May 6th to May 12th is National Nurses Week. Onyx Home Care nurses provide families with support and peace of mind. We would like to introduce you to OHC nurse, Krysta Sands. Where are you from? I am originally from Nassau Bahamas. Tell us a fun fact about you. I love to dance and [...]
Colleen McGrew, Onyx Home Care CEO, is a registered nurse. Her passion for patient care lead her to create a system of support and coordination that is tailored to each patient. Nursing has been ranked the most trusted profession in the country for 15 consecutive years, according to the annual Gallup honesty/ethics poll. Onyx Home Care strives [...]
The burden of identifying seniors’ needs initially depends on family members. The signs below can help you decide if home care is the next step. Questions About Your Loved One: How many times has your elderly loved one been hospitalized in the last year? Is nutrition problematic for your loved one? Is it [...]
"A puzzle a day keeps the doctor away." Memory games are fun for seniors and caregivers. Puzzles provide cognitive stimulation for older adults. They invigorate and stimulate the brain. Puzzles have both cognitive and emotional benefits for people of all ages. They can engage the brain to remember information on colors and shapes. The hunt [...]
Adaptive tools allow older adults to maintain their sense of freedom while providing security. They assist with completing activities of daily living. Bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding are self-care activities are included in the spectrum of daily living activities. Adaptive tools make aging with dignity feel possible. Helpful instruments go a long way in [...]
According to the National Council on Aging, every 11 seconds an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall. Falls are the most common cause of nonfatal trauma related hospital admissions among older adults. This deeply affects quality of life. Many older adults fear falling; as a result, they limit their activities [...]
The best way to welcome springtime is by getting outdoors! Spring activities are a great way to break up the monotony of daily living for seniors. Sunlight, fresh air and new blooms can have a positive effect on mood. Fight the blues with sunshine. If mobility keeps your aging loved one from going outdoors, we’ve [...]
Music has the power to stir memories and influence our mood. We process music on many levels. Humans process music with every part of the brain. It is such a strong stimulus it even has the power to engage those in the late stages of dementia and Alzheimer’s. While music from a senior’s early 20s [...]
Being long distance from an elderly loved one can be emotionally and practically difficult. Below are tips from AARP to help you make family visits productive and ways you can assist your loved one in time of crisis, even if you are apart. Create a Contact List Assemble address and phone numbers of friends, neighbors, [...]
Caregiving can become overwhelming as the needs of your loved one progress. If you find your life is becoming unbalanced it may be time to ask for help. Home care allows your loved one to keep their dignity and remain in their own home. Use the questionnaire below to evaluate whether it’s time for you [...]
