Fatimat Shittu is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for November, 2023!
Avila Home Care congratulates Fatimat Shittu as our November Caregiver of the Month! Fatimat is a “hidden hero” and has a very special way of caring for her clients. A recent client shared how Fatimat has a unique gift when it comes to encouraging his dad to take his medicine, and praised Fatimat for the complete trust their family has in her. Fatimat is very kind and experienced, which allows her to work wonders in challenging situations. She’s proactive and communicative. Thank you for serving Avila’s clients and their families so well, Fatimat, and congratulations!
Preparing Your Home for Aging in Place
The home care providers at Avila Home Care outline several steps you can take to ensure that your home is a safe and supportive environment for you as you age. According to the Joint Center for Housing Studies, there are five key features that make the homes of seniors aging in place comfortable and safe…
Read More...Maintaining a Social Life While Aging in Place
Having a full, rich social life may be the key to a positive aging in place experience. Here, the homecare experts at Avila detail ways for seniors to maintain a healthy social life. Why is a Strong Social Life So Important for Seniors? According to the Health Behavior News Service, part of the Center for…
Read More...What to Know About Sleep and Aging
As we age, it is not uncommon for our sleep habits to change; however, a decline in quality of sleep does not have to be accepted as a part of growing older. Here, the elder care providers at Avila Home Care discuss what senior citizens should know about sleep and proper sleeping practices. Both Quality…
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