When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, everything becomes different. The way we think, act, plan and even communicate may bring challenges, and become increasingly difficult through the stages of dementia. Different stages require additional assistance and support, but the process may be easier to work through if you apply these dementia communication techniques in your…
2017 Top 50 Franchises for Women Report, and the home care company ranks fourth in the senior services category. “The support from Assisting Hands’ national team, as well as the other owners across the country, is phenomenal,” said Valerie Shaw, Assisting Hands Home Care Scottsdale franchise owner. “I have never been part of a group so helpful and supportive, not…
Registries vs. Agencies Senior adults and those dealing with chronic illnesses expect to have safe and trustworthy care. Whether it is provided by family, nursing or residential facilities, or in the home, everyone deserves dependable quality care for themselves and their family members. The two main ways to find in-home care are through a registry or an agency. While at…
Caring for Alzheimer’s Patients can be a Daunting Task There are as many as 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It destroys brain cells, causing problems with memory, cognition and behavior. This disease affects not only the patient, but family and friends as well. It places great challenges on the caregiver with a wide range of pressures with…
Once a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease is made, it is important to develop an understanding of the disease and the affects it has on the body. Every patient handles the diagnosis differently, but maintaining a positive attitude is one of the healthiest things to do for yourself and your family. Develop an advisory team made up of physicians, family members,…
Personal assistance service (PAS) and home health care differences were the topic of last month’s post. This month we take a closer look at the two options including actionable steps in your due diligence process because the number of PAS agencies is growing at an unbelievable rate. The good news is the State of Texas requires personal assistance service agencies…
Although most home health care is generally provided by family, friends or volunteers, personal assistance service — also known as PAS agencies — can provide your loved one with an option which helps them maintain their independence while providing family with needed relief. Since average life expectancy is continually on the rise, there is a growing need for traditional family…
