24 Hour Home Care in Arcadia

For every family, the relationship between a son or daughter and parents can vary greatly.  Some individuals have always gotten along very well with their parents while others have a more strained relationship.  For every son or daughter, there comes that time when you realize your parent’s health is faltering and you begin thinking about the near future and options for long term care.   Before taking on the role of a caregiver it’s important to know your own limitations.  If caregiving is too much of a burden on you, finding outside help is a good idea.

At A-1 Home Care, we offer compassionate  in-home care services on a 24 hour live-in basis or hourly part-time basis in the communities of Arcadia, San Marino, San Gabriel, Monrovia, Duarte, El Monte, Monterey Park, Alhambra, Pasadena, Monrovia, and others in Los Angeles and Orange County.  All of our caregivers, nurse aides, and companions must have prior experience, verifiable professional references, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, a National Background Check and DMV Check, and a personal interview with our office staff.

We specialize in Elder Care services such as Alzheimer’s Care, Arthritis Care, Cancer Care, Diabetic Care, Parkinson’s Care, Post Stroke Care, and Hospice Care.  Our non-medical homecare agency is Licensed Bonded and Insured with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau since 1991.  If your loved one has long term insurance, we accept Penn Treaty, CALPERS, MetLife Insurance, John Hancock, Bankers’ Life & Casualty, and Veteran Administration.

To hire a compassionate caregiver in your area today, call us at 626 287 0250. For more information, visit us at Arcadia In Home Care.

Help for Stroke Victims in Arcadia

One of the scary aspects of stroke is that stroke survivors may be able to fully recover or they may have lifelong disabilities that affect their ability to move, talk, think, and remember.  It can be incredibly frustrating for the stroke survivor because they can’t express themselves to others easily and may require assistance with every part of their life.  The most important thing that family members can do is provide emotional support and ongoing care to help your loved one recover and prevent another stroke from happening.  Beginning a new lifestyle that includes healthy meals on a daily basis, physical therapy, and exercise are necessary to facilitate recovery.  Any resource or medical professional you seek advice from will tell you that nutrition and exercise are the key to a healthy lifestyle and prevention of another stroke, in addition to giving up unhealthy addictions such as smoking and drinking.

At A-1 Home Care, we provide compassionate Post Stroke Care services when you can’t be there to provide the necessary living assistance.  Our post stroke caregivers can provide 24 hour Live-In Care orHourly Care to meet the needs of your schedule.  All of our caregivers, nurse aides, companions, and home helpers must have prior at home caregiving experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check/DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.

It’s important that your loved one follows all doctor or therapist orders and a caregiver from A-1 Home Care can ensure that your loved one is taking any medication they need, eating appropriately, and engaging in recommended exercises.

A-1 Home Care serves the LA county communities of Arcadia and surrounding cities nearby.

To interview and hire a compassionate Post Stroke Caregiver in your area today, call us at 626-287-0250 or 562 929 8400.

For more information, visit us at Arcadia In Home Care.

Arcadia Arthritis Care

Arthritis is a debilitating disease that affects the joints.  With over 100 different types of arthritis, the most common ones we hear about are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Symptoms of arthritis include stiffness in joints, pain during movement, fatigue, depression, muscle strains, and inflammation.  This painful disease intrusively interferes with an individual’s daily activities, and the pain is so agonizing that it becomes impossible to walk, kneel, eat, or write.  Simple tasks like holding a pen become a gruesome ordeal.

As time passes, patients with arthritis become more reclusive, as they abstain from social activities like going to church or going out to dinner with friends, because walking becomes unbearable.  The depression associated with arthritis steepens with social isolation.

While it is hurtful for family members to witness their loved one’s health decline, they can still turn to home care agencies like A-1 Home Care to provide loving support at home.  Caregivers, certified nurse assistants, and home health aides are trained to assist arthritis patients with daily activities like meal preparations, light housecleaning, laundry, and uplifting companionship.  Your loved one will greatly benefit from the presence of someone who understands arthritis and knows how to take care of his or her specific needs.

Call (626) 287-0250 today or visit our website www.arcadiainhomecare.com to learn more.  We serve Arcadia, San Marino, Monrovia, Monterey Park, Sierra Madre, Duarte, Pasadena, and other surrounding cities. 

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Arcadia Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

The words “Dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” are used interchangeably but in reality, they are not synonymous with each other.  Dementia refers to a group of symptoms related to cognitive impairment and is not necessarily connected with age.  Alzheimer’s, on the other hand, generally sets in during the golden years and is commonly associated with memory loss.  You may have heard about elderly ladies wandering out of the house in the middle of the night or Grandpa forgetting how to brush his teeth.  These are symptoms of Alzheimer’s; although seemingly innocent and funny at times, symptoms of Alzheimer’s can lead to disastrous results if not monitored properly.

