If you’re considering in home care for yourself or your loved one you may be unsure of where to start. Below you will find some questions that are helpful when…
If you’re considering in home care for yourself or your loved one you may be unsure of where to start. Below you will find some questions that are helpful when…
In life sometimes it is hard to determine when a pain that seems “normal” could be a sign of something more serious. Here are four you should never ignore… 1….
Have you found that your “free-time” all too often coincides with your elderly parent needing your assistance? It can be an overwhelming and challenging season of life when juggling your…
If your senior loved one has decided to age in place it will be necessary to make sure their home environment is safe and free from hazards and fall…
The Pillars of Crisis Prevention in Seniors If you have been concerned about the health and safety of your aging loved one for any length of time, you know all…
A new study conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research showed that it is more stressful to care for an aging spouse than an aging parent. Of…
Most seniors prefer to remain in the comfort of their own home while aging as opposed to moving into an independent or assisted living facility. At some point, it becomes…
The nurses of Bayshore bring heart and hustle As the only private home care agency in Tampa Bay with 6* full-time supervisory nurses, Bayshore has reached unparelled heights in patient care. While The…
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive movement disorder affecting the nervous system, meaning that the symptoms of the disease worsen as time goes on. Researchers have discovered that the hallmark…
A new way of aging in place is sweeping the nation as Baby Boomers begin to retire. Former generations waited eagerly for retirement with plans to relocate to places…
To “pay it forward” refers to the act of doing something kind for another and in place of repayment you ask that they return a kindness to another. The global…
Click the image above to learn more about our growth… Since opening our doors in 1986 we have been proud to provide friendly, reliable and compassionate home care, customized to…
Are your ears burning? Chances are, if you are a client, family member of a client, or a referral source of Bayshore Home Care, we have been talking about you at our…
I can hardly believe we are in the middle of February 2014. Don’t you feel like your calendar is already overflowing with things to get done each week? For those…
Just like the price of a new automobile can vary, so does the price of home care. The cost of care depends on the licensure of the agency, the length…
If you find yourself in the midst of providing care for a loved one who is hospitalized or recovering in a rehabilitation facility and will soon be discharged home, you…
More than eight million doctor visits a year are due to UTIs; urinary tract infection according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Both men (one in ten) and…
If you are one of the 76 million people born in the US between 1946 and 1964 you’re a baby boomer and make up a vital part of our country….
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) includes; Asthma, Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis.Although people can live many years with this condition, behind heart disease and cancer, COPD is the third most frequent…
As our marketing & admissions team gathered around the kitchen counter to whip up some holiday treats this year I took a moment for myself and thought about the powerful…
Q: My mother lives with me and my family. We want to make the holidays special, but I’m already stressed. Any tips for a “do it all” caregiver? A:…
If you’re caring for an aging loved one, chances are the topic of driving has crossed your mind at least a time or two. Discussing this issue with your…
As we care for our client’s this time of year we notice that, as a result of many factors, their immune systems become compromised, making them more susceptible to the…
Who we are is the sum of our life experiences. What experiences would most be on your mind if you lived to be 100? If you ask our client, George,…
Sharon Z. Lena, RN is a long distance caregiver. She lives in Florida and her parents live in Connecticut. Her father just turned 95 and suffers from senile dementia as…
Q. My mom was hospitalized after she fell in the bathroom. She just came out of the hospital and I’m afraid this will be a regular occurrence. I live out…
Geriatric Care Management has been steadily gaining popularity over the past few years. Care Managers take a holistic approach to ensure seniors get the care they need in the setting…
Last week our Admissions Nursing Supervisor, Sharon Z. Lena, RN participated in the 12th Honor Flight of West Central Florida (HFWCF). HFWCF was established in late 2010 as an official…
Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented—and you have the power to reduce your risk. Exercising, managing…
September 22nd is National Falls Prevention Awareness Day and this year Bayshore Home Care has partnered with the National Coalition on Aging to educate our local healthcare professionals, older adults…