Caregiver of the Month – September 2021
Care at Home announces Jana as Caregiver of the Month for September 2021. Care at Home proudly announced Jana as Caregiver of the Month for September 2021. Jana has been part of the Care at Home team since June of 2020 and is one of our many exceptional live-in caregivers. Jana’s vibrant personality and smiles…
Read MoreActivities of Daily Living (ADLs)
As a person ages or experiences a decline in mental or physical health, they may have difficulties performing tasks that were once second nature. This loss of function will likely have negative effects on them as time passes. More important, it can become a primary factor in determining the need for a caregiver in the…
Read MoreHome Care Safeguards Against the COVID Pandemic
Care at Home continues to prevent COVID by providing safe, one-on-one home care. New London, CT – People with chronic medical conditions have remained at high risk for severe symptoms related to COVID-19 over the past 16 months. Aging adults, particularly those unvaccinated, fall in this category as well. And with a highly contagious…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s and Dementia Care at Home
Home care can provide a safe and supportive environment for those living with declining mental and physical health. For most people, home is the epicenter of their lives. It is a place of comfort filled with a lifetime of memories. Although caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia can quickly become overwhelming, family members are…
Read MoreBenefits of Home Care Activities
Regular Social Activity Can Decrease Cognitive Decline and Improve Quality of Life Just like the body needs exercise, the brain requires intellectual and social stimulation. Aging adults require novelty, socialization, and purpose to thrive. Senior-friendly home care activities such as walking in nature, taking a scenic drive, reading, volunteering, and art projects can dramatically improve…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month – August 2021
Care at Home announces Christian as Caregiver of the Month for August 2021. Care at Home proudly announces Christian as Caregiver of the Month for August 2021. Christian has been part of our team for a year and is a member of the exclusive Hero Program. More important, her friendly approach and dedication are shining…
Read MoreLasagna Bucket Gardens Bring Senior Home Care Recipients Smiles
Care at Home and Jan-YourGardenGURU team up to deliver starter gardens to seniors. What do you get when you mix basil, tomato, and pepper plants with a side of marigolds for color in a bucket? You get a starter kit for making lasagna, otherwise known as a lasagna bucket garden! Care at Home and…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Live-In Home Care
Consistent home care for loved ones wishing to age at home. Live-in home care is the most independent care option available to support loved ones wishing to age at home. It helps them maintain a high quality of life through companionship and personal care in a safe and familiar environment. It also helps to minimize…
Read MoreHome Care During the Pandemic
Safe home care through professional guidance and team education. Aging adults and people with serious chronic medical conditions are at high risk for severe symptoms related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Care at Home continues to employ practices that safeguard against this virus and provide the highest level of safe and personalized services for our clients.…
Read MoreFall Prevention at Home
Significantly decrease the risks for falls at home with a fall prevention plan. Falls affect everyone – particularly aging loved ones. In 2015, more than one in four older adults reported falling. Many of those falls occurred at home and resulted in injury, loss of independence, and in some cases, death. The Centers for Disease…
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