Parkinson’s disease is a progressive condition affecting an individual’s motor skills and quality of life. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system affecting movement. It’s believed to be caused by the degeneration of dopamine-producing cells in a specific area of the brain, which leads to a lack of dopamine (a chemical messenger…

COPD is a serious and progressive lung disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. The two most common forms of COPD are chronic bronchitis and emphysema. COPD is caused by long-term exposure to lung irritants, such as cigarette smoke,…

Black History Month is a time to honor the contributions of black people in society. At Care at Home, we celebrate black caregivers and medical professionals for their impact on the healthcare industry. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, born as Rebecca Davis, was a trailblazer in the medical field. She was the first black woman to earn…

Dawn joined the Care at Home team as Business Manager in 2020 to oversee the company’s financial department to include accounting, business plan development, KPI monitoring and reporting, auditing and quality assurance. Aside from having a passion for numbers and analysis, Dawn has a wealth of knowledge gained from her time in the healthcare industry…

Erica joined the Care at Home team as Office Manager in the summer of 2018. Her responsibilities include billing and receivables, payroll, and office supplies/tools fulfillment to ensure efficient daily operations. She also oversees the fleet of branded vehicles and regularly supports the home care agency’s client relationship goals. Erica possesses years of experience as…

Hiring outside care for a loved one can feel like a process burdened with uncertainty. It can also raise the question, is it uncaring to hire home care services for aging parents after years of them caring for you? Older adults want to hold on to their independence for as long as possible. But overseeing…

Care at Home congratulates each Caregiver of the Month in 2022. We appreciate your commitment to the elder home care community and the sacrifices you make on a daily basis. Learn more about this year’s winners! January 2022 – Caregiver of the Month Jean has a long history of caregiving experience and is very skilled…

Anne has served as a Care Coordinator for the Care at Home team since December 2020. Her responsibilities include caregiver scheduling, caregiver team support, and assisting clients with navigating the home care process. Anne brings years of experience to our agency advocating for others in the community. Aside from having a history as a Care…

Care at Home announces Faith as Caregiver of the Month for December 2022. Care at Home proudly announces Faith as Caregiver of the Month for December 2022. Faith is a licensed CNA who joined the Care at Home team in 2016. She is CPR certified and has years of experience caring for seniors in various…

Mary is the Scheduling Supervisor for Care at Home and has a professional history as an advocate for families, children, and group home residents throughout her career. She also served as a scheduler and managed caregiver systems for a Southeastern Connecticut nursing agency for many years. Mary joined the Care at Home team in May…