If you or a loved one is experiencing early symptoms of Alzheimer’s, it is best to get treated by a doctor before symptoms get worse.  Though there is no known cure, treatment for Alzheimer’s is available.  Doctors strongly recommend the presence of a caregiver in the home, especially as in-home health care has become the widespread trend across America.  A-1 Home Care provides excellent Alzheimer’s Care round-the-clock to provide relief for working family members and to give comfort to elderly loved ones who prefer to stay in the comfort of familiar surroundings.

Call A-1 Home Care today (626) 287-0250 or visit our website http://www.arcadiainhomecare.com to get a free estimate for live-in or live-out care!  We provide Alzheimer’s Care in Arcadia, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, Burbank, Covina and surrounding cities. 

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Care at Home for Seniors and Elderly in Arcadia

When you have an Elderly or Senior loved one who lives alone, it’s important to do all you can to help keep them safe, especially when you aren’t around to visit as often as you’d like because of work, caring for your own family, or other obligations.  This article from a home care agency in Canada titled Home Safety Tips for Seniors talks about the basic precautions that every family should take to ensure the safety of their Elderly loved ones.  The article talks about ways you can safeguard each room and bathroom in the house.  Also, being secure from outside threats can be accomplished by installing a peephole in the front door to ensure that your loved one can see anyone that comes knocking.  Deadbolt locks should be installed on all doors and it’s important to get to know the neighbors, who can call you if something doesn’t seem right.

Hiring an in-home caregiver from a reputable home care agency is another option for ensuring the safety of your loved one.  Whether it’s for 24 hour live-in care or hourly care, A-1 Home Care is a non-medical homecare agency that specializes in a variety of Elder Care services from basic Companion Services to care for more advanced medical conditions such as Arthritis Care, After Surgery Care, Parkinson’s Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Cancer Care, Diabetic Care, Post Stroke Care, Incontinence Care, and Hospice Care.

Especially when your loved one has a chronic medical condition, as care giver can provide personal care services and assistance with menial household tasks so your loved one doesn’t have to expend so much energy walking around the house so much.  Our caregivers also aim to enhance your loved one’s quality of life by participating in various activities that are beneficial for their physical and mental health.

All of our caregivers, nurse aides, and companions must have prior at home caregiving experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check/DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.

We serve provide care at home for Seniors and Elderly in Arcadia, San Marino, San Gabriel, Monrovia, Duarte, El Monte, Covina, Burbank, Pasadena, and others in the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles County.

To interview and hire a caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250.

For more information about our agency and credibility, visit us at Arcadia In Home Care. 

Arcadia Live In Care for Elderly & Senior

The time has come when you realize that your Elderly, Senior, or Terminally Ill loved one needs extra living assistance.  Who will provide it though?  Certainly you’re unable, as you have school, work, or family obligations every day.  The only other possible solution would be to hire an in-home caregiver.  This article titled How to Hire a Caregiver for In-Home Help provides some advice on how to get started – including a comparison of hiring independently vs. hiring through an agency and that it’s important to keep the relationship professional.

A-1 Home Care is a non-medical homecare agency that provides Live In Care services on a 24 hour basis or hourly part-time basis.  Our caregivers, nurse aides, and companions must have prior experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check and DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.

We are Licensed Bonded and Insured since 1991, have an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau, and Shield Accreditation.  We specialize in Elder Care services such as Alzheimer’s Care, Post Stroke Care, and Diabetic Care in the communities of Arcadia, San Marino, San Gabriel, Monrovia, Duarte, El Monte, Monterey Park, Alhambra, Pasadena, and others in Los Angeles County.

To hire a compassionate Live-In Caregiver in your area, CALL us at 626-287-0250 for a FREE in-home assessment.

For more information, visit us at Arcadia In Home Care.

Cancer Care & Caregiver Service

At A-1 Home Care, we know it can be difficult to have a loved one who suffers from Cancer.  Seeing your loved one struggle with exhaustion, take medication all the time, have trouble sleeping from anxiety, and more can take its toll on you as well.  The American Cancer Society has a great little section on how to stay healthy and avoid Cancer.  From staying clear of tobacco, to eating healthy, staying active, and being safe in the sun, there is an abundance of information available to stay well-informed and take preventative measures.

For your loved one with Cancer, we offer experienced in-home Cancer Care services.  No matter what stage of Cancer your loved one is in, our caregivers, nurse aides, and companions can provide the best companionship and personal care.  Whether it’s easing their anxiety by playing a game or engaging in other activities with them, preparing healthy meals, providing medication reminders, assisting with personal hygiene & grooming, or carrying out daily household tasks, you can be sure our caregivers can handle it.

