Nora Margani is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for August, 2022!
Nora is an exceptional Caregiver- she cares deeply for her Avila clients and understands their needs. Nora is the consummate professional and is incredibly thorough when she provides care. She is communicative and detail-oriented. We are very fortunate to have Nora on the Avila Home Care team- congratulations!
Study Shows Benzodiazepines are Prescribed in Excess to the Elderly
Benzodiazepines, which include prescription drugs Xanax and Valium, are a class of drugs most often used to treat anxiety. While benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed to treat a variety of physical and mental health conditions, one study shows that anti-anxiety medications are prescribed in excess to seniors. Here, the home care providers at Avila Home Care…
The Link Between Menopause and Alzheimer’s: An Overview
It can be startling to hear that, by the age of 65, 1 in 5 women have a chance of developing Alzheimer’s, and menopause is actually a potential link. Here, the home care providers at Avila Home Care discuss the connection between menopause and Alzheimer’s, and how you can take preventative measures to preserve your…
News Year’s Resolutions for Seniors Aging in Place
There’s no better time to adopt healthy and responsible practices than the beginning of a new calendar year. The homecare providers at Avila Home Care outline several ways seniors can commit to improving their life and their health in 2017. The last month of the calendar year is a wonderful time to spend with family…