Right at Home Berks County

As we age, changes to our feet are inevitable. Read our latest blog about these changes and learn 7 tips to better foot care: http://ow.ly/uYrf50Fn3BX #footcare #seniorcare #rightathome

Our caregivers are helping many adults enjoy this weekend. What are your plans for the holiday weekend? #holidayweekend #caregiver #companioncare

What's your favorite way to #staycation? Comment below! Check out our staycation blog for ideas: http://ow.ly/NXSz50FkWYS

Aphasia occurs when someone loses their ability to communicate due to damage to the part of the brain that impacts language. Learn about aphasia and how you can help your loved ones in our latest blog. http://ow.ly/b1zA50FhRoi #aphasia #stroke #headinjury #olderadults

If your loved one has PTSD, you need support too. Download the VA’s PTSD Family Coach to learn about PTSD, and how to take care of yourself, manage relationships, and help your loved one get the treatment they deserve. http://ow.ly/kASN50FdRLS #PTSD #PTSDAwarenessMonth National Center for PTSD - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Berlin Romero is Right at Home’s 2021 West Region Caregiver of the Year. The thing about Berlin is that she walks into the good, the bad and the ugly, but treats every client the same, with grace, patience and respect, said Kylene Garcia, Director of Quality Care at Right at Home Northwest Orange County. Although Berlin is young, she already has experienced what some medical professionals have experienced their entire career. She has cared for the combative, actively dying, wandering, aggressive, pain-ridden and depressed. Mother Teresa put it best: ‘Do small things with great love,’ and that is what Berlin does every single day. Congratulations, Berlin! Read more about Berlin here: http://ow.ly/1WD950Ff5xx #homecare #rightathome #aginginplace

Whether a hospitalization is scheduled or unexpected, planning for when you're discharged should happen as early as possible. Find resources to make your transition home go smoothly.

Have you wondered if your aging loved one should live with you? You are not alone! Here are seven questions to ask before making a move.

Join us Thursday, February 18, for a free CEU webinar. Andrew S. Rosenzweig, M.D., M.P.H., will present "COVID-19 and Its Mental Health Impact on Older Persons." https://www.rightathome.net//covid-19-mental-health-impact

Are you thinking about retirement? There are some questions you need to ask yourself. Tell us your retirement dreams!

As we age, our education needs change. Perhaps "long life learning" is the way to go.

Age-Friendly Health Systems aim to help ensure older adults have access to the geriatric care they need. They use a 4-pillar focus: What Matters, Medication, Mentation and Mobility.

The prominent news coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic presents the perfect time to have a family discussion about end-of-life wishes, even though this may be the most challenging talk a family can have.

Don’t let loneliness get the best of you. If you’re feeling socially isolated or in need of social activity, we have some ideas!

By the time we're seniors, we've had plenty of time to practice good oral hygiene. The aging process and all that goes with it can impact even our best attempts to keep our smiles bright and healthy.

Are brands doing enough to include older adults in their advertising? Ken Dychtwald has an interesting take.

Aging expert Helen Dennis says lifestyle choices can slow the aging process and older adults can "seize the opportunity to age well by embracing and implementing exercise, good nutrition, having a sense of purpose and more."

Common health conditions as we age can make driving difficult or even dangerous. Learn how you can talk to your aging loved ones about their driving or the need to give it up.

Here's a reason to care! Severe apathy can increase your risk of dementia.

Happy Hanukkah! May love and light fill your home and heart.

It's not too late to register for the free CEU webinar tomorrow! Barbara Karnes will discuss the dying process and dispel the myths surrounding death.

If you're considering a move, but you're worried about all the stuff you've accumulated over the years, we've got some tips!

A regular review of medications is important, especially for those with heart failure.

Are you ready for winter? Preparing for winter weather now can help get you and your aging loved ones through the colder months.

Join us for a free CEU webinar you won't want to miss. Barbara Karnes, RN will share insights from her decades of hospice experience. https://www.rightathome.net//contin/this-is-how-people-die

Have you thought about a new career? Read some stories of older workers who changed their career paths to help seniors. We recommend checking out a career in caregiving!

Personality changes and emotions, especially anger, associated with Alzheimer’s can be alarming, but we have tips to help you respond.

Lois Mitchell, a Right at Home client in Princeton, WV, is passionate about democracy and voting. She has a rich history of being active in the political process and most recently sparked her caregiver's interest too.

Seniors are in general at higher risk of depressionand the COVID-19 pandemic can certainly raise that risk. Experts caution that as we protect our vulnerable older loved ones from the new coronavirus, we also shouldn’t overlook the effects of fear and social isolation.

Many older adults are using their lifetime of experiences to get through the stress of the pandemic.

Frozen foods sometimes get a bad rap, but they can be a great way to eat a variety of foods, especially when cooking for just one or two people. Check out some frozen food myths we've busted for you.

Helping seniors narrow the digital divide can lessen their isolation and loneliness. Check out these tips to get started.