Happy Memorial Day

Access Home Care and Hospice would like to say thank you to those who have given so much so that we can enjoy our freedoms in this great country.  Along with our Nation's military heroes, this Memorial Day we honor those we have been privileged to care for in their last days of life.  To see a past post honoring some of the veterans we have been blessed to serve, go here.  Please enjoy the pictures below.  God bless you and God bless America! 

Does Your Loved One Need Homecare?

We all have a loved one that is getting a little bit older and we may be worried about their health and safety.  Homecare and hospice are wonderful options to look into when you notice your loved one declining in health.  Some declines in health are more obvious and may require homecare, i.e., surgery.  However, there are other less obvious signs.  Below is a list of those less than obvious signs that may indicate your loved one needs home healthcare.

• Spoiled food that doesn’t get thrown away
• Missing important appointments
• Unexplained bruising
• Trouble getting up from a seated position
• Difficulty walking
• Balance and mobility
• Uncertainty and confusion when performing once-familiar task
• Forgetfulness
• Unpleasant body odor
• Infrequent showering and bathing
• Strong smell of urine in the home
• Noticeable decline in grooming habits and personal care
• Dirty house
• Extreme clutter and dirty laundry pilling up
• Stacks of unopened mail or an overflowing mailbox
• Late payment notices
• Poor diet or weight loss
• Loss of interest in hobbies and activities
• Change in mood or extreme mood swings
• Forgetting to take medications
• Taking more than prescribed dosage

If you are worried about your loved one, please talk to your primary care doctor or call your local Access office.