Shamira Saxon is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for January, 2021!
Shamira Saxon is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for January, 2021! Shamira (Myra) exudes passion and joy while caring for her clients. She is delightful in her demeanor, and is always willing to step in and help- going the extra mile with her service. Even once clients are no longer in her care, Shamira continues to stay in touch with them to check in about how they are doing. She is compassionate, responsible and well loved by all. Congratulations Shamira!
A Tale of Terry and Tom- A Photograph in Time
Terry sits beside Tom Farbman with a look of quiet wonder and admiration as Tom regales us with stories about his time as a young writer and artist in the late 1960’s in Greenwich Village, New York City. Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg were among Tom’s literary heroes, and he immersed himself in the remnants…
Read More...Hospice and Palliative Care Resources in Maryland
Hospice care empowers an individual to live their last season of life to the fullest, and on their own terms surrounded by those they love. Avila Home Care supports hospice care patients through our partnership with Gilchrist– in fact, about 1/3 of Avila’s clients are receiving hospice care. Avila also sponsors the vital advocacy…
Read More...Why You are Never Too Old to Benefit From Quitting Smoking
No matter your age, it is never too late to quit smoking, and the health benefits you experience from breaking this habit can begin just 20 minutes after smoking your last cigarette. Here, the home care specialists at Avila Home Care detail why it is worth it for people of all ages to quit smoking.…
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