Social Media and Seniors

When it comes to seniors, we often get the stereotypical image of an elderly man or woman fumbling with the keyboard and ignorant of how to use it. But did you know that seniors consist of the fastest growing group of social media users? In a surprising twist, it turns out that there are many elderly folk who find that social media is relevant to their lives and for communication. They're not just using email now, but are making active use of Facebook, Google, and Twitter. Out of 14.8 million users representing a 1448 % of this years's demographic, 11% of them are Facebook seniors. 

It's clearly evident that seniors are just as willing as today's average adult to learn and apply social media to their lives. As an elderly care service agency that provides in home and live in caregivers, A-1 Home Care applaud this yearning in seniors to learn and have taken steps to ensure that we are just as updated with both the senior and the adult population. In order to reach out to more audiences who are seeking Elderly Care or 24 Hour Care, we have created our very own page on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more. In fact, our Facebook page is less than a year old and it has already received over 2,000 likes!

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Professional Caregivers Available for Seniors This Summer!

Now that summer has finally arrived, residents of Los Angeles and Orange County are getting their swimming gear ready and finding fun ways to beat the heat while spending some quality time with family and friends. As engaging a time as this can be, the summer heat demands that we pay special attention when it comes to exposing oneself under UV rays. and high temperatures. Brisk and fresh though it often is, California weather does have the potential to reach the high 90's, and for the elderly, as well as those suffering illness, this heat can not only cause extreme discomfort, but it can also be quite detrimental to their health!

So what solutions are there to allow individuals and their families to enjoy their summer vacations while also having the peace of mind that their loved ones' health will not be affected? One surefire way that this can be done is to have control of said loved one's environment and monitor every detail of their schedule. It's a lot work, unfortunately, and can prove too much for those who are currently juggling between jobs, school,,and caring for children. With this in mind, families in Southern California have turned to hiring in home or live in caregivers. The only question remaining is how to choose the right one?

A-1 Home Care can help you with that very important decision, as we have been working to provide families in LA & the OC with compassionate and professional 24 Hour caregivers since 1991. The caregivers we recruit are all equipped with 2 years or more of caregiving experience  and are well versed in all facets of care including but not limited to After Surgery Care, Incontinence Care and Companion Care. Our home health aides are often asked to administer some of our more popular services that range from Senior Care to 24 Hour Care.

Call our office now at 562 929 8400 and hire a caregiver to look after your loved ones this Summer! For more information, check us out online at A-1 Domestic Professional Domestic Services or else Like us on Facebook! We also service the areas of Arcadia, Downey, Diamond bar, Newport Beach and Encino. 

Downey Care Center for Bookmark Making

In honor of the upcoming Valentines Day, we at A-1 Home Care decided to go to the Downey Care Center to lead our new art series featuring Jackie Brown, who is our head of marketing. Today, we created handmade Valentines Day themed bookmarks. Here is the activities list, if you feel like making them with a favorite senior at home

Valentines Themed Tasseled Bookmarks

Supplies:

Patterned cardstock
Colored yarn
Markers
Stencils
Stickers and Foam stickies
Single hole punch

Instructions:

1. Cut out the cardstock to measurements of 1.5 in wide x 5 in long
2. Punch a hole on the top of each bookmark
3. Using the assorted materials, Encourage seniors to decorate their bookmarks to their preferences. Lots of ideas include making Valentines day themed hearts, adding a personalized message, or drawing pictures with markers.
4. Taking loops of yarn, tie strands to the end and trim to make a tassel.

 A-1 Home Care provides free in home assessments for families who are interested in applying for homecare. Seniors living in Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea should feel free to call us today for free counseling.

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A Look into out Holiday Party at Pirates Adventure Dinner/ A-1 Home care Senior Agency

Last Saturday, all of us at the A-1 Home Care corporate offices went to Pirates Adventure Theater in Buena Park for a rollicking good Christmas party. We were super excited to live out our childhood fantasies of watching live action pirate duels while eating an amazing dinner, thanks to General Manager Sue!

A dignified portrait of the original pirate garb.

There were spooky skeletons strewn on the top of the ceiling, watching hungrily was they watched servers offer us appetizers of meatball bites and other assorted snacks.

Our company was on the orange team, and we were flying our colors wildly. Personally, we thought that our pirate was the most engaging and energetic!

We saw a theatrical pirate show that included dueling, sword fighting, beautiful pirates songstresses, acrobatic dancing, and gymnastics. It was an amazing spectacle that we couldn't have imagined!

As a side not, our turkey dinners were incredible as well.

