Arthritis Awareness Month
Throughout the month of May, we observe more closely the condition known as arthritis – a term often used when referring to joint pain or joint disease. Inflammation of the joints can cause many unfavorable symptoms such as mobility limitations, stiffness, swelling, decreased range of motion, muscle weakness, fatigue, pain, and more. Millions of individuals […]
Easter Greetings
The morning sky glows intermittently through gathered clouds. Every now and then streams of light pierce through the curtains in between the gray, moving mask. It has been predicted that there may be storms today, but underneath it all the sun still faithfully shines. Easter morning has arrived, and even though we are experiencing a […]
One-on-One Care: Always First in Line
When you’ve spent most of your life seeing to your own needs and completing your own everyday routines, you’re used to having those needs met and routines completed on your own time. Whether its waking up in the morning and feeling ready to get out of bed, taking a relaxing shower, preparing meals when hungry, […]
In-Home Caregivers: Advocating for your Needs
What is needed to stay comfortable, live well and feel content varies between each individual. While there are basic needs that are wholly agreed upon such as the need to feel safe, be well-nourished, and sheltered, the requirements for personal wellness are, in fact, personal. What may work for one may not for another, just […]
Journeying toward In-Home Care with Aqua Home Care
It has been said that, sometimes, the hardest part of a journey is taking that first step. Of course, moving forward into the unknown despite anticipation and continuing on despite challenges and uncertainty is no small feat. It takes strength to keep going and perseverance to cross the finish line. Some journeys may be meant […]
Communicating with your Caregiver
Some of the strongest bonds we share in life are with those who have our best interest in mind as well as a true concern for our well-being. They are the ones we can count on to be there during our hardships as well as our celebrations. Whether it’s an immediate spark of friendship or […]
Aqua Home Care: Putting the Pieces Together
There are a few moving parts to sort through and set into place when it comes to in-home care. You want to be sure that the in-home care you or your loved one receives accommodates personal needs and daily schedules. You also want to be sure that practices that promote comfort and safety are always […]
Aqua Home Care and Assisted Living
Whether it be a factor of age-related issues or other reasons for needing assistance, many individuals find that assisted living communities are an appropriate placement for themselves or their loved ones. While staff is available to provide support, residents of these facilities live fairly independent lifestyles. Those suited for assisted living can benefit from having […]
Mobility Assistance
From getting out of bed in the morning to moving about the house to running necessary errands, daily living requires some level of mobility to complete everyday tasks and meet everyday needs. For many reasons, maintaining mobility independence can grow increasingly difficult. Arthritis, hip, knee and other joint damage, back injuries, health issues and other […]
Personal Pairings: How Aqua Home Care Selects the Right Caregiver for You
It takes a foundation of trust, loyalty, and genuine care and concern when it comes to forming a relationship. Whether with a neighbor, coworker, or friend of a friend, establishing a bond can be lasting and very rewarding. With any pairing, building a relationship can take time to grow and develop. Fostering a caregiver/client relationship […]