Hospice Care Available for Seniors and the Terminally Ill

Some people are unsure of what the term "hospice" means. To put someone in hospice means to put someone under care designed for those who are terminally ill or for those who are very near passing. The reason that hospice was created was to give the elderly and the terminally ill a dignified death, with as little pain as is possible. It makes passing that much easier for both the patient and their families.

Under our Hospice program, A-1 Home Care can not only provide for your loved one a comfortable journey to the other side, but in the comfort of their very own instead of some  strange  facility. Our caregivers are trained with 2 years of experience to administer all facets of care including Senior Care, Companion Care and more!

For more information on our in home and live in services, call our office at 626 827 0250 or check us out at Sierra Madre In Home Care. 

Heart Healthy Tips/ A-1 Home Care Sierra Madre

 

February is the month of romance, Valentines Day, and the introduction of spring. But it is also a month for Heart Health Awareness. Health is very important to us at A-1 Home Care, so we will be focusing on this today.

 

For heart healthy seniors, lots of attention should be paid to eating habits. Heart disease and heart attacks are results of unhealthy lifestyles. We encourage seniors to ask their caregivers to provide clean meals that follow the guidelines below.

 

You should eat mainly:

• Fruits and vegetables
• Grains like whole-grain barley, buckwheat, bulgur, millet, quinoa, and sorghum
• Fat-free or low-fat versions of milk, cheese, yogurt, and other milk products
• Fish, skinless poultry, lean meats, dry beans, eggs, and nuts

 

Also, you should limit the amount of foods you eat that contain:

• Saturated fat
• Trans fat
• Cholesterol
• Sodium
• Added sugars

A-1 Home Care provides services in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Altadena, La Crescenta, Alhambra, Rosemead, Arcadia, El Monte and Monterey Park.

So if you need a little help to get through the day, call 626-287-0250 or visit http://www.sierramadreinhomecare.com/ now! Also, visit our facebook at www.facebook.com/a1homecareagency

 

Christmas traditions around the Words: Sweden/ A-1 Home Care wishes a Happy Christmas!

The Christmas season in Sweden begins with the Saint Lucia ceremony. Before dawn on the morning of December 13th, the youngest daughter from each family puts on a white robe with a red sash. She wears a crown of evergreens with tall-lighted candles attached to it. She wakes her parents, and serves them with coffee and Lucia buns. The other children accompany her. The boys dress in long white shirts and pointed hats.
 
This charming custom goes back to Lucia, a Christian virgin martyred for her beliefs at Syracuse in the fourth century.While the tall candles are tradition, they have lately been replaced by electric versions, as to not cause a holiday disaster!

A-1 Home Care provides last minute holiday caregiving services for families in Sierra Madre. Let us know if you have any special or travel related arrangements required!

We at A-1 Home Care provide services in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Altadena, La Crescenta, Alhambra, Rosemead, Arcadia, El Monte and Monterey Park. We hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Call 626-287-0250 or visit http://www.sierramadreinhomecare.com/ to arrange for care today.

Happy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time for families- and time honored family recipes. However, it can be a time to try out new recipes as well. Though not as obvious as the turkey, Thanksgiving appetizers play a starring role in game day festivities. Here is a Food Network recipe to whet your appetite before the big meal. 

Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip by Alton Brown

Ingredients
1 cup thawed, chopped frozen spinach
11/2 cups thawed, chopped frozen artichoke hearts
6 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Boil spinach and artichokes in 1 cup of water until tender and drain. Discard liquid. Heat cream cheese in microwave for 1 minute or until hot and soft. Stir in rest of ingredients and serve hot.

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/hot-spinach-and-artichoke-dip-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback

A-1Home Care arranges at home caregiving in Sierra Madre. We are A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. We provide free in home assessments and face to face interviews. Call to day for same or next day service in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Arcadia, Alhambra, Altadena, La Crescenta-Montrose, La Canada Flintridge, San Gabriel, Rosemead, El Monte and Monterey Park.
Call  626-287-0250 to arrange Senior Care Visit us at http://www.sierramadreinhomecare.com/elder_care.html to learn more about Elder Care Services

24 Hour Home Care for Senior & Elderly in Sierra Madre

An old adage says, "You are what you eat." This is true for everyone, especially for elders. We loved WebMD's article, "Eating for a Long Life." This handy list is a wonderful guideline for foods to eat. A good diet is a powerful tool against heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's and many other conditions. Ask your Sierra Madre Live In Caregiver to prepare some of these with you!

The longevity diet includes:
Foods full of antioxidants
Extra virgin olive oil
Berries
Fresh veggies
Fish
Beans

A-1 Home Care provides Sierra Madre Live In Caregivers in the cities of  Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Altadena, La Crescenta, Alhambra, Rosemead, Arcadia, El Monte and Monterey Park.

So if you need a little help to get through the day, call 626-287-0250 or visit http://www.sierramadreinhomecare.com/ now!

Senior Respite Care in Sierra Madre

 It's painful to see a senior you love experience a chronic illness. Diseases like cancer or alzheimer are slow to develop and highly emotional. When you're a family caregiver who is with your ill parents or spouse day in and day out, you tend to internalize the struggle of your senior loved one which can develop into caregiver stress or burnout. A-1 Home Care highly recommends hiring a Sierra Madre Senior Caregiver to provide respite care.

A-1 Home Care hires and screens experienced, good natured Senior Caregivers who are skilled with caring for elderly people with chronic or terminal illnesses. Our caregivers emphasize a positive attitude and environment to keep an aura of healthy cleanliness. We can take care of chores like cooking, laundry, bed making, bathroom assistance and more.

