While seemingly similar, caring for loved ones as they age and being their health care advocate are very different roles. We all want our family members and loved ones to receive compassionate, exemplary care in their final years. Becoming their health care advocate, however, involves actively accepting three key abilities: communicate, question, and facilitate. Communicate: As a close friend or family member, you’re likely keenly … [Read more...]
Reduce hospital readmission with homecare
Reduce hospital readmission with homecare. Most hospital readmissions occur within the first 30 days following discharge. Providing your loved one with homecare during this critical time in their recovery can improve patient outcomes and reduce the possibility of another hospital stay. Here are some important factors that will help you determine if your loved one will need homecare during their recovery: Is the patient at risk for … [Read more...]
Celebrating 34 Years of Care and Service
Community Care of the Northeast is proudly celebrating serving and caring for seniors and persons with disabilities since 1985. Jean E. Langenbach, RN, BS and Nancy H. Steinke realized that the elderly poor and persons with disabilities were in need of services to age safely in their homes. Community Care of the Northeast began in Holmesburg Methodist Church and through the years moved to a Presbyterian church, then to Frankford … [Read more...]
Post-Holiday Cleanup Help for Your Loved One
The holiday season is a wonderful time for most people, full of gatherings, gifts, cheerful decor, and good wishes. Cleaning up after the holidays is not something anyone looks forward to but a tidy home is also a safe home for disabled or elderly residents. Your elderly or disabled loved one can have a comfortable, secure home if you provide the assistance they need. Keep these things in mind when helping your loved one with the … [Read more...]
Give the Gift of Care and Companionship this Holiday Season
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...]
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