Aging In Place Home Tips
Put Your Plans In Writing
You may have heard from friends or loved ones, “I don’t want to be hooked up to any of that stuff,” “Do whatever it takes to keep me alive,” or “When it’s my time, it’s my time; I don’t want to linger.” We’ve all heard comments like these, or perhaps said or thought some…
Read MoreHospice and Palliative Care Resources in Maryland
Hospice care empowers an individual to live their last season of life to the fullest, and on their own terms surrounded by those they love. Avila Home Care supports hospice care patients through our partnership with Gilchrist– in fact, about 1/3 of Avila’s clients are receiving hospice care. Avila also sponsors the vital advocacy…
Read MoreEstate Planning in Baltimore and Maryland
If you haven’t already done so, carve out some time this Fall to talk to your parents and loved ones about Estate Planning. Avila’s first blog in September touched on a general overview of Estate Planning, and some of the documents involved in the process. Now we’d like to highlight an important local resource here…
Read MoreThe Home Care Conversation
Sometimes the more frequently we see or talk to our parents, the more difficult it is to engage them about some type of Home Care assistance. Taking a while to notice the need for assistance, and then actually broaching a conversation about it can be challenging. After all, you are not in the habit of…
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 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 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 MoreHome 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…
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