Congratulations to our 2022 Caregiver of the Year, Merline Ward. Merline is a steady, reliable, compassionate giver of care. No matter what her client’s situation, Merline arrives on time, devotes herself to the task, and delivers care with excellence and compassion day after day. Thank you, Merline, for all you do!
Season’s greetings sometimes greet family members with alarming signs that additional care or daily assistance is needed in the home of aging loved ones. With busy schedules or long distances separating families for much of the year, especially during this year’s pandemic — subtle (or not-so-subtle) indicators that senior care is needed can easily be missed. The aging care experts at Aker Kasten, serving Boca Raton & nearby communities, can help. Seniors are not always aware of what would be considered by others a compromising health condition, and sometimes the fear of losing independence can make someone want to disguise […]
Unfortunately, as the experts in home healthcare services in Boca Raton and nearby areas, we know there are quite a few misconceptions regarding mesothelioma and abestos. Some people ask, “Is mesothelioma contagious?” Others believe the disease is linked to smoking. These incorrect assessments range from how people develop mesothelioma to where the disease forms within the body. Other mesothelioma myths include the demographics affected by mesothelioma, the amount of asbestos exposure needed to develop the sickness and the legality of using the substance in the United States. Below are some common myths and misconceptions about mesothelioma and asbestos, as well […]
We are committed to the health and well-being of our clients, caregivers, and community. Naturally, as the reports about the spread and danger of COVID-19 continue to stream across our news media, we have become alert to the need for action. In light of this, as the leading providers of home health care in Boca Raton and surrounding areas, we have taken steps to educate and protect our clients, caregivers, and community about the importance of proper hand washing and respiratory precautions. We distributed to each of our clients and caregivers gift bags containing informational and practical items to assist […]
Family members who provide care for those they love share a lot of common traits: selflessness, patience, and compassion, for example. Unfortunately, many caregivers share another, often unspoken, characteristic that needs resolving: caregiver guilt. Unresolved feelings of guilt can be detrimental to the physical and emotional wellbeing of caregivers, and can also be harmful to their care receivers. It’s important for caregivers to not only acknowledge these feelings, but to understand that there are resources available to help you with resolving caregiver guilt : Reinforce the positives. It’s easy for caregivers to fall into the trap of negative thinking, such […]
The Excelsior Award – Excelsior has a rich history. It has come to designate that which is higher than others – in a word, superior. Excelsior never suggests that a goal has been achieved – rather that the goal is higher still; ever onward and upward. We deeply appreciate the efforts and energy MAGDALA DORCE, 2019 Caregiver of The Year, expends in caring for our patients with competence and compassion, diligence and dedication. Her hard work and team spirit enables us to punctuate our shared labor for others with excellence and integrity. We are not yet all we can be – nor are […]
It’s an undeniable fact: the overwhelming majority of today’s older individuals would prefer to age at home instead of facing a move to a nursing home or assisted living facility. And with reason: home care services permit older individuals to experience safety and protection, while improving quality of life for seniors in their own home and their hometown community. When frailty or chronic conditions cause questions to arise about a senior’s ability to remain safely at home, professional home care agencies, like Aker Kasten Home Health Care, offer a realistic solution for helping seniors thrive. For instance, consider these top […]
Whether a senior is receiving home health services in a facility or at home, maintaining a sense of independence is a major consideration when looking to improve quality of life. When providing care for a loved one, it is easy to get into the habit of doing everything FOR the person rather than WITH the person. However, this well-intentioned behavior can actually have a negative influence on the person’s wellbeing. Sustaining feelings of senior independence is important for many reasons: The person receiving care will appreciate that you are seeing him as an individual still capable of making a contribution to […]
For most people, the holidays represent a wonderful time of year to share the joys of family and friendship. But for some older adults, this time of year can be extremely difficult if their mental, physical and emotional needs are not taken into consideration. For the elderly, the nostalgic season and memories of friends and family members that they have outlived, or the long distances that separate family member can become even more painful during the holidays. In addition, older family members with special needs can get lost in the shuffle and chaos of happy family gatherings. This year, bring […]
As the leaders in Alzheimer’s home care in Boca Raton, FL and nearby areas, we know that good nutrition is beneficial at any age, increasing mental functioning, building our immunity, boosting energy levels, and even leading to faster recuperation times and better management of chronic health conditions. And now, proper nutrition for seniors is even more important than ever, with findings that poor nutritional decisions can eventually lead to cognitive decline and dementia. Specific research points to vitamins C (found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, spinach, red peppers) and E (found in nut and vegetable oils, whole grain products, spinach), antioxidants that […]