Many people think of home care as something that only happens after surgery or an illness, or when an older adult needs support with daily tasks but is not ready for a nursing home. But home care is versatile, and there are many other instances where the services and supports of a reputable home care agency can be valuable. Here …
Home Health Services for the LGBT Community
There are many advantages to choosing home health services for a family member or other loved one. And for LGBTQ+ seniors, there are even more. Transitions like moving are difficult at any stage of life. There are boxes to pack, a lifetime of memories and stuff to go through and consolidate, room layouts to choose from, costs to calculate, logistics …
5 Caregiving Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community
This month, Surrogate Family Care is proud to celebrate PRIDE! We’re proud to serve the LGBTQ+ elders in our community. We’re proud to support the LGBTQ+ caregivers in our community. And we’re proud to celebrate the LGBTQ+ care providers in our community. In this podcast episode from “It’s OK to Say Gay,” hosts Femi Redwood and Anddy Egan-Thorpe talk about …
What are the different types of home care?
Unloading the dishwasher. Changing the sterile dressings on a surgical incision. Preparing meals. Having a conversation. Administering medications. Folding laundry. Did you know that home care professionals do all of these things and more? If you’re considering home care for someone in your family, it’s important to understand the different types of home care before taking the next step. Because …