How Can a Healthy Diet Help Your Elderly Loved One to Sleep Better?
Getting good, quality sleep is important for elderly adults. Unfortunately, there are many senior citizens who suffer from insomnia and other sleep disorders. In addition, there are various health reasons for lack of sleep such as lifestyle, irregular heartbeat, stress, and more. As a caregiver for your elderly loved one, it is important to know…
Read MoreOur Amazing Director of Nursing
Our amazing Director of Nursing, Lauren, always ensures that our caregivers and clients have everything that they need. Here she is out in the field – practicing social distancing, of course – delivering not just stellar advice, but also an assortment of essential supplies: gloves, masks, hand sanitizer, Lysol, and thermometers. …
Read MoreThree Things No One Tells Family Caregivers to Expect But They Should Know
Whether you’re considering caring for an elderly parent or you’re just getting started, there are things you must know. If you’re prepared for these issues, it’s easier to stop them before they become problematic. Parents Don’t Always Cooperate Decades of living independently and raising kids have your parents very set in their ways. They like…
Read MoreOur Amazing Caregivers and Staff
Despite the pandemic, Generations Home Healthcare is still here for you in every way. Our amazing and dedicated caregivers are following all CDC guidelines to keep our clients safe. Our administrative staff is working from home – virtual interviews, virtual nursing and Zoom meetings are just a few of the many ways that we are…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month
Generations Home Healthcare is proud to announce that Frederick Ashong has been selected as our Caregiver of the Month! Fred has only been with us since January, but he has consistently been an exemplary caregiver since his first day on the case. His clients describe him as conscientious, compassionate, dedicated and cheerful. They truly…
Read MoreFour Organizations That Need Work-From-Home Volunteers
Your dad is home following social-distancing rules under he COVID-19 guidlines. He’s also getting very bored. That boredom has him going outside and looking for things to do. He’s starting to talk about missing his friends and wanting to visit his children and grandchildren. Volunteering may be the best way to keep him from breaking…
Read MoreTop 5 Ways to Prevent a Fall
Falls are one of the biggest concerns many older adults and their family caregivers have. Their fears aren’t unwarranted. About one out over every four people aged 65 and older will fall this year. Falling can result in serious injuries, including broken bones and head injuries. Some people end up disabled because of a fall.…
Read MoreCaregiver of the Month
We are delighted to announce that Bernadette Kariuki has been selected as our Caregiver of the Month! Our team gathered together and made a surprise visit to Bernadette to share the good news – then we presented her with fresh flowers, apple pie (her favorite), and a gift card. Bernadette consistently goes above and beyond…
Read MoreWhat is Atherosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis is a condition of the arteries that can lead to heart attack and kidney failure. Getting older is one of the risk factors for developing atherosclerosis, so knowing more about the condition may help caregivers to manage it in their older family members. General Information You may have heard the terms “atherosclerosis” and “arteriosclerosis”…
Read MoreGenerations Home Healthcare Participates in Cupid Crew
Generations Home Healthcare was thrilled to partner with Wish of a Lifetime on Valentine’s Day this year to participate in #CupidCrew! Our team delivered 300 beautiful roses to seniors in nursing homes, rehab facilities, adult day care programs and assisted living communities. Cupid Crew’s mission is that “we should be together much more than we…
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