Thanks you all from A-1 Home Care! This year wouldn't have been possible without the caregivers, clients, and support staff who work hard here in the local areas. We loved celebrating the year with a bang, and expect to have a better, more spectacular year to share with all of you for 2014!

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Help with pain after surgery/ Post surgery care in Los Angeles and Orange County

Post-surgical pain control requires balancing benefits and risks. If your pain medications are too strong, you may have side effects, such as sleepiness, nausea or vomiting. But if pain medications are too weak, you may experience unnecessary pain. Pain limits your ability to breathe deeply, cough, walk and perform the activities necessary for a speedy recovery. The goal is finding the right balance for you at each point during and after the procedure. 

In the period of time after a surgery, your body is recovering from the impact, sutures and stitches. An experienced home health aide will be able to assist with cleaning your wounds, caring for sutures, and making sure your diet complies with doctor's orders. 

 Seniors living in Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea should feel free to call us today.

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Senior Care for Respite in Los Angeles and Orange County

Women on average live longer than men, which means that there is a significant solitary female elder population in the country. So what happens when mom gets ill? A-1 Home Care can provide much needed home care assistance with our Los Angeles and Orange County Senior Caregivers. Whether you need us for long term live-in care or a short respite, we will provide the best services for you.

We hire the brightest candidates for senior caregiver service. Factors that are important are experience, skills and positivity. "What I like most is the uniqueness in dealing with all diffferent kinds of patients. I especially like the deep connection that grows between a caregiver and patient" says Evelyn of Buena Park. We are commited to a deeper level of care.  

Seniors living in Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea should feel free to call us today.

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Arthritis In Home Care in Los Angeles and Orange County

Adjusting to live with severe arthritis can be hard. Many times, our minds are ahead of our bodies and it's easy to overestimate flexibility or reach capacity. A-1 Home Care provides talented In Home Arthritis Caregivers who can help. When you're looking for a Senior Caregiver or Nurse Aide to provide tailored assistance for a loved one with arthritis, call A-1 Domestic Professional Services. We recruit experienced and affordable Caregivers to provide loving nonmedical home care for seniors, elders and adults. Call us for an informal chat about care needs and rates if you're interested in arranging live-in or hourly assistance for yourself or a loved one.

We provide at home care in the cities of Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea.

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Live In Care in Los Angeles and Orange County

Has someone you know been diagnosed with Diabetes? While the cause of Diabetes is still unknown, studies show that certain lifestyle choices can facilitate the disease. Good diet, exercise and proper health care are cornerstones to managing your Diabetes. And it all starts with what you eat. Web MD has compiled a few examples of balanced meals and snacks to give us an idea of what to eat. Ask your Caregiver or Companion to prepare these goodies for you!

Lunch:
(535 calories, 75 grams carbohydrate)
1 cup vegetable soup with 4-6 crackers
1 turkey sandwich (2 slices whole wheat bread, 1 ounce turkey and 1 ounce low-fat cheese, 1 teaspoon mayonnaise)
1 small apple

Snacks:
(Each has 60 calories or 15 grams carbohydrate. Pick two per day.)
16 fat-free tortilla chips with salsa
1/2 cup artificially sweetened chocolate pudding
1 ounce string cheese plus one small piece of fruit
3 cups light popcorn

Remember that a good diet consists of 1600-1800 calories a day. Our live in caregivers can sit down with elders and plan meals for balanced daily living.

A-1 Home Care provides live in caregivers in the cities of  Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea.

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Dementia Care at Home in Los Angeles & Orange County

When someone you love shows signs of dementia, memory loss or confusion, you want to be certain they are able to remain safely at home.  Finding a Caregiver, Companion, Nurse Aide, Respite Caregiver or Home Helper you can trust and rely on is a difficult process that a reputable in home care agency like A-1 Home Care can help you through.

Calling A-1 Home Care guarantees you'll get prompt and relevant answers to your questions regarding services, pricing and qualifications of care providers.  We have over 20 years' experience helping families just like yours arrange in home care for senior or elderly relatives with Dementia, Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.  Our home care agency offers 24 hour live in care and individualized hourly home care at affordable rates.  We have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and are Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

A-1 Home Care proudly serves Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Fernando Valley and the South Bay area.  Call 562-929-8400 to arrange in home care today!

Trustworthy Elder Care from A-1 Domestic in Los Angeles and Orange County

When someone you love needs in home care or after surgery care, you want a top quality Home Care Agency you can trust.  For over 20 years, A-1 Home Care has helped ill, injured, disabled and handicapped adults of all ages throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Fernando Valley and the South Bay area.

