The Impact of COVID-19 on Home Care

The year 2020 has impacted practically everyone in one way or another, especially when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone can talk at length about how they have been personally affected by this virus. I thought it would be fitting to take a different approach and see different experiences from the standpoint of our elderly loved ones. We will cover the life of elderly individuals in different settings like: Assisted Living, Rehab, Nursing Homes, Respite Care, Home Care, Home Health Care, Hospice etc.

By Sam Gopinathan|2020-12-15T07:53:10-08:00January 15, 2021|COVID-19 Updates, Real-Life Caregiving Stories|

How to Discuss Financial Matters with Your Aging Parents

You want to help mom and dad protect their retirement nest egg so they can age comfortably in place for many years to come- but aren’t sure what to do. Here are some proven ways to discuss financial matters with aging parents before it’s too late.

By New Wave Home Care|2021-01-05T08:03:44-08:00January 11, 2021|Senior Care Issues|

Families Choose Safer Home Care Options in Lieu of Nursing Homes

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, New Wave Home Care has been making continuous efforts to increase awareness of the health and safety risks now confronting those that make up a good number of our more vulnerable population, our aging-in-place seniors. With that in mind we'd just like to share a few excerpts from an article that came out this month in The Wall Street Journal on the topic of COVID-19 and the shift away from nursing homes.

By New Wave Home Care|2020-12-24T15:35:22-08:00December 24, 2020|COVID-19 Updates|

How Do I Discuss the Topic of Home Care with My Loved One?

Although many aging in place seniors are proud and self-sufficient, the stark reality is that most will eventually need at least some in-home assistance to maintain their independent lifestyle. On the other hand, convincing an elderly loved one to accept home care can be challenging and stressful. What follows are several reliable ways to overcome their objections.

By New Wave Home Care|2020-12-10T08:45:57-08:00December 21, 2020|Home Care|

Why Choose Home Care – The Impact of COVID-19 on Assisted Living

The year 2020 has impacted practically everyone in one way or another, especially when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone can talk at length about how they have been personally affected by this virus. I thought it would be fitting to take a different approach and see different experiences from the standpoint of our elderly loved ones. We will cover the life of elderly individuals in different settings like: Assisted Living, Rehab, Nursing Homes, Respite Care, Home Care, Home Health Care, Hospice etc.

By Sam Gopinathan|2020-12-15T06:55:07-08:00December 4, 2020|COVID-19 Updates, Real-Life Caregiving Stories|

Trip and Fall Hazards for Seniors and What You Can Do to Prevent Them

Tripping and falling among seniors is an everyday occurrence. One out of every four seniors trip and fall every year, and it's one of their biggest fears. Fortunately, steps can be taken to minimize this from happening to the senior in your life.

By New Wave Home Care|2020-11-13T07:35:35-08:00November 16, 2020|Senior Health Care|

Home Care vs. Home Health Care

In the last eleven years of us being in this business, we have come across countless situations where people mix up the term Home Care vs. Home Health Care. It sounds very similar and hence the confusion.

By Sam Gopinathan|2020-10-29T11:30:52-07:00November 9, 2020|Home Care|

How Does a Chronic Illness Affect Our Elderly Loved Ones?

Chronic disease can affect families in different ways, most especially the lives of the elderly. If you have a senior at home with these kinds of illnesses, you may need to avail of special care for chronic conditions. Thankfully, our team of caregivers and medical [Read More...]

By New Wave Home Care|2021-02-23T11:04:14-08:00April 28, 2020|Caregiving, Senior Health Care|

What Qualities Should You Look for in a Social Worker?

Understanding and accessing the many resources for senior living and elderly care can be difficult. Sometimes, ensuring a senior receives all of the care and living accommodations they need can be a task too big for family members or friends. This is when the [Read More...]

By New Wave Home Care|2021-02-26T09:19:10-08:00March 6, 2020|Caregiving, Senior Health Care|

What To Do When You Don’t Care For The Person You Care For

Ironically (or what may be called a cruel twist of fate), some of us find ourselves in the position of having to tend to the needs of those who ignored ours—or were downright abusive. It’s easy to see how such circumstances can lead to a conflicted relationship that does not serve either party well—creating a negative emotional state that will spill over into all areas of your life.

By New Wave Home Care|2021-02-23T13:00:59-08:00January 14, 2020|Caregiving, Home Care|

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