National Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month is a call to action for Americans to be aware of Alzheimer’s and its effects on the brain and cognitive function, to raise awareness of the disease, and to support and stand with those diagnosed. Here at A Place At Home, we share research, data, and resources to educate … Read more
National Stroke Awareness Month Stroke can be deadly, debilitating, and dangerous. Its attack on the body can be silent and without warning. Fortunately, there are ways to lower your risk of having a stroke. By definition from the American Stroke Association, “Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. … Read more
Today, we celebrate Arbor Day, a national holiday commemorating the beauty and life of trees and nature. At A Place At Home, we honor the holiday with our deeply rooted connection with the Arbor Day Foundation. The roots of a tree hold powerful meaning; they nourish and create stability for the tree, building the foundation … Read more
Each year, Home Care Pulse, a nationally recognized reputation management company, awards Best of Home Care® to top-ranking home care providers, based on client and caregiver satisfaction survey scores This year, the A Place At Home franchise system was honored to be ranked among a small handful of home care providers across the country who … Read more
At A Place At Home, we believe that our caregivers are the most essential part of our business – after all, they are the reason we’re able to provide professional, compassionate care to seniors in their homes across the country. Each year, we receive nominations for caregivers across our system to be awarded as our … Read more
Enjalee Miller is A Place At Home – Philadelphia West’s new Care Coordinator, and she’s well suited for the role. She’s been both a caregiver and a patient needing care, giving her a uniquely insightful perspective for the population they serve. Enjalee became a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) back in 2013. She would further hone … Read more
In under a year, Gary and Arianna Lafreniere, owners of A Place At Home – Merrimack Valley, have provided over 7,000 hours of care to the families in the community and surrounding areas of Chelmsford, Massachusetts. It’s a great start to their mission of helping people stay safe and healthy as they navigate the aging … Read more
November is Diabetes Awareness Month! As seniors age, they are more likely to develop diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic condition that causes high blood sugar levels and affects the body’s ability to produce insulin. Managing diabetes can be difficult for seniors who may have some degree of decreased vision or cognitive impairment. This blog post … Read more
This blog is the third and final installment of the story of Lena and Edwin Michales. You can read about their early lives together here and the progression of Edwin’s dementia here. Edwin was finally home from the adult behavioral health center. His medication had been adjusted. He was now taking 13 medications total, … Read more
The first step to being an awesome caregiver is caring for yourself. Caregivers sometimes feel overwhelmed with the responsibility of caring for their loved ones. They’re often providing support for someone else’s needs without recharging between tasks. This can lead to the feeling of being overworked and overwhelmed physically and emotionally—commonly known as burnout. Caregiver … Read more