Archive for July 2018
Should Your Parent Start Thinking About Treatment Before a Lung Cancer Diagnosis?
The time to start thinking about your aging parent’s care during their cancer journey is actually before they are even diagnosed. While the time leading up to a diagnosis can be stressful as your parent wonders about what could come next in their life, it is also a fantastic opportunity to prepare both of you.…
Read MoreEMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH!
Congratulations to Alma Guatelara for becoming employee of the month!! Alma has been working with Companion Services of America since 2016. She came from the Philippines in 2010 to be with her three children in America. She has been a certified nursing assistant since 2012. Alma is a compassionate and caring person, and an asset…
Read MoreDoes My Aging Parent Have Sleep Apnea?
It’s no secret that when people grow older, they often face new health challenges related to age. From arthritis and poor vision to diabetes and dementia, seniors are at a higher risk for developing illnesses that can lower their health and wellness. Sleep apnea is an often-overlooked condition that affects millions of elderly adults. Restful…
Read MoreHow Can Volunteering Help Your Elderly Parent As They Age?
Many elderly adults struggle with feeling as though they are no longer relevant, or that they cannot make a positive contribution to the world around them. Encouraging your senior to volunteer can be a fantastic way to reduce these feelings, and also give them a wide range of other benefits. As a family caregiver, you…
Read MoreFive Ways to Manage Fatigue in Your Aging Adult
Fatigue is an extremely common problem for aging adults and can cause your elderly family member to experience a seriously diminished quality of life. Battling fatigue is not always easy, but it is possible. Encourage Her to Eat Breakfast. Lots of people avoid eating breakfast. Some avoid it because they just don’t like eating breakfast,…
Read MoreEMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Rosenda Roberts for becoming employee of the month! Rosenda has been working with Companion Services of America since 2016. She has worked for the same client for the past two years. She is a compassionate and caring person, which reflects in her outstanding work performance. She enjoys,” hanging out with her family” in…
Read MoreNational Picnic Month – Before You Pack a Picnic, Keep These Safety Tips in Mind
July is National Picnic Month. The weather is perfect for gathering the family, heading to a park or beach, and enjoying a meal under the sun. Before you head out on that picnic, you need to keep safety in mind. Food safety is just one of the many concerns when going on a picnic. Here…
Read MoreHAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!!!!
Independence Day also known as the fourth of July has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, commemorating the declaration of independence. On July 2, 1776, the congress voted in favor of the independence, which was drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated with…
Read MoreJuly is Social Wellness Month
Social Wellness month was founded by the counseling group, Words of Wellness. Studies show that people who have a strong social network tend to live longer, manage stress better, and enhances the immune system’s ability to fight off illness. It’s the goal of Words of Wellness to increase national awareness of the power of social…
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