Visiting Angels South and East San Diego County

10 TIPS FOR MAKING THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS SPECIAL FOR SENIORS NO MATTER WHERE THEY LIVE Even though most of us have happy memories of holiday celebrations when we were young, this time of the year can be stressful. There are pervasive societal expectations that everything should be happy, regardless of our circumstances. Our elders used to be in charge of making the holidays merry while the younger generations were the focus. But as our elders age and begin to lose their abil...Continue reading

ATTENTION CAREGIVERS & THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO BECOME CAREGIVERS! - GET REAL WORK AND REAL HOURS; NOT JUST EMPTY PROMISES! San Diego County's largest and most successful Senior Home Care Agency is growing again! Our VISITING ANGELS agency has two office locations, with plans to open up a third, and provides senior in-home care services to San Diego - Lemon Grove - La Mesa - National City - Spring Valley - Santee - El Cajon - Alpine - Jamul - East San Diego County, and all sur...rounding areas. Our continuing dramatic growth and success can provide you with a great opportunity to MAXIMIZE your HOURS; earn a VERY COMPETITIVE HOURLY RATE; earn EXTRA BONUSES; optional TRAINING opportunities to help increase your skills; and a chance to join our great team and positive work environment. To earn your VISITING ANGELS wings you will need to meet our high standards. YOU MUST BE FLEXIBLE, WILLING TO LEARN, AND OPEN TO WORK SHIFT SCHEDULES THAT INCLUDE - DAYS, EVENINGS, AND WEEKENDS IF REQUIRED. YOU ALSO MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION. We're looking to add RELIABLE, AND DEDICATED CAREGIVERS and THOSE WANTING TO BE CAREGIVERS to our expanding team. If you are confident in yourself, then we want to speak with you! See more

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO OUR CLIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. To everyone - please have a safe and blessed time. If you are unable to be together with family this years, please be sure to call or even share the moment through ZOOM or other video conferencing app. Especially with your elderly family members who live on their own. It will mean the world to them. God bless.

WAYS TO ALLEVIATE LONELINESS IN THE ELDERLY Aging brings many changes that can contribute to a more solitary life. One of the biggest issues for seniors is that their social circles begin to shrink as the years go by. On one hand, retiring grants older adults more free time for hobbies and relaxation, but it also puts an end to meaningful interactions with colleagues on a regular basis. Friends, significant others and family members may move away or pass away. Even those who ...Continue reading

Happy Veteran's Day to our great veteran clients and to those many, past and present, who have sacrificed so much to keep our country free. THANK YOU!

Today is World Alzheimer's Day. There is New Hope for Alzheimer's Disease No magic spell can prevent the devastating effects of Alzheimer's disease on thinking and memory. And scientists have yet to find a pill that can cure it. But positive news is out there: Research is shedding light on ways to cut risk, and treatments are making life easier and more comfortable after a diagnosis. Preventing dementia... Age and certain other risk factors for Alzheimer's disease can't be controlled. But you can reduce your odds of developing the condition. The latest findings show you can reduce risk by: Not smoking. People who light up in midlife have more than double the chances of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, later in life. Controlling your cholesterol. High levels of LDL, or "bad" cholesterol, may harm your brain as well as your heart. And an HDL or "good" cholesterol of 55 mg/dL or higher might protect you from Alzheimer's disease. Other conditions that damage the heart and blood vesselssuch as diabetes and high blood pressuremay also contribute to the risk for Alzheimer's disease. Drinking in moderation. About 10 percent of all cases of dementia are alcohol-related. In contrast to heavy drinking, which damages the brain, moderate sipping might have brain benefits. Delaying its progress As Alzheimer's disease progresses, changes to the brain cause symptoms such as memory loss, changes in mood, and trouble sleeping. Doctors can't halt or reverse these alterations. But the newest therapies for Alzheimer's disease help by: Slowing the disease's progress. Several drugs reduce or stabilize symptoms such as memory loss, confusion, and problems with reasoning to a limited degree. They work by altering different chemicals in your brain, and each has different benefits and risks. Your doctor will usually suggest trying low doses and assessing their effects, potentially adding higher doses or other drugs others later on. Managing behavior. Sometimes, changing the environment can help ease symptoms like irritability and anger. Other times, medications to treat anxiety, stress, or depression can help, but these too can have risks, such as sedation or falls. Improving sleep. Better sleep habits, such as maintaining a regular schedule and cutting back on TV, usually help, as does getting regular exercise. If not, doctors may turn to sleep-inducing medications. Clinical trials continue to test new drugs for Alzheimer's disease. Scientists are now looking at medicines that already treat diabetes and heart disease, immunizations, and brain-training programs. There is hope in managing the disease and promising prevention and eventual cures. If you have a loved one who is dealing with this difficult disease and you wish to consider our home care services, please contact our Visiting Angels agency for help and assistance at (619) 401-2040

Together, we will overcome and defeat COVID-19. A new dawn will arise without this dreaded pandemic.

