Digital Alternative Medicine to Hit Market in 2014
New technology continues to change our lives. Today almost everyone has a smartphone or knows someone who does. And now, technology will soon remind us when to take our medicines as well as eliminating lapses between refills, as missed pills and improper doses is one of the major causes of more health complications. To solve […]
CNA License Expiration and Transfers
A senior caregiver writes to us, “My CNA license has expired. Do I need to take a refresher class?” Another asks, “If I move to another state after completing school, will I have to retake my exams?” Our Home Care Expert, Lewis Myers responds, “The answer to this question varies state by state. Generally , the CNA should never […]
Caregiver Background Checks: Laws Vary in Each State – Minnesota “Bans the Box”
Caregiver background checks are the first step in the caregiver hiring process. But there is much confusion about the types of background checks and the information that is actually included. The federal government passed legislation to guide employers on background checks as it is important to give criminals a second chance. The legislatures decided 7 years is […]
Eli Lilly and Co. Study Results: 1 in 5 Patients Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease Don’t Have It
National Dementia Week this week sparks conversation about memory loss and the impact this is having on America’s seniors. The longer you live, the greater your chances for developing some form of memory loss. The two go together. But now a new survey by Eli Lilly and Company, released today, shows that not everyone who […]
Dementia Week 2013: Be Aware of Signs and Symptoms and How to Seek Care
National Dementia Week, from May 19th through May 25th, highlights senior care needs for those with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of dementia. There are many ways of getting involved and being aware such as knowing the signs and symptoms of dementia and knowing how to find care for your family member or friend in need. […]
24-Hour Home Care’s Jessica Parel wins CAHSAH Nursing Scholarship
Congratulations to senior caregiver Jessica Parel, the 2013 CAHSAH (California Association for Health Services at Home) Joan Baier Garland Home Care Nursing Scholarship Winner! Jessica shared with CAHSAH conference attendees that she at first had diffculty finding her path in life. However, she then experienced the loss of both of her grandparents who passed away […]
Senior Hunger in America
When I saw my mother this Mother’s Day, I made sure to ask all the right questions: Was she taking her medication? Did she get out to see friends often? Was she getting enough to eat? A quick check of her fridge assured me that she was in no danger of malnutrition, but it got […]
Registered Nurse Safe Staffing Act of 2013 Endorsed by American Nurses Association
Family caregivers for seniors and professional caregivers truly know the challenges of caring for a senior while they are in a hospital or nursing home which include pitching in to assist the staff. Many times a Registered Nurse of Certified Nursing Aide simply cannot keep up with all of their patient’s needs because they have […]
Happy Mother’s Day to Our Caregivers and Today’s Babies Who Will Live to be age 110+
Today we celebrate Mother’s Day and those caregivers who are finding themselves caring for their Mothers and dealing with the transition of perhaps now playing the role of Mother to their own Mom. Happy Mother’s Day to you, however you may have entered into the position! Motherhood will continue to evolve as the latest news […]
Background Checks: The Home Care Agency Perspective
Background checks for senior care are required by quality home care agencies before they will employ a CNA, Home Health Aide, or senior companion. We spoke to our Home Care Agency Expert, Lewis Myers, owner of Right at Home, Maryland, to discuss the significance of a good and thorough criminal background check. Criminal background checks — how vital are […]
California Association for Health Care Services Home Care Service Award Winner: Andria Harris
Senior caregivers provide one-on-one care services to seniors in their homes and because of this, often do not enjoy the benefits of interacting with their other team members each day. But top performers are noticed, because senior’s provide positive feedback along with Care Managers and friends and family who interact with the senior and caregiver. […]
Home Care Financial Assistance: What Does the Future Hold?
Medicaid- and state-funded programs that pay for home-based services for elderly individuals who might otherwise require nursing home care have been, until recently, available in many states. However, many home and community care programs find themselves on the chopping block due to state budget cuts. New York City’s Mayor Michael Bloomberg said he will have […]
