After Surgery Companion Services Soothe Seniors In Encino

Is your loved one going to be spending an amount of time in the hospital following a surgery, and would benefit from continual companionship during his/her stay?

At A-1 Home Care in Encino, we have caregivers who offer companionship care solutions for all elders who seek them—regardless of where they happen to be staying at the moment. That means elders who are in the hospital don’t need to feel alone when their family and friends are away, because A-1 Home Care’s exceptional after surgery care solutions are here to stay!

Take a look below at some of the affordable hospital sitter services provided at A-1 Home Care:

·         assistance with personal services like bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting

·         wake-up and tuck-in services

·         running errands like grocery shopping and picking up clothes from the cleaners

·         maintenance inside the home including vacuuming, dusting, dishwashing, laundry, and trash

·         maintenance outside the home including yard work and gardening tasks

·         transportation of items you need from the home during your hospital stay  

·         special needs care

·         child care

·         pet care

A-1 Home Care has the honorary distinction as being the caregiving agency trusted most in all of Southern California, and has retained that position since its inception more than 20 years ago because of the value that our caregivers have in providing the best senior care solutions for elders everywhere.

If you’d like more information about the affordable after surgery care options available in Encino and surrounding areas, then call a helpful caregiver by dialing (310) 657-8780 or (562) 929-8400 today. A-1 Home Care is proud to serve in neighboring cities like Calabasas, Tarzana, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, and Brentwood.

Exceptional 24 Hour Care Options Provide Lasting Care For Seniors In Encino

With the average age in America today growing steadily higher as elders live longer than at any other time in recorded history (thanks to medical technologies and other accomplishments), there is also a greater need than ever before for live-in care services in Los Angeles and Orange County communities.

A-1 Home Care is the non-medical home care agency of choice in Encino and surrounding areas, and has been since its inception more than 20 years ago. It’s composed of compassionate caregivers who come out to the comfort of the home with a pair of helping hands and a golden heart to match a resume with years of experience that's been obtained well before they even have the pleasure of stepping foot into the home.

A-1 Home Care’s diverse caregivers offer round-the-clock, 24 hour home care options that include:

·         assistance with household chores like dusting, vacuuming, dish-washing, laundry, mopping, and bed-making

·         assistance with yard work and gardening duties like watering plants, mowing the lawn, and raking leaves

·         assistance with personal services like bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting

·         assistance with mobility

·         nutritious and delicious meal preparation

·         medication reminders and administration

·         enjoyable conversation, activities, and companionship

·         transportation to and from medical appointments and other existing engagements

·         child care

A-1 Home Care additionally provides in-home care options for seniors that include diabetic care, brain injury care, and multiple sclerosis care.

For more information about A-1 Home Care and its lasting caregiving options, contact a friendly caregiver today by dialing (562) 929-8400 or (310) 657-8780. A-1 Home Care serves neighboring communities that include Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, Palos Verdes, Santa Monica, and Century City.

Seniors With Kidney Disease Find Relief With Home Care In Encino

Are you a senior in the Encino area who's suffering from kidney failure? As difficult as this time might be, there are affordable and exceptional kidney care services provided for every senior in need.

At A-1 Home Care, elders with dysfunctional kidneys experience restoration in the form of in-home care solutions meant to strengthen and relieve those troubled kidneys. With diverse caregivers who reach out across Southern California, A-1 Home Care comes to the comfort of the home to relieve the needs of each and every senior they come into contact with.

Some of the specific elder care options provided in the home to patients with kidney issues include:

• assistance with housekeeping duties that include vacuuming, dish-washing, dusting, bed-making, and laundry
• assistance with yard work and gardening tasks that include raking leaves, pruning plants, and mowing the lawn
• assistance with personal services that include bathing, grooming, and dressing
• healthy meal preparation that's always kidney-friendly
• transportation to and from medical appointments like renal therapy as well as other engagements
• good conversation and lasting companionship

Stop fighting against your kidney's dysfunctional health alone-- and invest in the most affordable kidney care solutions that Southern California has to offer at A-1 Home Care. To speak with a compassionate caregiver today, call (562) 929-8400 or (818) 980-0094. With services that reach out across Los Angeles and Orange County, A-1 Home Care extends out to Seal Beach and Long Beach on the coastline and Cerritos, Burbank, and Calabasas more inland.
 

Personal Care Helps Seniors In Encino

As we grow older, it oftentimes becomes difficult to take care of everything around the home on our own. It can also be tough to provide self-care as well as we used to.

At A-1 Home Care in Encino, we offer personal care services to seniors that help them retain their independence while still allowing them to be comfortable. Our diverse home care providers specialize in non-medical care solutions that have already transformed the lives of many seniors across Los Angeles and Orange County.

