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.
Home Care Services Fresno CA – Can Home Care Help Your Senior with Holiday Shopping?
As the holiday season gets into full swing many people are thinking about shopping and the joy that comes with choosing the perfect gifts for friends and family. These gifts are a way to show… Read More
Homecare Modesto CA – Tools and Technology Your Parent Can Use to Bathe or Shower More Safely
Bathing is a very persona task that many people use as a means of relaxation and a daily form of taking care of themselves. For many elderly adults, however, mobility challenges and limitations… Read More
Home Health Care Fresno CA – What Are the Possible Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease?
Being able to recognize the symptoms of a condition is important not just so that you can detect if your parent might be suffering from a new health issues, but also so that you can monitor… Read More
Caregiver Merced CA – Encouraging Management Compliance in a Senior with Diabetes
There are approximately 26 million people throughout the United States who are currently living with diabetes. Of these, experts estimate that half are not aware that they have the disease and have not been diagnosed. Even among… Read More
Elder Care Modesto CA – Mom’s Retirement Pay Doesn’t Cover the Bills – What Do You Do?
Your mom’s retirement pay isn’t covering the bills. She needs more help at home than she currently has. You’re struggling with your own family’s needs, your work schedule, and your personal life. You’d… Read More
Senior Care Fresno CA – Can I Make My Dad’s House Wheelchair Accessible?
Your senior dad needs a wheelchair while he recovers from a surgery. You’ve been told that he’ll need a wheelchair for the rest of his life after a stroke. Moving to a new apartment or home may… Read More
Home Care Modesto CA – How Do You Find the Best Doctor for Your Aging Mom?
Your mom is hesitant to see her doctor. She doesn’t feel comfortable with someone that much younger. Something about the doctor’s personality bothers your mom. As a result, appointment days are a hassle.… Read More
Elderly Care Fresno CA – Quick Substitutions That Add Fiber to Your Parents’ Meals
According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, there are four key reasons to make sure your elderly parent gets plenty of fiber.
1. Fiber makes you feel full, which reduces caloric intake. 2. Fiber… Read More
Elder Care Merced CA –Bathroom Safety: Organization is Only the Start
The CDC reports that 25 percent of elders in America fall at least once in the span of a year. In 2008, the CDC reported that more than 230,000 of all falls among people over the age of 15… Read More
Caregiver Modesto CA –Working Together is the Best Way to Make Sure Your Mom Gets the Help She Needs
It’s hard to ignore that your mom’s struggling to keep up with activities of daily living. She forgets to take her medications. She’s wearing the same clothes. Her fridge is full… Read More
