Helena Smith is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for April, 2023!
We are delighted to share that Helena Smith has been selected as Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for April! Helena is a loving and nurturing Caregiver, and she treats all of her clients as if they were her own parents. She sings to them, makes them laugh and even takes them out for ice cream! Helena’s beautiful spirit brings joy to her clients, other Avila Caregivers and the Avila office team alike. Helena says that she was called to be a Caregiver- and we sure are grateful that she answered her calling!
Dental Health Concerns for Seniors
Dental hygiene is important for individuals of all ages; however, seniors experience specific dental health issues due both to age and other factors. Here, the senior care providers at Avila Home Care discuss common dental health concerns for seniors, as well as strategies to maintain good dental health. Increased Likelihood of Cavities Cavities, or permanent…
Preparing for a Good End of Life
The article below is the work of Katy Butler and was featured on the Wall Street Journal. Feb. 8, 2019 11:29 a.m. ET I recently turned 70 in Marin County, Calif., home to some of the healthiest, wealthiest and longest-lived people in the country. I swim daily, take no medications and can still hoist my…
Low-Carb, High-Protein Diets: What the Elderly Should Know
Low-carbohydrate diets, such as the ketogenic diet, have become more popular due to claims they may aid in weight loss, improve cholesterol levels, decrease blood pressure and increase energy. In relation to seniors, low-carb diets have also been linked to a decrease in the prevalence or progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Here, the aging-in-place home care…