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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.

Latest Posts

A Simple Way to Keep Your Elderly Loved One Safe from Medication Overdose

Published October 2, 2020 | By Rob Wheelock

Prescription medications are an essential part of life and they can help elderly patients live less painful and more productive lives. According to the Mayo Clinic, about 7 out of every 10 Americans take at least one type of prescription drug. That number likely goes up for senior citizens,… Read More

Three Tips to Help Seniors Adjust to a New Caregiver

Published September 21, 2020 | By Rob Wheelock

It is estimated that there are as many as 65.7 million people being cared for in homes across the United States, according to statistics from AARP. If you are the primary caregiver, you know that your loved one is likely very comfortable with the arrangement. Although your family member is… Read More

How to Decrease Risk Of Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)

Published September 4, 2020 | By Rob Wheelock

I went golfing recently and after the round, I noticed a blister forming on my left hand.  My initial reaction was to laugh it off as a sad reminder of a poor grip and swing that led to the irritation.  Over the next couple of days, the blister… Read More

Smart Downsizing Tips For Seniors

Published October 10, 2019 | By Rob Wheelock
As a senior home care professional, I know the day will eventually come when the children are gone and the house we live in will be more than my wife and I need. It will be a bittersweet moment. Read More

Three Tips to Help Seniors Adjust to a New In-Home Caregiver

Published May 3, 2019 | By Rob Wheelock
3 Tips to Help Seniors Adjust to New In-Home Caregivers. Whether you need to supplement the care you provide or need to make a change, introducing a new caregiver can be somewhat difficult. Seniors may not be welcome to changes. There are several things you can do to help make the adjustment easier. Read More

Three Ways To Avoid Caregiver Isolation

Published April 2, 2019 | By Rob Wheelock
Providing 24 hour care at home for an elderly loved one is a difficult job yet one that is greatly needed. As you provide at home care services, you are likely to become more involved in care giving while spending less time doing the things you enjoy. Read More

6 Steps to Avoid Caregiver Fatigue

Published February 28, 2019 | By Rob Wheelock

Being an in home Caregiver for loved ones who are suffering from chronic illnesses can be demanding and stressful. Many caregivers of loved ones sacrifice large amounts of their own life, without support, taking on more than they are realistically capable of – physically, mentally and financially. For this reason,… Read More

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