Caregivers Relieve Stress for Seniors

A common image that comes to mind when “retirement” is mentioned is that of a relaxed life, filled with vacation days and easy living. What people often forget is that stress is a common issue with seniors and retirement. Stress about health, stress about family, and about all the news that we hear every day. Believe it or not , even seniors have to work on relieving stress. 

One great tip for reducing stress is to "reduce" the amount of things you are responsible for or have to worry about.  When we are anxious or worried about some unfinished task, we are more likely not to finish the task at hand.  So try to shed the unnecessary worries and only focus on what's important. When you are living with tension, the best way to lower your stress is to relax and release tension.  In order to do this, deep breathing and muscle relaxation techniques, or even going outside can help you cope with your stress.

For seniors, having a companion around can help with stress relief because they are able to make space clear for your body to move around, and for your mind to be at ease.  A-1 Home Care in Glendale specializes in a variety of in home care for seniors, and can combine their skills in companion services.  Our company covers both Los Angeles and Orange County, and we hope to provide you and your  loved ones with the best Home Helpers around town.

To begin live in or 24 Hour service, please call 310-657-8780, or visit us online Glendale In Home Care. 

Tips for fluids for seniors with Kidney Disease/ A-1 Home Care Glendale

What do you do when you have kidney disease?

Kidneys help control the amount of fluid that leaves your body. If your kidney disease progresses, your kidneys may be unable to regulate the removal of fluid from your body and as a result your doctor may ask you to limit your fluid intake. Too much fluid may cause swelling, shortness of breath, or high blood pressure.

If your doctor advises you to decrease the amount of fluids you eat and drink each day these tips may help you.

• Drink only when thirsty. Do not drink out of habit or to be social

• Eat less salt so you will feel less thirsty

• Suck on ice chips. (Measure small units into a cup)

• Brush your teeth three to four times a day; this is to prevent your mouth from drying out

• Suck on a lemon wedge

• If you have diabetes, control your blood sugar

• Chew sugarless gum or suck on sugarless hard candy

• Take your medications with sips of fluid

• When dining out, ask your beverage to be served in a child-size glass

A-1 Home Care provides daily in home health assistance for families in the Glendale area. You can call to schedule an appointment for a consultation.

Interested seniors can contact us anytime to arrange care.
We offer live in care services who live in the neighborhoods of Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank,Sierra Madre, Covina, Diamond Bar, Altadena, Glendora and other cities in Los Angeles County.

Call 310-657-8780 to schedule an appointment for consultation.

Eat your protein after surgery!/ Post surgery care in Glendale, CA

Getting extra protein is especially important after surgery because the body needs it to make immune cells and antibodies, to reduce inflammation and to mend the wound at the site of incision. Without enough protein from food, the body must make its own by breaking down muscle and organ tissue, and sapping immunity. As a result, poor nutrition can delay post surgery recovery.

This means:
40 grams for a 120-pound person
50 grams for a 150-pound person
60 grams for 180-pound person

Cooking in the aftermath of a surgery isn't exactly the most appealing idea in the world. A-1 Home Care highly recommends enlisting the help of a friend or caregiver in the first few days after surgery, to augment your chances of healing properly. Maybe they can even try something new in terms of post surgery food ideas. Check out this lovely recipe from Health.com:

• 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 medium red onion, finely diced
• Pinch of red pepper flakes
• 1 pound chopped mixed greens (such as kale, Swiss chard, or mustard greens)
• 10 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/2 plus 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
• 8 ounces part-skim ricotta
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 3/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 tablespoon pine nuts
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Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until soft (about 4 minutes). Add pepper flakes and half of greens and cook until wilted and crisp-tender (about 5 minutes); place sautéed greens in a colander. Repeat with remaining greens. Cool slightly and squeeze dry; transfer to a bowl. Using paper towel, wipe out skillet and reserve.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper until smooth. Add to bowl with greens, vinegar, ricotta, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; stir to combine. Fold the ricotta mixture into egg mixture.
4. In reserved skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Pour egg mixture into pan and cook until the sides are set (about 8 minutes). Transfer to oven and bake until completely set (about 15 minutes).
5. To make pesto: Combine basil, parsley, mint, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and process until all ingredients are coarsely chopped. With the motor running, slowly add the remaining 1/3 cup oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
6. Remove frittata from oven and invert onto serving platter. Slice into 8 wedges and serve with pesto.