We are a Licensed, Bonded and Insured home care agency specializing in Elder Care, After Surgery Care and Hospice Services since 1991.  A-1 Home Care is recommended by leading hospitals and medical centers including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Keck Hospital of USC, Huntington Memorial Hospital, Hoag Memorial Presbyterian, City of Hope and Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center.

A-1 Home Care provides hourly and live in home care on an ongoing  basis or for short term home care service at affordable rates.  We offer expert and certified Hospital Sitters, Caregivers, Nurse Aides, Senior Companions, Home Health Aides, Hospice Caregivers, Respite Care Givers and Home Helpers, depending on your specific needs.

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Cancer Care in Orange County and LA

A new approach to treating cancer may revolutionize cancer treatment, according to the New York Times article, "Genetic Gamble: New Approaches to Fighting Cancer". Scientists are learning that creating a genetic profile of an individual's cancer may unlock the tools for treating it. One woman's breast cancer may have a lot in common with another person's liver cancer. When you take this into consideration, treating all cancers the same across the board is unwise.

A-1 Home Care provides cancer caregivers in the cities of Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea.

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Caregiver Service in Los Angeles and Orange County

All children have been raised under the care of adults. Our parents raised us, opur relatives nurtured us and our neighbors watched out for us. Now it's time to repay the favor. A-1 Home Care offers talented caregivers in Orange County, Los Angeles and surrounding cities. Our experienced staff can care for elders full time or hourly and have experience providing specific care for those with terminal illnesses like Cancer, Arthritis and Alzheimer.
A-1 home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and Shield Accredited. We can provide care in Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea.

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Torrance In Home Care

The experienced private duty home care specialist will provide assistance for your friend, family member or loved one, allowing them to remain independent and in their own home for as long as possible. We can provide compassionate and caring professional Caregivers to assist your loved one. Whether you need 24 hour care or simply a few hours a day, A-1 Domestic Professional Agency can tailor any service to fit your specific needs. We have traditional face to face interviews available daily.

In Home Care Offered in Ladera Ranch

A-1 Home Care Agency and A-1 Domestic Professional Services is a service oriented, licensed, bonded and insured referral and placement agency. Our goal is to provide the best and most efficient service at an Affordable and Reasonable rate.

We have caregivers for all your In Home Care needs including Complete Home Care Services up to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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. These specialized support services will allow you to continue living a normal, healthy, and comfortable life in your own home with the help of a well trained care provider.


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After Surgery Child Care in La Palma

A-1 Domestic Professional Services, A-1 Home Care, & A-1 Caregivers can provide a professional child care provider for a child in your family scheduled to go through surgery. We have skilled Nannies, Mother's Helpers, Babysitters and Au pairs with Early Childhood Education Training and experience helping children with physically and emotionally difficult situations.


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At Facility Hospital Sitter or Nursing Home Sitter in La Habra

If you need someone to provide Companion Care in a hospital or nursing home, A-1 Domestic Professional Services, A-1 Home Care, & A-1 Caregivers can help. Our Caregivers can provide one-on-one companion care while you're at work, helping to alleviate the anxiety and fear your loved one may feel when they are admitted into a facility.

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Care or Assistance After Cosmetic Surgery in Irvine

If you are concerned about the daily needs for yourself or your family while you are recuperating from a scheduled cosmetic surgery procedure, A-1 Domestic Professional Services, A-1 Home Care, & A-1 Caregivers can give you peace of mind. We can offer Short-Term Home Care during your convalesence to assure a complete and successful recovery.


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Traveling Caregiver or Private Duty in Huntington Beach

If you would like to travel with a loved one or family member who needs assistance, A-1 Domestic Professional Services, A-1 Home Care, & A-1 Caregivers have Private Duty Nurses and Caregivers. We have experienced Caregivers and Private Duty Nurses who can assist with your daily physical needs while you are traveling.


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Long Distance Care in Fullerton

When a family member lives too far away for you to personally look after, you can gain peace of mind by allowing A-1 Domestic Professional Services, A-1 Home Care, & A-1 Caregivers to help. We can provide compassionate and caring professional Caregivers to assist your loved one. Our Care Providers can help the people you care about maintain their health and independence.

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Respite Care in Emerald Bay

If you need a day or two to recharge from caring for a relative or your need to leave town for a few days, A-1 Domestic Professional Services, A-1 Home Care, & A-1 Caregivers can provide Respite Care on a regular or on-call basis. Taking some time off to restore your strength will enable you to continue providing quality care for your loved one.

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