Some of the affordable services offered by A-1 Home Care's diverse elder care professionals include:

• help with bathing, grooming, and clothing
• help with general housecleaning duties like dusting, laundry, dish washing, bed-making, and vacuuming
• help with yard work and gardening tasks like mowing the lawn, raking leaves, and watering plants
• transportation to and from medical appointments and other existing engagements
• medication reminders
• healthy meal preparation
• enjoyable activities that meet the needs of every patient
• good companionship and conversation

If you’d like to find out more information about the leading home care options provided for you right here in Encino, then give one of the helpful care givers at A-1 Home Care a call today by dialing (818) 980-0094 or (562) 929-8400. A-1 Home Care has proudly been serving seniors across Southern California for more than 20 years, including in cities like Glendale, Marina Del Rey, Garden Grove, Costa Mesa, and Fountain Valley.

Seniors With Arthritis Pain Find Relief In Encino

Did you know that nearly 53 million American adults-- or roughly one in every five-- suffer from arthritis today? If you're one of the many seniors who suffers from arthritis in Encino or a surrounding area, you know how difficult the painful bone disorder can make every day life.

Specifically, arthritis is characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, and oftentimes creates pain and joint stiffness that will further deteriorate a person's underlying bone structure(s) over time. 

But we at A-1 Home Care are proud to bring lasting arthritic relief to not only Encino, but cities across Los Angeles and Orange County. That's because we have expert arthritic care specialists that we send out to the comfort of your home with the goal of making every-day life that much easier for you and your arthritic joints.

That means no more having to yank and claw at unyielding weeds out in your garden, no more having to open jars and tough cans with your hands, no more having to bear the worsening pain of moving and bending your arthritic joints because you have no other choice. After all, our home helpers are dedicated to doing those things for you, as well as:

• cooking and preparing healthy meals
• taking you to and from medical appointments and other existing engagements
• running errands like grocery shopping and picking up clothes from the cleaners
• gardening and yard work duties like watering and raking
• personal care services like help with bathing
• general housecleaning tasks including vacuuming, dusting, bed-making, and laundry

So if you or a loved one is ready to experience leading relief from arthritis pains at the most affordable cost you'll find anywhere, call the home care experts at A-1 Home Care today by dialing 818-980-0094 or 562-929-8400. We proudly serve communities across Southern California, including cities like Corona Del Mar, Alta Dena, Glendale, Hollywood, and Fountain Valley.

Natural Arthritis Care in Encino

Sufferers of arthritis know too well how difficult it is to lead a comfortable life when your joints ache away. While it is always advised to consult with a health care professional about how to treat your arthritis, there are many natural remedies for treating the painful symptoms of arthritis. According to this article from Health.com, some natural remedies for Arthritis include:

• Acupuncture: several trials show acupuncture to be particularly helpful for those suffering from osteoarthritis
• Cherry Juice, which can alleviate symptoms of Gout
• Supplements such as Rose Hips and highly concentrated Ginger 
• Capsaicin cream, made from the substance that gives chili peppers their heat, which can relieve pain
• Chiropractic therapy which can treat the muscle spasms that accompany arthritis
• Physical therapy to assist sufferers from osteoarthritis with mobility

We, at A-1 Home Care, understand that our loved ones suffering from an array of ailments deserve the highest quality care and support to live comfortably in their elder years. As a Licensed, Bonded, Insured non-medical Home Care Agency with over 20 years of experience serving the communities of Los Angeles County and Orange County, A-1 Home Care can assist with caring for your loved ones so that you can have peace of mind. Our services range from Household Help to Arthritis Care, Elder Care, After Surgery Care, Companion Services and more! Our affordable services range from Hourly In Home Care to Short Term Care, Live In Care and 24 Hour Care. Our caregivers are ethnically diverse, multilingual and experienced and proudly serve the Asian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Jewish, African American and European communities of Los Angeles County and Orange County.

To learn more about how we can assist you with Arthritis Care at Home, call us at (818)980-0094 or visit our website www.encinohomecare.com! Check out our Facebook and Twitter for news and updates!

Caregivers Can Help Elders Exercise and Get Healthy Fit

The most rewarding part of beginning a fitness routine is noticing the difference it makes in the rest of your life. Even if an elder begins exercising with a few simple stretches while seated or a short walk around the block, you’ll notice an improvement in how you feel as you go about your day.

Many elders reject exercise because they assume that they are too weak or frail to support a proper exercise regime. Nothing could be further from the truth! Exercise is possible for people of all ages, body types, and conditions.

