The holiday season is upon us and while it brings so much joy, it can also be a stressful time. The addition of holiday preparations can be especially demanding for family caregivers. Tasks such as planning celebrations, holiday shopping, hosting out of town guests, and decorating the house when added to caregiving can be overwhelming. Holidays should be a joyful time that every family member can enjoy. If you are trying to decide on the … [Read more...]
Transportation for Special Needs Adults
Transportation for Special Needs Adults - Adam knew that one day he would be responsible for his sister’s care. His parents had been caring for Stephanie, but Mom recently fell and broke her hip so she needs care, too. Stephanie is able to do a lot for herself at home, but she is not able to drive. That is a problem since she has frequent doctor’s appointments and likes to get together with her friends once a month. Adam works so he is not able … [Read more...]
Advantages to Choosing Homecare for Persons with Disabilities
Thirty years ago, CommUnity Care of the Northeast began with caring for the elderly at home. In 2005, we expanded our services to include homecare for persons with disabilities. We created a whole separate program for people with disabilities in order to meet their unique needs. Since then we have been privileged to serve people with a variety of disabilities including Down’s syndrome, mild to profound intellectual disability, anxiety, PTSD, … [Read more...]