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.”
Clinical Study Outlines the Consequences of Polypharmacy in the Elderly
Polypharmacy is not uncommon among the elderly, particularly for those with chronic health conditions such as diabetes or hypertension. Here, the home care providers at Avila Home Care detail some of the consequences of polypharmacy as discussed in recent clinical studies. What is Polypharmacy? Polypharmacy refers to the effects of taking multiple medications concurrently to…
Higher Risk of Dementia May Be Linked to Lack of Exercise, Study Says
Multiple studies have linked a higher risk of the development of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, with a lack of exercise. Here, the home care professionals at Avila Home Care discuss the results of the study and provide a strategy for inactive seniors to increase their levels of exercise. Link Between Stamina and Dementia Risk Found…
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…