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Supporting Clients Who Need Special Foot Care at Home with IncrediCare Home Care
Which patients would benefit from In-Home Care? Patients who are struggling to care for their feet Patients who have neuropathy and could benefit from additional support in caring for their feet. Wound Care patients who cannot independently support the medical treatment plan through proper nutrition and hydration Services Provided by Non-Medical – In-Home Support […]
Employee of the Month: October
Backie Cook has been selected for EOM of October. Backie has been with IncrediCare for 7 years. She has received high praise from her clients for her loving nature and attention to detail. Thank you, Backie, for everything you do for IncrediCare and your client. You are appreciated. Backie was awarded a $100 […]
October News – IncrediCare
Stafford County Sheriff’s Department National Night Out National Night Out is a county Sheriff’s Department sponsored event to encourage neighborhoods to get to know each other, the sheriffs, and deter crime. IncrediCare LPN Deanna McAdams offered adults complementary blood pressure checks. Attendees of all ages were encouraged to spin the wheel of prize, earning stress […]
Reducing Fall Risk in Seniors
Our caregivers can help your patients reduce their fall risk through: Providing assistance when walking and transferring Motivating the senior to keep active and complete their home exercise program Home Safety – helping keep the living space clear of clutter Bathroom safety – utilizing bathroom equipment such as hand-held showers, tub benches, and grab bars […]
Tips For Caring For a Senior Parent With Alzheimer’s
It’s difficult to be a family caregiver for a senior parent under any circumstances. But it can be particularly hard when your senior loved one has Alzheimer’s. As the Alzheimer’s progresses, it can be difficult for family caregivers to cope with symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Personality changes and reduced capacity to participate in their own care […]
November is COPD Awareness Month
Early detection of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is key to successful treatment. If you have any of the symptoms or exposures to risk factors mentioned in the sections below, talk to your doctor about them. Symptoms: Chronic cough Shortness of breath while doing everyday activities (dyspnea) Frequent respiratory infections Blueness of the lips or […]
Tips for Helping a Senior Parent with Personal Care
Family caregivers who care for a senior parent often have to do things that might be awkward or uncomfortable. When you’re suddenly put into a caregiver role, it can be difficult to navigate the emotional issues that can arise. Personal care, like helping your senior parent bathe or get dressed, is something that makes many […]
Ten Surprising Things That Can Raise Blood Sugar Levels
If your parent has diabetes, he is used to checking his blood sugar levels throughout the day to ensure his levels are where they are supposed to be. Doing this helps your parent understand how food, exercise, stress, and even illness can affect his blood sugar levels. He might have been given a thorough report […]
Four Things All Seniors Should Have in Their Pantries
Does your senior parent have everything they need in their pantry? Sometimes it can be difficult for seniors to get out and shop for the things they need. Home care can help seniors run errands, shop, and do household chores. But even with the help of home care, seniors sometimes find themselves in a situation […]
