Gilchrist Geriatrician Dr. Jason Black Provides Guidance for Those Visiting Seniors
Avila Home Care’s partnerships with Gilchrist, GBMC Healthcare and LifeBridge Health Partners allow Avila streamlined access to the services of these leading medical institutions should our clients need them. Here’s a link to an interview with some great guidance for visiting with seniors this summer from Gilchrist Geriatrician, Dr. Jason Black on WMAR 2.
If you or your loved ones need caregiving support, please call Avila at 410-826-6100 for more information about how we can help you. We can also send one of Avila’s nurses for a free in-home assessment. Contact us today to learn more.
“Fall-Proof” Shoes May Not Be What You Think
When most people think of “fall-proof” shoes, they think of sturdy footwear with thick soles. However, not all shoes will help prevent falls in all situations, and so it is important for the elderly to know which types of footwear will keep them safest in different situations. Here, the home care providers at Avila Home…
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Vivette Epie is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for July, 2021!
Avila is delighted to share that Vivette Epie is our Caregiver of the Month for July, 2021! Vivette is one of the most joyful caregivers you will ever meet! She loves to care for people and she serves her clients with tremendous dedication. She is always willing to jump in and help whenever she is…
Read More...How to Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder While Aging in Place
Many elderly people are susceptible to “the winter blues,” more formally known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Fortunately, there are ways to counteract the effects of this condition, and maintain high spirits during the dreary winter months. Here, the home care providers at Avila Home Care explain how to manage the symptoms of SAD. Seasonal…
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