Access Joins Emeritus to Help Raise Alzheimer's Awareness

Access Home Care and Hospice joined Emeritus Estates Senior Living in North Ogden, Utah to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer's disease. Emeritus set up a car show and Access jumped on the opportunity to participate with a car of our own - a 1969 Ford Mustang. About 30 cars entered the show and it was considered a big success by all who attended.

While diseases like stroke, prostate cancer, breast cancer, HIV and heart disease have declined between 2000-2006 in the United States, Alzheimer's has actually increased by 46%* in that same time frame. Access was honored to partner with Emeritus and assist in raising funds and awareness for the disease. For more information on Emeritus Estates Senior Living, go here. For more information on the Utah Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, go here.

A big thank you to Nikki (Hospice Director) and Ashley (Area Account Manager) in the Ogden office for putting this together. It's always fun to endorse a worthy cause while cruising in a classic Mustang!

Alzheimer's Disease Key Facts*

5.3 million people have Alzheimer's

172 billion dollars in annual costs

7th leading cause of death

10.9 million unpaid caregivers

*Source: Go Here

Access Hospice of Ogden, Utah Hosts Memorial Service

On Friday, August 6^th at the South Ogden Senior Center, Access Home Care and Hospice held a memorial service designed to remember and reflect upon those that we have cared for on hospice. It was an opportunity for Access Hospice staff and patient's family and friends to remember those that died on hospice and to say a few words of remembrance or appreciation. Attendees also memorialized their loved ones by bringing pictures.

The message was clear that, although time has passed, memories still linger for the families and for us. It has been a privilege as caregivers to be a part of everyone's family during the last stages of life. Access is aware of everyone's continued grief process, and often times we find ourselves missing those we have cared for as well. Occasions such as these often stir thoughts and emotions that hold precious moments of love toward those that we will not forget.

We believe this memorial service was a big success and an important piece in the grief process for family, friends and us as caregivers. Access Hospice would like to thank everyone that came and we enjoyed the opportunity to remember, honor, and grieve together. Thank you for sharing your memories and always remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Pioneer Day Parade

There is no better way to enjoy summer, celebrate our pioneer heritage, or promote the education of home care and hospice than to join the parade and give back to the communities we love to serve. Access Home Care and Hospice participated in the Pocatello, Idaho Pioneer Day Parade and enjoyed a day in the sun, with many smiling faces that took advantage of the day's festivities. We were especially grateful for the donated 2010 Chevrolet Camaro from Dave at Cole Chevrolet in Pocatello, Idaho. It was a great time driving the car and giving out candy and magnets to the folks of our community. What a great way to educate the community on the services Access Home Care and Hospice offers and we look forward to making this a yearly tradition!