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.”

Read more about Bernadette’s inspirational life of service!

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Kori Ragin is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for November, 2024!

November 23, 2024

Congratulations to Kori Ragin, Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for November! Kori’s strong, trusting relationship with her long-term Avila client has made an incredible and meaningful impact on her client’s quality of life. Kori’s consistent presence and attention to detail ensures that her client receives the best possible care each day. We are so very…

Life, Liberty and Chemistry- Avila Client Margaret Sellmayer

May 11, 2022

Margaret Sellmayer has abundant wisdom and a quick wit to share with Avila in this feature story. A renowned chemist for decades, loyal to her family and friends, and a woman of deep faith, at 92 years old, Margaret is a remarkable Avila Home Care Client, as well as long-time Oak Crest Senior Living Community resident and an inductee into the Maryland Senior Citizens Hall of Fame.

Margaret shares, “The secret to a long life is (1) faith in God and (2) a positive attitude- I have a lot to be grateful for; God is good!”

How To Get Someone Medical Help When They Refuse (Including Loved Ones or Elderly Parents)

January 24, 2020

It can be frustrating and even downright painful to watch a loved one suffer, especially when they are reluctant to seek a doctor to treat their condition. While we cannot force our loved ones to receive medical treatment, there are ways to support them regardless of their personal choices. Here, the compassionate home care providers…