulness are frustrating and make us feel foolish. In our senior years, we also have the nagging … [Read more...]
Preserve Your Senior Loved One’s Dignity with Homecare
When Kelly’s mother was young, she carried herself with her head held high. She was strong enough to raise her four kids on her own once her husband left. She worked hard doing a full-time job and a part-time job in order to put food on the table. At home, she ran a tight ship. Her home was tidy, she served delicious meals, and her children didn’t dare disobey her. Just her stern glance was enough to quell their naughtiness. Despite her tough … [Read more...]
In Home Homecare Caregivers: Meeting Needs through Relationship
As Stella was getting older, she started to have trouble with daily life activities. Stairs were difficult to climb so she moved her bedroom to the first floor. She stopped driving at night. Sometimes she would forget things, but she just figured that was normal. She fell once or twice, but she was able to eventually get herself back up so she didn’t mention it to her children. Her kids and grandkids worry about her, but they weren’t quite sure … [Read more...]
Why Choose Community Care?
When the senior loved one in your life is in need of homecare, there are many options in the Northeast Philadelphia area. What makes Community Care of the Northeast the best choice for your family? We have a lot more experience than other agencies in the area. Community Care of the Northeast has been serving seniors at home for over 30 years. In 1985, Jean Langenbach, RN, BS had the vision of providing services to seniors and persons with … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Know You Have the Right Home Health Aide
In respect of your loved one’s wishes, you have decided to arrange homecare services. Homecare makes it possible for your loved one to stay in the comfort of home and still be a part of everyday family life. Once you have begun a relationship with a home health aide, how do you know if she is doing a good job? First of all, you can get feedback from the loved one who is being cared for. Even if your loved one is non-verbal, there can be clues … [Read more...]
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