Right at Home Alameda County

As we age, changes to our feet are inevitable. Read our latest blog about these changes and learn 7 tips to better foot care: http://ow.ly/cVeA50Fn3K0 #footcare #seniorcare #rightathome

Our caregivers are helping many adults enjoy this weekend. What are your plans for the holiday weekend? #holidayweekend #caregiver #companioncare

What's your favorite way to #staycation? Comment below! Check out our staycation blog for ideas: http://ow.ly/QXdf50FkX9p

Aphasia occurs when someone loses their ability to communicate due to damage to the part of the brain that impacts language. Learn about aphasia and how you can help your loved ones in our latest blog. http://ow.ly/640L50FhRva #aphasia #stroke #headinjury #olderadults

If your loved one has PTSD, you need support too. Download the VA’s PTSD Family Coach to learn about PTSD, and how to take care of yourself, manage relationships, and help your loved one get the treatment they deserve. http://ow.ly/O3pD50FdRTi #PTSD #PTSDAwarenessMonth National Center for PTSD - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Berlin Romero is Right at Home’s 2021 West Region Caregiver of the Year. The thing about Berlin is that she walks into the good, the bad and the ugly, but treats every client the same, with grace, patience and respect, said Kylene Garcia, Director of Quality Care at Right at Home Northwest Orange County. Although Berlin is young, she already has experienced what some medical professionals have experienced their entire career. She has cared for the combative, actively dying, wandering, aggressive, pain-ridden and depressed. Mother Teresa put it best: ‘Do small things with great love,’ and that is what Berlin does every single day. Congratulations, Berlin! Read more about Berlin here: http://ow.ly/Pjib50Ff5Op #homecare #rightathome #aginginplace

We are honored to be one of America's Top-Rated Home Care Agencies, receiving the prestigious "2021 Caring Star Award." This is the second consecutive year that Right at Home Alameda County been recognized as a Caring Star Agency by Caring.com. This demonstrates a commitment to our clients' satisfaction by providing them with quality in-home care. This award is a direct reflection of the seniors and families who have used our services.

A recent study outlines the disparities in health and resources for older LGBT adults and their straight peers.

Helping a loved one manage their medications can feel daunting, but we have some tips to help with this important task.

If this year has taught us anything, it's that you never know what the next emergency may be. We have some tips to help you get prepared for whatever may come next.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Right at Home.

It's not too late to register for the free CEU webinar tomorrow! Barbara Karnes will discuss the dying process and dispel the myths surrounding death.

All the front-line workers who have worked and sacrificed beyond measure to care for our communities are heroes.

If you're considering a move, but you're worried about all the stuff you've accumulated over the years, we've got some tips!

Many seniors don’t have adequate access to nutritious food. Learn about the impact of food insecurity and get information to help.

A regular review of medications is important, especially for those with heart failure.

Are you ready for winter? Preparing for winter weather now can help get you and your aging loved ones through the colder months.

Join us for a free CEU webinar you won't want to miss. Barbara Karnes, RN will share insights from her decades of hospice experience. https://www.rightathome.net//contin/this-is-how-people-die

Have you thought about a new career? Read some stories of older workers who changed their career paths to help seniors. We recommend checking out a career in caregiving!

Personality changes and emotions, especially anger, associated with Alzheimer’s can be alarming, but we have tips to help you respond.

Lois Mitchell, a Right at Home client in Princeton, WV, is passionate about democracy and voting. She has a rich history of being active in the political process and most recently sparked her caregiver's interest too.

Seniors are in general at higher risk of depressionand the COVID-19 pandemic can certainly raise that risk. Experts caution that as we protect our vulnerable older loved ones from the new coronavirus, we also shouldn’t overlook the effects of fear and social isolation.

Many older adults are using their lifetime of experiences to get through the stress of the pandemic.

Frozen foods sometimes get a bad rap, but they can be a great way to eat a variety of foods, especially when cooking for just one or two people. Check out some frozen food myths we've busted for you.

Helping seniors narrow the digital divide can lessen their isolation and loneliness. Check out these tips to get started.

Thank you to all the professional caregivers who work tirelessly to make a difference in their clients' lives!

Whether it's the jitterbug, twist or waltz, dancing may help older adults avoid falls.