Posts by Shana Bearden
Home Safety Modifications and Local Resources for Aging in Place in the Baltimore Area
As more Baltimore area seniors make the decision to age in place, Avila Home Care can help connect clients to the local resources they may need to thrive in the homes they love. Avila’s Leadership Team and Caregivers have decades of experience supporting our clients in their own homes. We understand the importance of basic…
Read MoreAging In Place
The coronavirus pandemic has put a profound emphasis on the options for seniors who want to age in place. While the rates of COVID 19 transmissions may be diminishing with the vaccine roll out, home care agencies such as Avila continue to see an increase in the demand for services, which allow seniors to thrive…
Read MoreSheila Stover is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for April, 2021!
Sheila Stover is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for April, 2021! Sheila has been a dedicated Caregiver with Avila serving the same client for 3 ½ years. She has faithfully served with dedication and compassion. Sheila is a reliable and joyful person to be around. We are so lucky and thankful to have her on…
Read MoreMeet Melissa Zetino, Client Care Coordinator!
Melissa is delighted to be a Client Care Coordinator with Avila Home Care, “I enjoy the relationships that we form with Caregivers, and I love making matches between Avila’s Caregivers and our clients that I know will blossom into a wonderful bond.” Melissa especially likes the often swift pace of meeting the needs of…
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When last year’s pandemic struck, many were distressed to see how the most vulnerable of our communities were being impacted- especially seniors. Both staff and patients in nursing homes and residential care facilities were some of the hardest hit, which led to concerns about safety and highlighted the importance of vigilance in congregate care. Home…
Read MoreMarthalyn Kwenah is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for March, 2021!
Marthalyn Kwenah is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for March, 2021! Marthalyn has been a caregiver with Avila since June 2018. She is a delight to talk to, and is always willing to help in whatever way she can. The compassion and kindness she shows her clients is surpassed only by her joy-filled spirit. Congratulations…
Read MoreLatesha Boone is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for February, 2021!
Latesha Boone is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for February, 2021! Latesha holds nursing assistant and medication technician certifications and has been a caregiver with Avila since August 2018. She has been faithful and committed to every client she has served, and we are thankful for Latesha’s dedication and the difference she makes in the…
Read MoreThe Petrucci Story- Kindness Means A Lot
“The people around you form you- none were rich, but all had love…” Rita Ann Petrucci’s eyes sparkle with memories. Born and raised in a loving Irish family in East Baltimore in the 1930’s and 40’s, Rita attended St. Elizabeth’s School with her 1 sister and 2 brothers. Her mother Esther instilled a…
Read MoreShamira Saxon is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for January, 2021!
Shamira Saxon is Avila’s Caregiver of the Month for January, 2021! Shamira (Myra) exudes passion and joy while caring for her clients. She is delightful in her demeanor, and is always willing to step in and help- going the extra mile with her service. Even once clients are no longer in her care, Shamira continues…
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