January Caregiver of the Month
We are excited to award January, 2023 Caregiver of the Month recognition to Hadiyah McNair, CHHA. ‘Deedee’, as her clients fondly call her, is an excellent caregiver. She is highly praised by her clients. One client often calls to express how grateful she is to have Ms. McNair as her caregiver. Client stated, “she is […]
February is American Heart Month!
February is American Heart Month and here are some facts every woman should know According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the leading cause of deaths in American adults is heart disease, at almost 700,000 deaths per year. Almost half of these deaths are in women. In the past, heart disease has […]
Keeping Up the Holiday Cheer
The holiday seasons are times for gathering with family, friends and loved ones. You can feel the excitement from the chilly weather to the holiday decorations, but for some it is a time of loneliness. The holiday season brings to light the period of loneliness in seniors. There are some losses too that can impede […]
Our Month of Gratitude
In this season of giving thanks, we express our sincere gratitude to those we had the privilege of serving, and to those who helped us make all of it possible. Special thanks to our care team and staff. We appreciate all who went above and beyond what was expected and those who worked extra shifts […]
Caregiver of the Month – October 2022
We are pleased to recognize Roxana Flores as ‘Caregiver of the Month’ for the month of October, 2022. Roxana has demonstrated dedication and commitment to her work with her clients at Adult Alternative Home Care. She is highly praised and extremely well-spoken of by those she provides care for. She has established excellent rapport with […]
Alzheimer’s – Maintaining the Control Center
While there are no definitive preventions for Alzheimer’s disease, studies have shown that everyone can take action against the disease by making certain lifestyle changes. What is Alzheimer’s? According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, neurodegenerative disease that occurs when nerve cells in the brain die. It […]
The Caregiver’s Guide to Self-Care
In order to be a good caregiver, you must first take good care of yourself. Caregiving can be physically and emotionally exhausting, especially for family members who make it a point to care for a loved one. This is because it can also lead to additional pressures, such as financial strain, family conflict, and social […]
October is National Physical Therapy Month
Physical Therapy for the Elderly While physical therapy can address many of your body’s mechanical needs, it can also help strengthen your mind. Exercise releases chemicals like endorphins and serotonin that improve your mood. It can also put you in touch with other people, getting you out in the world, reducing any feelings of loneliness […]
Pink October
Breast Cancer Awareness Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form and grow uncontrollably in the breast tissue. Breast cancer occurs mainly in women and rarely in men. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, and although it is quite unlikely to prevent, it is imperative […]
A Wonderful Review from One of Our Amazing Clients
Dear Lorraine and Caregivers, Thank you for the care you have given my mother over the past few years. We appreciate each of you for your care and patience. Lorraine we appreciated your hands on approach when needed. If there’s a problem you took care of it immediately. We knew we could depend on you […]