When you're new to fitness at an older age, consider asking your live in caregiver to try these activities:

·  Window shop while walking laps at the mall

·  Get competitive while playing tennis

·  Take photographs on a nature hike

·  Meet new people at a yoga class

·  Watch a favorite movie while on the treadmill

·  Chat with a friend while walking, stretching, or strength training

·  Listen to music while lifting weights

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides After Surgery Eldercare services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit http://encinoinhomecare.com/

Try Japanese Cooking for a healthy heart/ A-1 Home Care Encino

In terms of heart health, the Japanese soar above the rest of the world in their diets. Japan has the longest living population, with people of both sexes living into their nineties. It's no wonder that Japanese cuisine has taken hold in America due to it's pleasing palette and delicious healthy nature. 

It is characteristic of Japanese cuisine to create a beautiful presentation. Use of multiple colors is encouraged, and fresh, beautiful ingredients are used to their best advantage. A-1 Home Care encourages our elderly clients to try eastern recipes out with their live in caregivers. We suggest the following recipe from www.bbcgoodfood.com.


MISO MARINATED SALMON

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp pale (shiro) miso paste
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp saké (optional)
• 2 x 100g salmon fillets

For the cucumber salad

• half a cucumber
• 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• pinch caster sugar

Method

1. Stir together the miso, mirin, sugar and sake, if using. Place the salmon fillets on a plate or in a medium food bag and cover with the miso marinade. Leave in the fridge for at least 30 mins or, better still, overnight.
2. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Lightly oil a baking tray. Use kitchen paper to wipe off the marinade (don’t be tempted to wash idt off as you will lose some of the flavour). Place the fillets on the baking tray, skin side down. Cook in the oven for 15 mins until the fish flakes easily and is cooked through.
3. Meanwhile, make the cucumber salad. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the cucumber into long, thin ribbons. Whisk together the rice wine vinegar, oil and sugar. Toss the cucumber ribbons in the dressing, then curl them up on two plates. Serve with the salmon and some plain white rice sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds.

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides Heart Attack Caregiving services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit http://encinoinhomecare.com/ or visit www.facebook.com/a1homecareagency 

Care tips after a masectomy or breast cancer surgery

After breast cancer surgery, your body needs more than its usual supply of protein. It needs it to repair cells, fight infection, and heal incisions. Right after surgery, boost your protein intake without worrying about calories. It will aid your healing and help you regain your strength. If you need to lose weight, you can focus on that after your post-op recovery.

Here are some ways to increase your protein intake:

• Add protein powder or dry milk to meals.
• Add grated cheese to vegetables, potatoes, rice, and salads.
• Add high-protein snacks such as almonds, peanuts, and cheese

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides After Surgery Eldercare services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

A-1 Home Care wishes you a Happy thanksgiving

Ready for a mini history lesson?

Thanksgiving is a holiday many of us love the most. It's a celebration of bounty, harvest, tradition, and best of all, food. However, many of us are unaware of the story behind the fourth thursday of November. 

The people who comprised the Plymouth Colony were a group of English Protestants who wanted to break away from the Church of England. A ship carrying 101 men, women, and children spent 66 days traveling the Atlantic Ocean, intending to land where New York City is now located. Due to the windy conditions, the group had to cut their trip short and settle at what is now called Cape Cod. It was there that they settled and eventually broke bread in the first Thanksgiving. 

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides Eldercare services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

Some info on the recent government shutdown

Most of you know that as of October 1st, a government shutdown is in effect. So what exactly does this mean for seniors in Encino?


Not all government functions will simply evaporate come Oct. 1 — Social Security checks will still get mailed, and veterans' hospitals will stay open. But many federal agencies will shut their doors and send their employees home, from the Environmental Protection Agency to hundreds of national parks. This causes reverberating effects as tourism, travel, jobs and lives take financial blows.

All government services have been split between the "essential" and "nonessential". Deemed essential include: Veterans Benefits, Disability Assistance, Social Security, and SSI. This means that elders and adults who depend on government checks to live from month to month need not worry, as those services fall under protected areas.

A-1 Home Care offers free counseling services for seniors who may qualify for benefits under the VA, such as Veterans Pension and Aid & Attendance Benefit. We help local elders navigate the maze that can be confusing forms, paperwork requests and the like. We look forward to talking with you!

For in homehealth care, call 310-657-8780 or visit http://www.encinoinhomecare.com/index.html.

Hospice Care in Encino

Hospice Care is humane and compassionate care for people in the last phases of life. Elders who have reached the end of life due to an incurable or terminal illness are generally assigned hospice care when they have less than 6 months to live. A-1 Home Care specializes in live in Hospice Caregiving and provides skillful, empathetic care.

A-1 Home Care offers live in and hourly Encino Hospice Caregivers in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

Care at Home for Senior and Elderly in Encino

Sometimes, all we need is a pal to stand by us. Many elderly people in the United States live in isolation, apart from friends and family. Health complaints or mobility issues can stop elders from venturing out to social activities, recreation centers and other active events. A-1 Home Care suggest hiring a Encino Homecare Provider to help you out.

