Have you Heard the News??
Have you heard the news?? Home Care Matters has updated our website and email addresses – still with our same phone number, fax, team and services! Please find us on-line at: www.homecarematters.com To email us please send to: Valerie@homecarematters.com Mitch@homecarematters.com Sky@homecarematters.com Abbey@homecarematters.com Karl@homecarematters.com Home Care Matters 5505 Church Street – Suite […]
Why is a Heatwave Worse for the Elderly?
Much of the U.S. has been dealing with extreme heat for days or even weeks since the start of summer. If a heatwave hits, it can be especially dangerous for the elderly. Why is a heatwave worse when you’re elderly? Age Impacts How Well the Body Regulates Temperature. There are two main reasons for this. […]
Help Seniors During National Wheelchair Beautification Month
Chances are that if you have an elderly relative that is confined to a wheelchair, you already know that July is National Wheelchair Beautification Month. Many community organizations like senior centers, libraries, and hospitals hold parades, decorating contests, and social events to encourage people to decorate their wheelchairs and make people smile. Family caregivers and […]
Minimize the Danger of Wandering in Seniors with Dementia
One of the biggest concerns of family caregivers who take care of relatives with dementia is how to prevent wandering. There are many things that family caregivers can do to minimize the danger of wandering in their elderly relatives that struggle with dementia. Why do Seniors with Dementia Wander? When an elderly person wanders, they […]
Why Diabetics Need Special Eye Care
Diabetes is a multi-faceted disease that can affect many parts of a person’s body, causing complications. One common complication of diabetes is diabetic eye disease. Although most people with diabetes will only experience minor eye problems, it does increase the risk of more serious issues, including blindness. The good news is that with proper eye […]
What Do You Know About Scleroderma?
June is Scleroderma Awareness Month and it’s an excellent time to learn more about the disease, which is estimated to affect more than 300,000 Americans each year. It’s not well-known, and therefore the symptoms of this chronic condition often go underdiagnosed and untreated in elderly adults. Family caregivers should get familiar with the symptoms so […]
5 Reasons to Hire a Post-Surgery Home Care Provider for a Senior
Recovering from surgery is a frustrating and difficult time for anyone. However, elderly adults face a much more difficult time healing due to age and ability. When seniors have a surgery in their near future, they and their family members would be wise to look into hiring a home care provider to help out during […]
It’s Cancer. What Can You Do for Your Dad?
A cancer diagnosis is a scary thing. When it’s someone you love, stress and anxiety set in. Here’s a closer look at what happened with one family when their dad learned he had cancer. The Diagnosis. It all started with weight loss and a lack of appetite. Knowing this was unusual, their dad headed to […]
POSITIONS AVAILABLE NOW!
Submit Resume for open positions: HIRING TODAY Job Type: Part-time/PRN Salary: $10.00-$12.00 /hour with experience Job Location: Buford, Braselton, Suwanee, Cumming, Gainesville and surrounding areas Required education: High school or equivalent Required license or certification: Current Georgia CNA or pass a PCA test, MUST BE CURRENT ON TB, CPR/1st Aid Looking […]
Three Tips for Easing Guilt When Family Caregivers Take a Vacation Alone
As a family caregiver, you need to get away. When you break the news to your mom, she’s hurt. She cannot understand why she can’t join you. You’re going to the beach. She loves the beach. She argues that she has the money to pay her own way. So, why can’t she go? You don’t […]