Hyacinth (Cindy) Dobson is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for May, 2023!
Avila Home Care is proud to announce that Hyacinth (Cindy) Dobson is our Caregiver of the Month for May! Cindy’s Avila client said “she is by far the kindest and most reliable Caregiver of the several home care agencies who we worked with before finding Avila.” Cindy is extremely dedicated, loyal and consistent. She is a very skilled Caregiver, and cares for her clients with patience, and provides support and compassion to their families.
Cooking Safety While Aging in Place
One of the benefits of aging in place is having the freedom to prepare your own meals. However, cooking comes with various hazards for seniors and requires extra precaution. Here, the professionals at Avila Homecare details ways to stay safe while cooking in the kitchen. Fire Safety According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, seniors…
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A Life of Miracles- In Honor of Avila Home Care Client Helen “Halina” Silber
Avila Home Care was blessed to care for Helen “Halina” Silber until her passing this year. A survivor of the Holocaust, she was number 16 of the 1200 souls on Schindler’s list.
“She always said that her life had been a series of ‘miracles with improbable ends and that God was with me all the way,’ and he was until the end of her days,” her daughter Fran reflects.
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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…
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