ADLs are the “Activities of Daily Living” or personal care activities. In the healthcare industry, professionals use ADLs as a tool to determine the care needs of a patient. These are the primary tasks necessary to get one’s self ready for the day independently. They…
Bayshore Home Care’s leaders ring in 2017 with an infectious attitude of team work
Co-owners Todd Atkinson and Suzanne Johnson announced earlier this month that together with their staff of caregivers, nurses and administrative personnel, they will pledge to display an attitude of teamwork in every facet of service. While Bayshore’s stellar home care services and award-winning business practices…
Top 4 Reasons Patients Get Re-admitted The Hospital
In past years hospital readmission within 30 days of discharge have been on the rise. The government has taken action and started to financially penalise hospitals in an effort to ensure the safety of the patients. A study published by Dartmouth listed the top four…
Intervention- The earlier the better
Many of us are concerned for the safety of an elderly friend or family member in our lives, but aren’t sure where to start in order to gain peace of mind for yourself while ensuring your loved one is not suffering from self-neglect or is…
Fall Activities in Tampa Bay 2016
It may not feel like Fall in Florida, but here in Tampa Bay, we still know how to have a good time. Below you will find a list of activities to enjoy with your family, grand-kids and friends. FALL ACTIVITIES IN TAMPA BAY …. …
“Go Forward”- The Power of a Humble Servant
Born in Rochester, NY Marilyn Digirol obtained her BSN in Nursing and worked at University of Rochester Medical Center during the last part of the Polio epidemic. After her experience dealing with life and loss she then went to California served as head nurse of…
Always Learning, Always Giving
Carol Shea is a friend of Bayshore Home Care and a senior that is not only inspiring but lives to be inspired herself. Carol is one of those people that come across professional yet very warm. She is organized, prepared, well presented, and has a…
Elder Care Tips: Facing Fear and Anxiety in your Aging Parents in Tampa and Clearwater, FL
When an elderly individual becomes more reclusive, begins to lose interest in activities they used to enjoy or becomes more sedentary for not apparent reason, we [adult children] typically explain these changes away as just part of the normal course of aging. This can be…
Our Clients Inspire Us!
Each week our home health aides share inspiring stories about the clients they care. Here is just one example of what amazing individuals we have the pleasure of working for. Laverne Onefur has the ability to light up a room with her beautiful smile. Although her ability…
Tampa FL, Senior Care Tips: Get Educated About Your Safety Risks.
No matter what age we are, we all face various safety risks depending on our lifestyle, health, and occupation. For those that are over the age of 65, the risks multiply more rapidly. If you or a loved one are over the age of 65…