Living with a Caregiver doesn't have to be much different from living on your own. Except that you'll be sure to have a clean, safe environment to live in. Our eldercare providers can take care of a variety of tasks like

Light cleaning
Meal Preparation
Bed Making
Driving
Prescription Pick Up
Grocery Shopping
And more.

A-1 Home Care has been providing excellent service in Southern California for over 20 years. We have excellent reviews from previous clients and an A+ rating with the BBB. Call us anytime if you are seeking care in  Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

In Home Arthritis Care in Encino

Arthritis can be painful, but there are a few guidelines you can follow to maximize your joint health. You probably get all kinds of advice about exercise, medication and stress. But there are some basics, recommended by Mayo Clinic which may help you figure things out. Tell you caregiver about these health tips and be on your way to reduced pain.

1. Give your doctor complete info about your medical conditions, not just arthritis
2. Ask your doctor about the type of arthritis you have
3. Find out if your joints are already damaged
4. When sitting, adjust your position frequently
5. Take breaks so you don't overuse joints

A-1 Home Care arranges In Home Arthritis Caregivers in the cities of  Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Northridge and other cities within Los Angeles County since 1991.  A-1 Home Care Agency is recognized as a leading in home care agency by hospitals and medical centers such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Keck Hospital of USC and Huntington Memorial Hospital for our excellent at home patient care.

For in homehealth care, call 310-657-8780 or visit http://www.encinoinhomecare.com/index.html.

Live In Home Care in Encino

Weight training and aerobic exercise such as dancing or swimming are great for elders with Arthritis. Alongside strengthening valuable muscles that stabilize arthritic joints, exercise helps maintain a sleek figure which reduces strain on knees and hips and prevents surgery. If you're an active elderly adult and your knees give you trouble, try doing repetitions of squats and straight leg lifts. These exercises, recommended by New York Times support the muscles around the knees, reducing the weight they bear. Read the rest of this article to learn more about proper form when practicing these exercises!

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides Eldercare services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit  http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

24 Hour Home Care in Encino

When we've lost the ability to properly care for our homes and bodies, it's best to have a compassionate friend who can give you a hand. A-1 Home Care arranges compatible 24 hour caregivers in Encino to help bring your loved one back to speed.  Call us today to arrange a free in home assessment or next day caregiving today!

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides Eldercare services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit  http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

Hospice Care at Home in Encino

If you have been considering Hospice Care for a loved one who is reaching the end of their life but are unsure of the benefits, read "In Hospice, Care and Comfort as Life Wanes" by Jane E. Brody in the New York Times.

This informative article details the compassionate care hospice service provides to patients and their families to help eliminate discomfort and minimize fear and strife.  A caring and professional hospice team help a dying patient live longer and with more comfort and grace than a patient in intensive care receives. 

Hospice Caregivers from A-1 Home Care work with the hospice team of nurses, doctors, spiritual counselors and bereavement counselors for the benefit of the patient and their family.  Family members of patients who have passed away refer to our Caregivers, Nurse Aides, Home Health Aides and Companions as blessings and angels sent by our agency.  Clients greatly value the warmth, compassion and skill Hospice Caregivers from A-1 Home Care bestow on their terminally ill loved one.

We have helped families living in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Northridge and other cities within Los Angeles County since 1991.  A-1 Home Care Agency is recognized as a leading in home care agency by hospitals and medical centers such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Keck Hospital of USC and Huntington Memorial Hospital for our excellent at home patient care.

For in home hospice care, call 310-657-8780 or visit http://www.encinoinhomecare.com/index.html.

Elder Care Services in Encino

If you have surgery scheduled soon or are in need of daily assistance with everyday tasks such as bathing, housecleaning or running errands due to age or infirmity, A-1 Home Care Agency can help.  We have hourly and 24 hour live in Caregivers, Companions, Home Health Aides, Hospital Sitters, Home Helpers, Nurse Aides and Medical Assistants ready to provide in home elder care services.

Our in home care services include but are not limited to:

• bathing and showering assistance
• dressing and grooming
• meal planning and preparation
• shopping and errands
• transportation to medical and social appointments
• medication reminders and supervision
• incontinence and toiletry assistance
• range of motion exercises
• pain management
• housecleaning and laundry
• companionship
• pet care

Since 1991, A-1 Home Care has provided high-quality in home care at affordable rates to people needing:

• After Surgery Care
• Post-Partum Care
• Alzheimer and Dementia Care
• Parkinson Care
• Post Stroke Recovery Care
• Arthritis Pain Management
• Diabetes Care
• Care for people with ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease
• Multiple Sclerosis Care
• Assistance for visually impaired or blind
• Special Needs Care

If you live in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Thousand Oaks or Northridge, call 310-657-8780 and let A-1 Home Care help you!