By: Jenee Mendillo For as long as I can remember the holidays have been my favorite time of year, and also my most dreaded. Most season’s have started off with…
By: Jenee Mendillo For as long as I can remember the holidays have been my favorite time of year, and also my most dreaded. Most season’s have started off with…
Providing care for your parents can be complicated. When your brothers and sisters are also involved, caregiving can become even more complex. While your siblings can be enormously helpful and…
Meet Mayme Golden Mayme Golden has been a dedicated caregiver with Bayshore Home Care for the last five years. Her passion for caregiving and love for her patients is…
As October is national Breast Cancer Awareness Month we are faced with the startling statistics about breast cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, more than…
This video is an excerpt of “The Art of Caregiving””, a 2 hour training DVD for caregivers. Teepa Snow, a nationally acclaimed Alzheimer’s and dementia care specialist, teaches her students…
Our fellow bloggers at Lifefoneblog.com are sharing great tips for spring cleaning for the elderly. Check out their advice below: Of coarse, if cleaning the ceiling fans is not at…
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) SHINE is also an award winning program geared toward helping elders navigate through the complicated health insurance system. Volunteer counselors offer expertise on…
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It’s impossible to get through the month of February without thinking about hearts. Thanks to Valentine’s Day, we’re inundated with heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cards. But candy hearts aren’t…
As a home care agency, we often see families faced with some of life’s thoughest decisions. What do you do when Mom or Dad refuses to move to a senior…
Did you know that by 2030, the number of adults age 65 and older will nearly double to 70 million. With the life expectancy for Americans reaching over 75 years…
Mark your calendar…Friday, September 23, 2011…it’s when the most innovative, informative and enjoyable gathering ever held for caregivers is being brought to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida by The…
Bayshore Home Care will be hosting a yard sale to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. We are forming a team to walk in this year’s annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Help…
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Working with Senior’s and their families we have found caregivers of all kinds. From grandchildren to neighbors, soup to nuts. There are many resources availale for caregivers especially, of the…
Diabetes is one of the fastes growing Diseases in the United States. With so many suffering from Diabetes ( most of this being type 2), many family members are faced withcaregiving…
As the holiday season reaches its peak, we often find ourselves caught up in the small details and adding unnecessary pressure to our, already pressured lives. Take the time to step…
November marks National Home Care & Hospice Month. In this season of thanksgiving, take a moment to thank those who work in the home care and hospice field. Receiving care in…
Your loved one is so fortunate to have you during the holidays. Too many seniors/disabled individuals spend the holidays alone. Although this time of year may be especially enjoyable for the…
Here are some additional reading suggestions. Click on the following titles, which will take you to www.amazon.com learn more or purchase these books. Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care Children of…
1.Talk with your loved ones ahead of time. This can be a difficult thing to do especially with parents that are guarded about their finances or very private lives. However,…
Patients with congestive heart failure are typically over the age of 65 and functionally disabled. They and their family caregivers can be overwhelmed by addressing the activities of daily living…
Do you have a support group for caregivers or are you hosting an event where caregivers will be attending? Email your request to nurse@bayshorehomecare.com. Speaking topics can include: How, Where…
Come hear a four-part series presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Wednesdays, August 4th, 11th,18th,& 25th ( 2pm-3pm) Location: The Fountains of Boca Ciega Bay 1255 Pasadena Ave, St. Petersburg. August 4th:…
Are you a long distance caregiver? The stress of looking after the needs of your loved one from afar can be overwhelming, however there are some helpful strategies you can…
The Today Show on NBC featured a segment today about family caregivers and some of the risks involved. Bottom-line, when caring for a loved one or when deciding to become…
Trying to juggle the demands of a job, kids and care for an ill or elderly loved one puts extra stress on caregiving families. Click on links below for information on practical care…
Homemaker / Companion Agencies are registered with The Agency for Health Care Administration. They are not licensed to provide any type of medical or personal care. Because services are not…