Being one of our vital five senses, hearing loss can be incredibly frustrating — both for the person experiencing it and their family and friends. However, hearing loss consequences don’t stop at the ...
May
2021
20
It can be tough to watch a family member experience cognitive decline. Among other challenges, they may say things that seem false, and you might feel an urge to correct them. However, is it worth it ...
Apr
2021
20
Older adults are especially vulnerable to the effects of the global pandemic. Studies have shown that adults aged 60 and older — especially those with other pre-existing medical conditions like heart ...
Apr
2021
03
Caregivers are dedicated to helping others, but that doesn’t always outweigh the disadvantages of the profession, which means turnover rates can often be high. In fact, a study from 2019 showed that t...
Mar
2021
26
National Epilepsy Month happens in November every year. However, at Angels On Call, we aim to keep you educated and informed on any issues that may affect you or your loved ones all throughout the yea...
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...