February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions that black people have contributed to our society, even in the face of barriers and stereotypes. At Angels on Call, we want to ta...
Feb
2021
23
February is the month in which Valentine’s Day occurs. It also just so happens that February is American Heart Month. During American Heart Month, we focus our attention on raising awareness about hea...
Feb
2021
23
The FDA has recently announced and authorized both the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna Covid-19 Vaccine; it’s to be distributed to the highest priority groups in the United States as soon as possible. The...
Jan
2021
13
The winter weather can create threats to the health of people of all ages. However, seniors with dementia face greater risks than much of the rest of the population. Ice, snow, cold, and less daylight...
Dec
2020
14
Masks help us reduce the spread of COVID-19. But we get it. Masks can be uncomfortable. Whether it’s sore ears, foggy glasses, or funny smells, masks can sometimes be an annoyance. Luckily, there are ...
Dec
2020
07
The winter season brings us the holidays, but it also makes things a bit more dangerous for everyone. Icy roads and walkways, freezing temperatures, and heavy snow all pose risks to people — but one o...
Nov
2020
24
Just like with any job, being a caregiver does not come without its difficulties. If you find yourself up against a wall, or you’re looking to take preventative measures to ease the caregiving burden,...
Nov
2020
12
This November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month is centered around sharing medical information, listening to survivor and caregiver experiences, and raising overa...
Oct
2020
27
Progress is hard to measure. Especially, when it comes to healthcare, education, nutrition, and the like. Family caregivers often worry if their seniors are getting the best care. They wonder how thei...
Oct
2020
07
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time dedicated to raising awareness for breast cancer. The goal of the month is to help patients of past, present, and future through the emotional, physical, and fi...