Danielle Williams is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for December, 2024!
Congratulations to Danielle Williams, Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for December 2024! Danielle is an awesome Caregiver- sweet and easy to get along with, she frequently agrees to special requests to start her shifts early, responds quickly, and goes the extra mile to ensure her client is well taken care of. She is wonderfully communicative with Avila’s office team whenever there is an update about her client. Danielle’s client is very thankful to have Danielle as a part of their caregiving team, and Avila is grateful to work with such an extraordinary Caregiver!
Gilchrist Geriatrician Dr. Jason Black Provides Guidance for Those Visiting Seniors
Avila Home Care’s partnerships with Gilchrist, GBMC Healthcare and LifeBridge Health Partners allow Avila streamlined access to the services of these leading medical institutions should our clients need them. Here’s a link to an interview with some great guidance for visiting with seniors this summer from Gilchrist Geriatrician, Dr. Jason Black on WMAR 2. If…
Read More...Alzheimer’s Association Offers Sing-A-Long to Enjoy From Home
Avila Home Care is delighted to share a chance to Sing-A-Long with the Alzheimer’s Association tomorrow, Friday, May 29th at 11am! Plus, almost every Friday the AA will have a fun activity at 11am: Friday, June 5th-Virtual Art Moment at the Walter’s Museum Friday, June 12th- Find Your Rhythm Friday, June 26th- Virtual Walk on…
Read More...Study Shows Benzodiazepines are Prescribed in Excess to the Elderly
Benzodiazepines, which include prescription drugs Xanax and Valium, are a class of drugs most often used to treat anxiety. While benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed to treat a variety of physical and mental health conditions, one study shows that anti-anxiety medications are prescribed in excess to seniors. Here, the home care providers at Avila Home Care…
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