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If you’re tired of always receiving the same kind of treatment when looking for home nursing care in Philadelphia, you’re not alone. Perhaps one of your parents is getting older or becoming ill, and you simply cannot stand the thought of letting your loved one’s quality of life fall into the wrong, uncaring hands? Then …
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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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The holiday season is filled with laughter, joy, family, and hopefully fun. It can also be a time of stress, packed schedules, last-minute shopping, cooking, hectic travel plans, and more. For seniors, the holidays can also be a source of happiness as well as depression. Holidays may conjure a wealth of emotions for anyone. For …
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Caring for a loved one can be a full-time job under the most ideal of circumstances. But what happens when the afflicted family member isn’t close by? Years ago, it was common for family members not to stray too far from where they were born and raised. In today’s world, new job opportunities and the …
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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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Deciding to enlist the services of a home caregiver may be one of the most important choices you make for the care of your loved one. Given the serious conditions this choice is often made under, choosing the proper caregiver is essential to the well-being of your family member and your own peace of mind. …
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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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Sadly, when it comes to scam activity perhaps no group is more susceptible than the elderly. Often vulnerable, senior citizens lose approximately $2.9 billion a year to scams and fraudulent activity. Education is the first step towards addressing the problem. Knowing what to look for, and how to react when presented with a suspected scam …