Posts by Shana Bearden
Vivette Epie is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for July, 2021!
Avila is delighted to share that Vivette Epie is our Caregiver of the Month for July, 2021! Vivette is one of the most joyful caregivers you will ever meet! She loves to care for people and she serves her clients with tremendous dedication. She is always willing to jump in and help whenever she is…
Read MorePat Brown is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for June, 2021!
Pat Brown is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for June, 2021! Pat joined Avila in the summer of 2017. She is an amazing and dedicated Caregiver and loves challenging situations. She has a kind and compassionate heart and does everything she can to help people thrive in their home. Pat is a blessing to her…
Read MoreAging in Place Doesn’t Have to Mean Staying in Place
“Aging in place” means staying in the home we love with the assistance that keeps us healthy and safe. The right planning and the right help allow our loved ones to maintain their independence and provides family and friends with the peace of mind that their senior is safe and content. According to a study…
Read MoreHow to Find Senior Care in the Baltimore Area
So you’ve decided that your aging loved one needs professional care, but you don’t know what the options are, or where to start with your search. Are they able to age in place in their own home? If yes, do they simply need a companion or personal care, or do their cognitive or physical needs…
Read MoreToute Sweet- Avila Caregiver Molly Hartsfield’s Tasty Treats!
Molly Hartsfield brings all the sweet love and care to her Avila clients just like she does when baking her delicious treats! From festively decorated chocolate-covered fruit, to scrumptious “pop-cakes” and dipped pretzels, Molly brings joy to all those with whom she shares her treats. It’s no wonder her clients adore her! “I’ve done things…
Read MoreHelpful Tips When Looking for a Professional Caregiver
So you’ve decided with your family that bringing on a professional Caregiver would be the best way for your loved one to get the care they need while aging in place, allowing them to thrive in whatever place they call home. But how do you decide which type of agency is best suited to the…
Read MoreFamily and Friend Caregivers’ Health and Wellness in the Baltimore Area
Avila Home Care often receives calls from family and friend caregivers who feel overwhelmed with all their responsibilities. Dedicated to giving the best care to their loved one, they often don’t have time to prioritize taking care of themselves. These caregivers may also be balancing parenting their own children, and/or professional obligations. In this article,…
Read MoreLaverne Branch is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for May, 2021!
Avila Home Care is proud to have Laverne Branch as a member of our exemplary Caregiving team! Laverne has been named May Caregiver of the Month because she has been a faithful and committed Caregiver since she came to work with Avila in the summer of 2017. She has worked with many clients over the…
Read MoreHelpful Self Care Tips for Family and Friend Caregivers
Avila Home Care admires and values family and friends who have taken on the role of caregiver for their loved ones. Tasks can vary, from helping with daily activities such as bathing and dressing to more difficult duties such as helping to manage a chronic disease or a physical disability. Needs can also vary, and…
Read MoreA Tale of Terry and Tom- A Photograph in Time
Terry sits beside Tom Farbman with a look of quiet wonder and admiration as Tom regales us with stories about his time as a young writer and artist in the late 1960’s in Greenwich Village, New York City. Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg were among Tom’s literary heroes, and he immersed himself in the remnants…
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