Widows of Wartime Vets may be eligible for VA Benefits

Has your spouse served in a wartime setting yet passed away? Few elderly veterans and their widows know that they may be eligible to receive substantial veterans benefits to assist with the costs of daily living. One program in particular has proven quite elusive for veterans and spouses. The Veterans Administration provides an Aid & Attendance Benefit is specifically designed as an "improved pension" plan for elderly or disabled vets (or widows) to receive assistance pertaining to assisted care. This is for those who require help with daily living.

Qualifications for this service include:
Age 65+ or disabled
Proven need for daily living assistance
Low income

A-1 Home Care provides daily in home health assistance for families in the Glendale area. You can call to schedule an appointment for a consultation.

Interested seniors can contact us anytime to arrange care.
We offer live in care services who live in the neighborhoods of Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Covina, Diamond Bar, Altadena, Glendora and other cities in Los Angeles County.

Call 310-657-8780 to schedule an appointment for consultation.

Senior Care for Respite in Glendale

Mom's dementia is getting worse and lately, you've been spending most of your time caring for her- at a detriment to your personal life. A-1 Home Care offers side by side respite caregiving services for Glendale families who need extra help. Many family caregivers like to hire our Glendale Senior Care Providers to help out with "daily work", such as bed making, light cleanup, prescription pick up, overnight supervision and meal preparation. This allows for a more reasonable day to day pace without breaking the bank.

A-1 Home Care specializes in affordable, live-in senior care. We provide our services to families and seniors in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Covina, Diamond Bar, Altadena, Glendora and other cities in Los Angeles County with at home Care. Our dependable and compassionate caregivers are available for hourly in home care or for 24 hour live in care, whichever is best for your family.

Call 310-657-8780 to arrange at home care today!

Live In Home Care in Glendale

When you spend half your nights tossing and turning or simply trying to stay asleep, life can get frustrating. Many adults and seniors struggle with insomnia, which is a common side effect of Alzheimer and Dementia, modern lifestyles or simply a product of aging. If you choose not to use sleep aids to restore a good nights rest, ask your live in caregiver to help try these useful sleep tips by WebMd. The article provides lifestyle tips that support the body's natural sleep responses such as:

1. Turning off screens before bed. The light from televisions and computers interferes with the body's natural melatonin production
2. Eating a snack before bed. the combination of protein and carbohydrates promotes sleepiness.
3. Getting up to read or leaving the bedroom when one can't sleep for over 30 minutes. This helps prevent the bedroom from becoming a source of anxiety.

A-1 Home Care arranges Live In caregivers who are supportive in helping create healthy lifestyles. Our Aides can assist with nightly rituals such as preparing warm baths, reading with elders and more.

Our Live In Caregivers are available in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Covina, Diamond Bar, Altadena, Glendora and other cities in Los Angeles County with at home Care.  Our dependable and compassionate  caregivers are available for hourly in home care or for 24 hour live in care, whichever is best for your family.

Call 310-657-8780 to arrange at home  care today!

24 Hour Care in Glendale

A saddening article from LA Times details the importance of choosing the right caregiver. In circumstances so common they have been labeled by the Orange County Police Dept as "caregiver roulette", family members who select independent caretakers for their elderly parents off sites like Craigslist, sometimes end up with horrifically negligent individuals. Read "A Difficult Lesson in Hiring a Caregiver for Mom" to learn more.

At A-1 Home Care, we perform criminal background checks, DMV checks and personal interviews for all of our caregivers. Each 24 Hour Aide and Companion must have employer references that we personally verify. We provide a fully transparent service, with relatives welcomed to be present during care giving hours.

A-1 Home Care has over 20 years of experience providing affordable Tarzana Live In Caregivers. We offer our services in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Covina, Diamond Bar, Altadena, Glendora and other cities in Los Angeles County with at home Hospice Care.  Our dependable and compassionate hospice caregivers are available for hourly in home care or for 24 hour live in care, whichever is best for your family.

Call 310-657-8780 to arrange at home hospice care today!

Respite Caregivers in Glendale

Experts say that despite the conveniences of our time, modern society is extremely stressed. Compound our daily stresses with the burden of the family caregiver, and daily loads may become unbearable. A-1 Home Care provides family caregivers in Glendale the opportunity to take a break. We commend you for looking after your loved one, but advise you to take your much needed rest. Focus on yourself, de-stress while our Glendale Respite Caregivers provide skilled care for your elderly loved one. When you come back, you'll be bright and renewed and able to take on your days.

A-1 Home Care provides Glendale Respite Caregivers in  Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, Sierra Madre, Glendora, Covina, Diamond Bar, and others in Los Angeles County and Orange County.
 
To hire a compatible caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250.
For more information, visit us at Glendale In Home Care.