Sharone Shackleford is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for January, 2022!
Avila is delighted to share that Sharone Shackleford is our Caregiver of the Month for January 2022! Sharone joined Avila in early 2018. During her tenure, she has been an integral part of the team serving countless clients. Sharone is dedicated and hard-working, and exhibits a very strong level of commitment to her clients. She has especially gone above and beyond throughout the pandemic to make sure clients get the care they need. We are so thankful to have Sharone on the Avila team!
Keeping a Sharp Mind as You Age
As we age, our brain undergoes several changes, and these changes can affect our ability to think critically and recall important information. Fortunately, there are ways to help minimize the impact of these changes. Here, the elder care professionals at Avila Home Care provide tips for maintaining and improving cognitive function as you age. Maintain…
Easing the End of Life Journey
Providing end-of-life care for a loved one can be a very emotional time. Care may be necessary for weeks, days, or months leading up to a person’s death. The goal of any care is to make a person’s passing as peaceful as possible by managing pain, recognizing mental and spiritual needs, and honoring the wishes…
Transitioning to Using a Wheelchair or Mobility Device
When transitioning to a wheelchair or mobility device, people face a myriad of uncertainties and emotions. For many, the reliance on a wheelchair can bring feelings of inadequacy and inability to participate in tasks they were previously able to do, and brings up the stigma of being visibly disabled. Here, the home care providers at…