A-1 Home Care is an A+ rated nonmedical home health agency with over 20 years of experience in caregiving. We provide respite care assistance for seniors in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Altadena, La Crescenta, Alhambra, Rosemead, Arcadia, El Monte and Monterey Park.

So if you need a little help to get through the day, call 626-287-0250 or visit http://www.sierramadreinhomecare.com/ now!

After Surgery Care for Elderly in Sierra Madre

Having surgery or having to stay in a hospital is scary enough, but what if you can't care for yourself at home and don't have family who can help?  If you're scheduled for hip or knee replacement surgery or just want to have a cosmetic procedure done, hiring professional after surgery in home care is an excellent way to ensure a speedy and comfortable recovery.

Hospitals, dentists and medical centers won't let you drive yourself home after any type of surgical procedure.  Non-medical home care agencies like A-1 Home Care can pick you up, drive you to your clinical appointment and assist you home afterwards.  At home recovery from an expert Caregiver, Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide is an affordable post-surgical solution to your personal care needs.

Our Caregiver can assist with bathing, meal preparation, housecleaning, pet care, laundry, picking up prescriptions and child care.  A-1 Home Care has provided short term at home after surgery care to seniors, elderly and disabled residents of Sierra Madre and Los Angeles County since 1991.  We are recommended to patients at The Lasky Clinic, Sono Bello, Kaiser Permanente and other leading centers due to our superior patient and elder care. 

To arrange in home after surgery care, call 626-287-0250 today!

Caregiver Service in Sierra Madre

At A-1 Home Care, we're thankful for our wonderful past year, our loved ones and new friendships. 2012 has been great for our caregiving agency and we'd like to express our gratitude to our wonderful elder caregivers and clients who have made this possible.

A-1 Home Care provides friendly Senior Companions, Nurse Aides and Caregivers for in home health care. We provide service in the cities of Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Arcadia, Alhambra, Altadena, La Crescenta-Montrose, La Canada Flintridge, San Gabriel, Rosemead, El Monte and Monterey Park.

Call  626-287-0250 to arrange Senior Care
Visit us at http://www.sierramadreinhomecare.com/elder_care.html to learn more about Elder Care Services

Alzheimer & Dementia Care Services

A-1 Domestic provides Alzheimer's and Dementia in-home care services in Sierra Madre and other cities in Los Angeles County. 

We sympathize with you, your Elderly loved one with Alzheimer's, and all of your affected family.  It can be a very difficult time because of the continuing loss of memory your loved one experiences.  Communication becomes harder and often repetitive as shown in this emotional video on CBS News about a woman who was a former reporter that was diagnosed with Alzheimer's when she was 55, yet began symptoms at age 40. 

At A-1 Domestic, we offer caregivers, nurse aides, and companions who have experience providing 24 hour live-in care or hourly part-time care for individuals with Alzheimer's or Dementia.  We can assist with daily activities such as exercise, healthy meal preparation, personal hygiene & grooming, transportation, and stimulating activities such as board games, reading, arts & crafts, using the computer, and more.

We have been in business since 1991 with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation.  Our services span the communities of Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Arcadia, Alhambra, Altadena, La Crescenta, La Canada, San Gabriel, Rosemead, El Monte, Monterey Park, and others in Los Angeles County.

To interview an Alzheimer's Caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250.

Home Care for Seniors & Elderly

A-1 Domestic Professional Services provides in-home care services for Elderly, Senior, and Terminally Ill individuals in the communities of Sierra Madre and surrounding Los Angeles County cities. 

Sometimes people don't realize how stressful the life of a caregiver is, pouring their heart and soul into making sure that someone else lives well.  Too often is the caregiver under-appreciated for the amazing care they provide every day.  Here's a touching article on the New York Times about a woman who found out that her late mother's caregiver Juanita - who had been in the family for a long time - had passed away.  In the article she talks about how she never really appreciated the care that Juanita provided for her mother, who had Multiple Sclerosis.  It's a touching story that should remind us all how great the work is that caregivers provide. 

A-1 Domestic offers caregivers, nurse aides, and companions for 24 hour live-in care or hourly part-time care.  Our caregivers have specialized experience with a number of Elder Care services such as Alzheimer's Care, Parkinson's Care, Arthritis Care, After Surgery Care, Diabetic Care, Cancer Care, Hospice Care, and Incontinence Care. 

We are Licensed Bonded and Insured, have been in business since 1991, and have an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau.  If your loved one carries long-term insurance, we accept Penn Treaty, John Hancock, Bankers' Life & Casualty, Veteran Administration, MetLife Insurance, and CALPERS. 

To hire an Elder caregiver today, CALL us at 626-287-0250. 

Sierra Madre Home Care

We provide Senior Home Care Services for retired seniors, elderly, terminally ill, handicapped people, and the developmentally disabled. At Sierra Madre In Home Care and A-1 Domestic Professional Services, we design each program to provide a caregiver or homemaker to help in managing personal care, exercise, and nutrition.

Sierra Madre In Home Care and A-1 Domestic Professional Services is a service oriented, licensed, bonded, and insured referral and placement agency.

Home Care Services in Sierra Madre

Our program is designed to provide you with a caregiver or homemaker on a regular basis to help manage your personal care, exercise program, nutrition, and hygiene. Regardless of the personal need for yourself or your loved one, our compassionate caregivers are available to assist in any way necessary.

At the time of interview, comprehensive face to face sessions are conducted at the client’s home or at our corporate headquarters.