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!

For more information on our caregiver services, call our office at 562 929 8400 or check us out at A-1 Domestic Professional Services.

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.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

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.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

Hospice Caregivers in Los Angeles and Orange County

Hospice Care is a difficult subject, for very good reasons. It's hard to accept that your loved one is approaching the end of life. A-1 Home Care makes discreet arrangements for your convenience and ease. After an initial phone call, we can arrange for Los Angeles and Orange County Hospice Caregivers to arrive to your door for interview. Our competent Hospice Care Providers are compassionate and skillful.

A-1 Home Care provides hospice services in Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Cerritos, Artesia, La Habra, Fullerton, Buena Park and Brea should feel free to call us today.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

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.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

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.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

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.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

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.

Call (562) 929- 8400 for talented caregivers
Visit http://a-1domestic.com/caregiver_agency.html to learn about our wonderful caregivers

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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