Dementia is a complex and progressive disorder that affects an individual’s memory, thinking, and behavior. Dementia refers to a deterioration in cognitive function that impacts daily life. Although not a specific disease, it represents a collection of symptoms that may result from various underlying conditions. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia, but other…

Care at Home announces Donna as Caregiver of the Month for February 2023. Donna, a PCA with over 25 years of experience in the healthcare field, has been named Caregiver of the Month for February 2023 by the Care at Home team. Her professional interests include being active with seniors through socializing, outdoor walks, menu…

Care at Home announces Genia as Caregiver of the Month for January 2023. The Care at Home team is delighted to announce Genia as the Caregiver of the Month for January 2023. Genia has been a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for over 20 years and joined Care at Home in 2021. Her experience as a…

Michael assumed the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Care at Home in April 2022. In his capacity as COO, his primary responsibility is to collaborate with different teams and departments to propel strategic and expansion initiatives. Additionally, Michael is responsible for supervising various operational facets to guarantee that our agency delivers excellent services…

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…