Motunrayo (Mary) Orepekan is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for February, 2023!
Please join us in congratulating Motunrayo (Mary) Orepekan- Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for February! Mary is the utmost professional, and she is incredibly loyal to all of her clients. She’s experienced working in especially challenging situations. Mary shows compassion and tenacity, and we are so fortunate to have her be a part of our Avila Home Care team.
Shingles and the Elderly
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a serious medical concern for elderly people. Here, the home care professionals at Avila Home Care provide the critical information elderly people need regarding this viral disease. What is Shingles? Shingles is a painful rash that develops on one side of the face or body that is caused…
Read More...Best Practices When Cooking for One
Cooking for one may seem like it is not worth the effort. The time and money many individuals associate with cooking for one may steer them away from making home-cooked meals and towards eating out instead. While cooking for one may require additional planning ahead of time, there are many benefits to picking up this…
Read More...Self-Defense While Aging in Place
While living alone brings freedom, dignity and independence, it can also make seniors vulnerable to those who wish to do them harm. As such, it is vital for seniors to know how to keep themselves safe. Here, the aging-in-place specialists at Avila Home Care details ways for seniors to defend themselves. A Department of Justice…
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