HOW TO FIGHT THE SOCIAL ISOLATION OF CORONAVIRUS Loneliness is a real health issue and these steps can help save lives. A recent scientific report elevates social isolation and loneliness to the level of health problems, associating them with a significantly increased risk for early death from all causes. Of course, social isolation and loneliness can become more common with age. And the arrival of the novel coronavirus will almost certainly make the problem worse. Public o...Continue reading

SEVEN WAY TO COPE WITH ANXIETY DURING THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK Uncertainty and fear are major triggers. Here's how to cope... You head to your local grocery store and the shelves are empty of canned and frozen foods. Your usual social activities have been canceled, and the news is a constant stream of alarming stories about how the spreading coronavirus is upending life as we know it. Add to that the fact that older adults are particularly vulnerable to complications from COV...Continue reading

Happy Labor Day to our wonderful Clients, their Families, and our great Caregivers. Please be safe and protect yourselves and your families while you enjoy your celebrations this weekend.

Seniors & Family Members: 10 Tips to Avoid COVID-19 Scams Beware of fake charities, sham investments and other schemes Here's advice from the Justice Department on dodging fraud during the pandemic. It says some scams are known, some are just emerging.... 1. Independently verify the identity of any company, charity or individual that contacts you regarding COVID-19. 2. Check the websites and email addresses offering information, products or services related to COVID-19. Be aware that scammers often employ addresses that differ only slightly from those belonging to the entities they are impersonating. For example, they might use cdc.com or cdc.org instead of cdc.gov, which is the legitimate website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 3. Be wary of unsolicited emails offering information, supplies or treatment for COVID-19 or requesting your personal information for medical purposes. Legitimate health authorities will not contact the general public this way. 4. Do not click on links or open email attachments from unknown or unverified sources. Doing so could download a virus onto your computer or device. 5. Make sure the anti-malware and antivirus software on your computer is operating and up to date. 6. Ignore offers from suspicious sources for a COVID-19 vaccine, cure or treatment. Remember, if a vaccine becomes available, you won't hear about it for the first time through an email, online ad or unsolicited sales pitch. 7. Check online reviews of any company offering COVID-19 products or supplies. Avoid companies whose customers have complained about not receiving items. 8. Research any charities or crowdfunding sites soliciting donations tied to COVID-19 before making a donation. Remember, an organization may not be legitimate even if it uses words like CDC or government in its name, or if it has reputable-looking seals or logos on its materials. For information online on donating wisely, visit the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) website. 9. Be wary of any business, charity or individual requesting payments or donations in cash or by wire transfer, gift card or using the mail. Don't send money using these payment methods or channels. 10. Be cautious of investment opportunities related to COVID-19, especially those based on claims that a small company's products or services can help stop the virus. If you decide to invest, carefully research the investment beforehand. Here's what the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission tells older Americans about avoid investment fraud.

We are blessed to have a great team of dedicated and compassionate Caregivers. Thank you all.

5 TIPS TO ASSIST SENIORS DURING COVID-19 1. Grocery Assistance Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, grocery stores have become increasingly busy with customers stocking up on essentials. Unfortunately, these larger crowds bring a higher risk of virus exposure for seniors. Shopping in-store is still an option as some grocers have implemented special hours for seniors, pregnant women and those who are at-risk. While other meal options include prepared food services, restaurant deliver...Continue reading

5 WAYS SENIORS CAN STAY ACTIVE DURING COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING The coronavirus pandemic has turned life upside down for just about everyone, preventing people throughout the world from working, socializing, and performing everyday activities. Older adults at a higher risk of serious complications from COVID-19 are more likely to restrict their activities significantly to reduce their chances of contracting coronavirus. Although it’s important for older adults to protect ...Continue reading

WHAT IS MEMORY SCREENING? A memory screening is a simple and safe evaluation tool that checks memory and other thinking skills. It can indicate whether an additional check up by a qualified healthcare professional is needed. Various types of qualified healthcare professionals provide memory screenings, including social workers, pharmacists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, psychologists and physicians. The face-to-face screening takes place in a private setting; onl...y the individual being tested and the screener are present. A screening consists of a series of questions and/or tasks designed to test memory, language skills, thinking ability, and other intellectual functions. Screening tools identified by AFA’s Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board include the GPCOG (General Practitioner Assessment of Cognition), MINI-COG, MIS (Memory Impairment Screen) and BAS (Brief Alzheimer’s Screening). These four tests meet accepted criteria for use as a screening instrument: effective, easy to administer and validated by research, and AFA is able to offer the test for free for use during this event due to the generous permission of the copyright holders. AFA’s Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board welcomes the review of other instruments for possible consideration; please e-mail [email protected]. The person who administers the screening will review the results with the person being screened, and suggest whether the person should follow up with a physician or other clinician for more extensive testing. Results of the memory screenings are confidential. The participant will receive the screening results to bring to a healthcare professional for follow-up and/or inclusion in medical files. If you have a loved one with severe memory issues, Alzheimers or Dementia and you wish to consider our Home Care Services to care for their needs, please call our Visiting Angels office at 619-916-7287

Kind words from Senator Marco Rubio commenting on our outstanding Visiting Angels Caregivers.