According to the World Health Organization, nearly 50 million people worldwide have dementia, with another 10 million cases appearing every year. It’s a wide-reaching condition that impacts hundreds o...
Feb
2021
28
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...
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...
Sep
2020
25
What is a caregiver? A caregiver can be a professional paid worker or an informal unpaid family member. A caregiver’s primary role is to provide home care, companionship, and aid to those who are disa...
Feb
2020
07
In a world with so many kind-hearted individuals, there’s no need to for anyone to be lonely. Keep your senior happy and positive with these 10 tips on senior loneliness: Schedule regular family night...
Jul
2019
14
Whether you’re a young caregiver or a senior reaching your later years, it’s important to be familiar with the signs and symptoms of dementia. So that you can do what’s needed in a moment’s notice. So...
Jun
2019
24
Homecare for a better you, the senior. As we get older, we sometimes get a little slower. Maybe a little more forgetful. And there’s no shame in that. That’s life, and this is still your time. It’s yo...