It has been reported that approximately 1.5 million medication mistakes happen every year, with 100,000 of those mistakes resulting in death (from caring.com). And the mistakes are not limited to the home. Mistakes can be made by the doctor, by the pharmacist and even in the hospital. There are several things you can do that [...]
Have questions about aging in place? Select Home Care Pasadena has published a SlideShare to help answer some of your questions about aging in place. Most seniors wish to age in place where their families were raised and memories were made. Select Home Care Pasadena is the premier choice for those families looking for a [...]
It’s become much more commonplace for senior or disabled adults to want to age in place. Senior loved ones want to grow old in the comfort of their own home, surrounded by familiarity, friends and family. And continuing to live at home most likely is the more affordable route. Home modifications for senior living may [...]
Home care vs. home health care. Although they sound similar, it is important to understand the differences between home care and home health care services. While they are often both needed at the same time, they are very different and meet different needs. What is home care? Home care encompasses non-medical care services. Home care [...]
WebMD defines caregiver burnout as “a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may be accompanied by a change in attitude -- from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. Burnout can occur when caregivers don't get the help they need, or if they try to do more than they are able -- either [...]
As we age, we face more challenges around the home which increases the chances of being injured or hospitalized. Here are a few of the home safety concerns for Pasadena seniors that caregivers should be on the lookout for: Medication mismanagement – forgetting to take medication or improper dosage can result in illness and/or hospitalization. [...]
To promote quality in-home care and enhance the home care industry, the California Association for Health Services at Home (CAHSAH) offers a Home Care Aide (HCA) Organization Certification Program for in-home care providers who meet specific standards. Providing safe in-home care for Pasadena seniors is the priority for Select Home Care Pasadena and we are [...]
You’ve decided that it is time. It is time to choose home care in Pasadena or wherever you live for your aging parent or loved one. This is a process that may be emotionally difficult, but will provide peace of mind once it is complete. After all, the end result is the safety and health [...]
Select Home Care Pasadena is the premier provider of in-home care for Pasadena seniors and those struggling with illness or disability. We provide comfortable and professional care for seniors, disabled loved ones, or any individual seeking assistance in their home. Our goal is to help Pasadena area seniors age safely at home. We want you [...]
As part of Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, Select Home Care Pasadena wants to share some important facts about Alzheimer’s. Information from the Alzheimer’s Association website. Worldwide, 47 million people are living with dementia. The annual global cost of dementia is $604 billion in U.S. dollars. The number of people living with dementia worldwide is [...]