We have been Licensed Bonded and Insured since 1991 with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation.  Our caregivers are available for 24 hour live-in care or hourly part-time care in the communities of Arcadia, San Marino, San Gabriel, Monrovia, Duarte, El Monte, Monterey Park, Alhambra, Pasadena, and others in Los Angeles County and Orange County.  We are members of the National Care Planning Council and Chamber of Commerce of Torrance, Santa Fe Springs, Pasadena, and Newport Beach.

To hire a compatible Cancer Caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250. 

Post Stroke Care

When a family member has a stroke, we understand and sympathize with the drastic effect it may have on your family.  Your world may be turned upside down as you fear that your loved one will suffer from paralysis, loss of speech, or inability to understand language.  In addition, you may have to worry about providing close supervision as your loved one recovers because they might pose a danger to themselves with a risk of falling or inability to perform the most simple of tasks.

The American Stroke Association has a variety of informational articles to keep you informed about how to continue on with life after your loved one’s stroke.  From what to expect in rehabilitation and tips for daily living to personal success stories of individuals who have suffered from physical, communication, and emotional challenges, this site is a one-stop guide for all things stroke related.

If your busy life prevents you from providing 24 hour in-home care for your loved one who has suffered a stroke, A-1 Home Care offers compassionate and experienced After Stroke Care on a 24 hour live-in basis or hourly part-time basis.  We offer caregivers, nurse aides, and companions in the communities of Arcadia, San Marino, San Gabriel, Monrovia, Duarte, El Monte, Monterey Park, Alhambra, Pasadena, Burbank, Glendale, and other cities in Los Angeles and Orange County.

We have been in business since 1991 with an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation.  All of our caregivers must have prior experience, verifiable professional references, a National Background Check and DMV Check, Tuberculosis testing, Malpractice/Liability insurance, First Aid/CPR training, and a personal interview with our office staff.  We offer additional Elder Care services such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Incontinence Care in addition to Post Stroke Care.

To hire a compatible caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250. 

After Surgery Care in Arcadia

After a surgical procedure, it’s important to do everything your doctor specifies to ensure a quick and painless recovery.  Whether you’ve had a cosmetic surgery, injury-related surgery, or major surgery for a serious medical condition, it’s important that the incision area is well-taken care of.

Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut, PC offers some very helpful advice for After Surgery Care, especially in what not to do.  For example, Neosporin is an ointment most commonly used to treat small scrapes and cuts, but it’s not good for using on surgery incisions because it may cause itching and redness.  Also, aspirin and ibuprofen is not recommended for relieving pain because they may increase bleeding.

At A-1 Home Care, we have caregivers, nurse aides, and mother’s helpers who have experience providing in-home care for those who need After Surgery assistance on a live-in basis or hourly part-time basis.  Our caregivers can perform tasks that you usually do around the home while you recover, in addition to providing you with personal care in the treatment of your incision, assistance bathing or showering, and moving around.

Our non-medical caregiver placement agency has been in business since 1991, has Shield Accreditation, and an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau.  Many local hospitals such as the Methodist Hospital of Southern California frequently refer their patients to us.

To hire an experienced and compatible caregiver for After Surgery Care, CALL us at 626-287-0250 today. 

Diabetic Care in Arcadia, CA

People with Diabetes have high blood sugar levels because their bodies don’t produce enough insulin to keep their blood levels at bay.  In most cases, Diabetes can be kept in control with medication, a healthy diet, and plenty of exercise.  A-1 Home Care can provide your loved one with a caregiver or nurse aide who can provide knowledgeable Diabetic Care and keep your Elderly or Senior loved one in good health with a stable routine that will include taking insulin medication, eating healthy meals, and getting at least 30 minutes of exercise each day.

Just so you can get an idea of what foods are considered healthy for Diabetic individuals, here’s Food Products for Diabetics, an article on Livestrong.com that goes into detail on food groups and examples of types of foods that have strong nutritional value for Diabetics.  The site also links to a variety of different articles concerning nutrition and diabetes.

A-1 Home Care provides quality in-home care services to the residents of Arcadia, San Marino, Monrovia, Duarte, El Monte, Monterey Park, Alhambra, Pasadena, and other cities in Los Angeles County and Orange County.  We provide caregivers or nurse aides for live-in care, live-out care, hourly part-time care, or 24 hour full-time care.

A-1 Home Care is Licensed Bonded and Insured and has been in business since 1991.  We have an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and Shield Accreditation, and have received thousands of positive client testimonials and reviews throughout the years.

To hire a compatible caregiver, CALL us today at 626-287-0250.