At Valley Home Care, we strive to be on the forefront of elder home care by keeping up-to-date on current news and information that impacts the clients and families we serve.
We have compiled a list of informational items that we believe you will find educational and helpful. If at any time you have questions or concerns about any of the information presented, please contact us. Our staff will be glad to help you find the information you need to make the right choices about home care.
If you have a suggestion for a future topic, we encourage you to email us your ideas. Also, please check back regularly because we continually update our library of information.
Now, more than ever before, families in Fresno and Modesto are exploring in-home senior care as a solution for supporting their aging parents or loved ones. Even though there is a huge volume of information online about home senior care, many people still have significant misconceptions around what the… Read More
Caregiving often begins with love and good intentions. A family member needs help, and stepping in feels like the natural thing to do. For families across Fresno, this type of care and compassion comes naturally. But, as weeks turn into months, our perspectives can change. Many caregivers discover that… Read More
Setting fitness goals in the new year as part of your 2026 resolutions? You’re not alone. Over 170 million people across the country set New Year’s resolutions for themselves. We think it’s a great thing to do. But, even more thrilling than settling a New Year’s resolution is sticking… Read More
The New Year is approaching. This short window of time between Christmas and January 1st provides us with a natural moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead with intention. Goal-setting doesn’t have to be about chasing unrealistic resolutions or trying to “turn back the clock.” Instead, it’s an opportunity… Read More
Thanksgiving is one of the warmest and most family-centered holidays of the year. For aging adults. especially those receiving in-home healthcare, it can also bring unique challenges. Mobility limitations, dietary restrictions, memory concerns, and changes in family dynamics can all make the holiday feel different than it used to.
Yet… Read More
With Halloween only a few days away, it’s safe to say that we have truly entered the holiday season. Within the next two months, we’ll all have a chance to enjoy the festivities of the Winter season. It’s tempting to simply “cut loose”, live in the moment and take everything… Read More
Halloween holds special memories for many of us. For seniors, wild evenings ‘trick or treating’ may be a thing of the past, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to recapture that delight in ways that are safe and comfortable. There are a large number of easy Halloween crafts… Read More
As America’s senior population grows, more families face a big decision: how to best care for their aging loved ones. Many think handling everything themselves, so-called “do-it-yourself” (DIY) caregiving, is the cheapest and “easiest” choice compared to nursing home, in-home care and more. But once you factor in time, stress,… Read More
As we get older, we realize just how often we’ve taken the concept of living in our own home for granted. For many seniors, staying independent and comfortable in a space that feels like you is a priority. In order to make this a reality, however, making your home safe… Read More
