Healthy Diets for Seniors and Elderly in Glendale, CA

Oftentimes, Elderly and Senior individuals experience difficulties when it comes to eating and nutrition because of not eating the right types of food, having difficulties chewing or swallowing, loss of appetite, or a need to control the amount that is eaten throughout the day because of chronic illnesses such as Diabetes and Hypertension.  For some seniors, preparing healthy meals and going grocery shopping can become burdensome and painful because of mobility issues or pain that comes from tasks involving manual dexterity.

Being able to provide healthy meals for an Elderly or Senior individuals can help them prevent chronic illness or maintain optimal health with a chronic illness.  This article provided by SageMinder talks about some general tips for better Elderly nutrition, tips for helping malnourished Elders, tips for Elders with dental or chewing problems, and a variety of suggestions for healthy foods.

Figuring out the right amount of food portions to provide your loved one for breakfast, lunch, and dinner can be confusing and difficult to do on your own.  Seeking assistance from a registered dietician could be incredibly beneficial for ensuring optimal health and establishing a personalized meal plan for your loved one.

If your loved one has difficulty preparing healthy meals on their own, A-1 Home Care can provide a compassionate and experienced caregiver for 24 Hour Live-in Care or Hourly Care to assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, exercise, and any other activities of daily living.

We specialize in in-home care services such as Arthritis Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Diabetic Care, Post Stroke Care, Kidney Disease & Tumor Care, and Heart Attack Care. A-1 Home Care serves the communities of Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Arcadia, Covina, Monrovia, San Dimas, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Downey, Sherman Oaks, and others in Los Angeles County. We proudly service families from all diverse types of mutlicultural backgrounds, including Hispanic, Jewish, Asian, Middle Eastern, and more. In turn, our caregivers are also recruited from several diverse backgrounds and are bilingual.

To interview and hire an affordable and low rate  caregiver in your area, call us at 626-287-0250 today.

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Caregiving for Stroke Victims in Glendale

The level of immediacy that stroke creates for the victim and family members can oftentimes be very scary and emotionally damaging.  It’s incredibly difficult because many family members must alter their own lifestyle in order to compensate for the care of their loved one.  A stroke occurs when brain tissue is destroyed or damaged because of lack of blood flow to the brain due to a blocked or burst blood vessel.

For family members, it’s important to learn all you can about stroke and the available rehabilitation options that your loved one will need, as soon as you find out the extent of damage your loved one is facing.  This PDF from the National Stroke Association provides all you need to know about rehabilitation programs and how to choose the best one.  Options range from inpatient rehab hospitals to rehab services that can take place in the home.

When your Elderly or Senior loved one is ready to come home after receiving rehabilitation services, A-1 Home Care can provide dedicated in-home living assistance when you’re unable to provide the care.  We specialize in Post Stroke Care services on a 24 hour Live-In Care or Hourly Care basis to assist your loved one in all aspects of daily living.  Our caregivers assist with personal care, daily meal preparation, mobility assistance, errands, and following any doctor or therapist orders such as medication, nutrition, or exercise guidelines.

All of our Post Stroke caregivers, nurse aides, companions, and home helpers must have prior at home caregiving experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check/DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.

We serve the LA communities of Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, Altadena, Sierra Madre, Covina, Glendora, San Dimas, Monrovia, Diamond Bar, and others in Los Angeles County.

To interview and hire a compassionate Post Stroke Caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250 for a FREE in-home assessment.

For more information, visit us at Glendale In Home Care. 

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24 Hour Caregivers in Glendale

Did you know that there are a variety of studies that suggest that being surrounded by nature has tremendous benefits in all aspects of our lives?  It may be hard to believe how much of an impact nature can have on your overall health, but check this article titled The Nature Path to Good Health for proof.  In the article, professor Frances Kuo talks about how those who aren’t near natural landscapes and greenery can suffer from various psychological problems, more aggression, poor cognitive function, management of major life issues, and impulse control.

Whether it’s a walk in the park on a daily basis or trip to the zoo, we believe that nature is good and can help your Elderly or Senior loved one relax and relieve stress.  A-1 Home Care is a non-medical homecare agency that focuses on helping your loved one achieve a greater quality of life.  We provide a variety of in-home care services and 24 Hour Caregivers in Glendale and Los Angeles County.  From basic Companion Services to more specialized Elder Care services such as Arthritis Care, After Surgery Care, Parkinson’s Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Diabetic Care, Cancer Care, Hospice Care, Incontinence Care, and Post Stroke Care.

We serve the communities of Glendale, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Altadena, Arcadia, Glendora, Covina, San Dimas, Monrovia, La Verne, and others in Los Angeles County.

All of our 24 hour caregivers must have prior at home caregiving experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check/DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.

To hire a compassionate caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250 for a FREE in-home assessment. 

A-1 Home Care is a Licensed Bonded and Insured non-medical homecare agency that has been a care provider in Los Angeles County since 1991 with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation. 

 

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Post Stroke Care

Strokes are the leading cause of disability in the United States and probably one of the most devastating experiences a family can go through.  Each year, 795,000 people suffer from a stroke and more than 140,000 people die from it, according to The Internet Stroke Center.  A stroke occurs when the brain is deprived of oxygen because a blood clot in an artery or blood vessel prevents blood flow to the brain, or it can occur when an artery bursts inside or around the brain.

The brain damage from a stroke can lead to movement disorders, memory loss, inability to comprehend or express language and speech, and emotional disorders.  In this short video Recovering Emotions After Stroke, Dr. Stephen Silberstein, professor of neurology, talks about emotional disorders such as Involuntary Emotional Expression Disorder, Depression, Apathy, and treatment options for these emotional challenges.

A-1 Home Care sympathizes with your loved one who has suffered a stroke.  We want to help ease some of the stress by providing you with compassionate and experienced Post-Stroke Care caregivers, nurse aides, and companions for 24 hour live-in care or hourly part-time care services. We serve the communities of Glendale, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Covina, San Dimas, Diamond Bar, and other cities in Los Angeles and Orange County.

Our non-medical caregiver agency has been in business since 1991 with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation.  We have memberships with the National Care Planning Council and Chamber of Commerce of Torrance, Newport Beach, Pasadena, and Santa Fe Springs.

To hire a compassionate Post-Stroke Caregiver today, CALL us at 626-287-0250.

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