Realizing it may be time to connect with a Home Care service, can be daunting. Once the decision is made to reach out for support, the question becomes, “How do I identify a Home Care provider that will meet the needs of my loved one or myself?” Let’s face it, we want what is best, not just anyone. The first thing to know is there are several types of care providers: home health care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, visiting nurses, and home care. Each one provides a

Often a time arrives, due to aging or mobility issues, when we or our loved one has to decide where changes may be needed regarding how and where to live. One choice is to find an Assisted Living Facility. An Assisted Living facility provides housing for people with disabilities or for adults who cannot or choose not to live independently in their own home. Home Care allows people to stay in their own home and receive individualized services to meet their particular needs. Th

Here are some questions you can ask to help determine if your loved one is ready: If you were to leave the country tomorrow, would my loved one be self -sufficient? I would say yes, with complete confidence. I would worry, but my loved one would be fine. I would have to hire someone to help my loved one a few hours each week. I would have to arrive for skilled nursing care. He/she cannot be left alone, so I cannot leave the country. Is my loved one is in control of his/her me

Noticing concerning mental or physical changes in yourself or a loved one is important. Once a person gets past possible denial that something is not quite right, the next question is “What do I do now?” No need to panic. Initially, no one knows what resources exist. Home care services are available for people in this situation. Home care is for people who are not ready for institutional care or who do not want to move out of their homes, but could use some assistance. I