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The holidays can be a stressful time under the most ideal circumstances. However, if you are charged with caring for a child with special needs, the pressure can mount. With holiday shopping, travel, and other events to plan; it can seem overwhelming. Consider the following if you are struggling to keep up this holiday season. …
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“I believe there is a solution.” That was what Bill Gates said in a recent interview with CNN. He was talking about Alzheimer’s, and what’s more; he put money on it. The software magnate made headlines recently when he announced a $50 million personal investment he is making to The Dementia Discovery Fund. The fund …
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Dealing with a loved one afflicted with dementia is an emotional ordeal. At Personal Health Care, we have experience in caring for patients with dementia, including its most common form; Alzheimer’s. We approach each case with individual care and attention to the specific needs of not only our patient, but their family as well. Dementia …
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Having loved ones that are apprehensive of home care is understandable. In addition to the challenges your loved one’s medical situation presents, now they need to adjust to a new medical routine with a new set of individuals. Getting use to home care requires an adjustment period for everyone involved; patient and family alike. Here …
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When people hear the term “Home Care” there is a natural tendency to picture nurses and aides dutifully assisting the elderly with a variety of at-home activities. While this certainly is the “go to” image of home care, it isn’t always the case. Home care workers have a long track record of providing services to …
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When you’re faced with choosing a care solution for your loved one, there are a few options for you to consider. For many in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas, the decision often comes down to two choices: home care or nursing home care. Nursing home care in Philadelphia is the traditional care option that many …
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Many seniors want to “age in place,” enjoying their later years in the comfort of their own homes. Most dread the outdated concept of Philadelphia nursing homes. Luckily, today’s senior can enjoy a wide range of choices in what his or her life will look like in the years to come. Both nursing homes and …
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Even when aging starts affecting their quality of life, most elders prefer to stay in their own homes. The sense of familiarity that comes from knowing their neighbors, treasured memories with family and unwillingness for change are all contributing factors to oppose moving to a nursing home in Philadelphia. Today, there are options to make …
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Autism is a complex disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate with and relate to others as well as to experience sound, touch and visual stimulation. Approximately one in every 166 people has it, and four out of every five of these people are boys. Children with severe autism have problems in areas of …
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Personal home care assistants play an important role in the care of children and adults with cerebral palsy. Typically, the needs of people with cerebral palsy are similar to those of other patients – they are able to work, attend college and have a successful careers and families. Their specific needs are related to the …
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