Are You Becoming an “Invisible Patient”?
Caregivers in Shadyside PA: In 2015, author Lauren Weinstein released a graphic novel titled “Invisible Patients.” The novel shared the story of a woman who quit her job to care for her husband. Being isolated leads to anxiety, stress, and even depression.
NEW CENTRAL STAR BABY ARRIVES AT AVITA HEALTH SYSTEM
Central Star Home Health Services in Mansfield Ohio is pleased to report the birth of Kashton Paul Banks. Kaston arrived on the morning of April 10th, 2017 at Avita Health Systems-Galion. He was a healthy 6 pounds, 6 ounces and was 18 ¾ inches long. Kashton is the son of Elaina Banks who has worked as the Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator at Central Star for over two years.
Siblings of Children with Special Needs
Your job as a parent often means juggling a lot of different things at the same time. This can be even trickier as a parent of a child with special needs. Because they take more of your time and energy you may feel you are neglecting the other siblings. They are all your children and you want to do what’s best for them. How do you manage it all?
Are You a Caregiver, Even if You Don’t Call Yourself One?
Caregiver in Mt. Lebanon PA: There are a lot of caregivers out there who refuse to acknowledge the title. They may call themselves something else or deny that they are a caregiver, but they’re still caring for someone else. What gives?
EXTENDED FAMILY CARE APPRECIATES THEIR EMPLOYEES
Home Care in Pittsburgh PA: On Monday the Extended Family Care office in Pittsburgh held an Employee Appreciation Day in honor of their employees.
How You and Your Elderly Loved One Can Ditch Excuses for Not Exercising
Elder Care in Pittsburgh PA: When it’s time to exercise, you and your elderly loved one might find yourselves uttering one or more of these excuses that can keep you stuck to the couch. Here are some ideas for ditching those excuses for good.
What Are the Most Common Types of Fires Your Loved One Might Encounter?
Caregiver in Mt. Lebanon PA: The risk of a fire can be terrifying to both you and to your elderly loved one. Here are some of the most common types of fires your loved one might encounter.
EXTENDED FAMILY CARE HEADS LOCAL FOOD DRIVE
Home Care in Pittsburgh PA: Extended Family Care of Pittsburgh with the assistance of the management team of Penn Center East, sponsored a local food drive in December in support of the North Hills Community Outreach Center.
Will Your Parent Need Surgery After a Broken Hip?
Elderly Care in Pittsburgh PA: Each year throughout the United States more than 300,000 adults over the age of 64 are hospitalized after suffering a hip fracture.
How Can You Help Your Aging Loved One Remain More Independent in the Bathroom?
Senior Care in Carnegie PA: The loss of independence can be extremely difficult for elderly adults. Accustomed to caring for themselves and others, realizing that they are no longer able to do even basic tasks for themselves can result in feelings of depression, anxiety, loss of motivation, and diminished self-esteem.
