Faith, Music and Minnie- Avila Caregiver Bernadette Lowther Brings Hope to Her Clients
Avila Caregiver Bernadette Lowther has led a life of faith and compassion- with the joy of service, music and Minnie Mouse sprinkled on top! An avid church-goer, mother, Caretaker for her parents and worker with the State and in home care, Bernadette shares, “When I started to care for my dad and mom, I knew it was my calling. It’s a breath of fresh air for me to do for seniors what they can’t do for themselves.”
Exercise: Why it Helps Improve Your Golden Years
While exercise is important for people of all ages, exercise is of particular importance for the elderly, as it can help to manage and even prevent many diseases and conditions that commonly afflict older people. Here, the elder care professionals at Avila Home Care explain why exercise is so critical for the elderly. Improves Management…
Read More...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…
Read More...Helpful Self Care Tips for Family and Friend Caregivers
Avila Home Care admires and values family and friends who have taken on the role of caregiver for their loved ones. Tasks can vary, from helping with daily activities such as bathing and dressing to more difficult duties such as helping to manage a chronic disease or a physical disability. Needs can also vary, and…
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