When Pain Killers No Longer Work for Arthritis

Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disease caused by an infection or injury, particularly in the joint areas where cartilage tissue is worn down to almost nothing.  The breakdown of the tissue could be from normal wear and tear (aging) or it can be caused by an autoimmune attack, as in the case of rheumatoid arthritis.  Doctors often prescribe pain medication to relieve arthritis symptoms such as joint swelling, stiffness, morning flares, and back pain.  Arthritis is common in the hands, fingers, knees and elbows.  What do you do, though, when pain medication no longer seems to work?

Some suggestions may go against logic. For example, why exercise if movement only aggravates the pain?  However, here are some long-term solutions to consider:

• Avoid alcohol at all costs. Even if your elderly loved one thinks that his choice of drink will relieve the pain, alcohol actually triggers and exacerbates the problem.
• If you can, try to move your arms and legs. The more you move, the more you increase the flexibility of your joints, which reduces the pain.
• Other foods to avoid: fried/processed food, candy, soda, dairy products
• Use a heating pad, especially in the morning if that’s when your loved one’s symptoms are most severe

If you can’t be home to assist your elderly loved one who has arthritis, you can get 24 hour care from A-1 Home Care.  Our live-in arthritis care services include meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, personal care, transportation and more.

About A-1 Home Care

A-1 Home Care is a licensed, bonded and insured home care agency based in Corona del Mar.  Established in 1991, we have been serving seniors and their families for over two decades, offering a variety in-home care services such as Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Lou Gehrig’s Care, Arthritis Care, Parkinson’s Care, Kidney Care, Cancer Care, Hospice Care and more.  As one of the few home care agencies that have successfully received licensure from the State of California, A-1 Home Care ensures client safety and guarantees 100% customer satisfaction.  We screen every caregiver for their criminal background and all professional references are verified.  Our 24 hour care and live-out care services are covered by long term care insurance and veteran benefits.  We also offer high quality in-home care at unbeatably low rates!

For quality Arthritis Care, call A-1 Home Care (949) 650-3800 or visit us at www.coronadelmarinhomecare.com for services in Corona del Mar, Tustin, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Fullerton, Orange, Irvine, Huntington Beach and Garden Grove.

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Side Effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disease which comes in many forms, such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia.  Most people experience arthritis after age 65, but some can have it as early as in their 40’s, depending on the type of arthritis they have.  Perhaps you have heard over and over again that rheumatoid arthritis symptoms are swelling, stiffness and pain in the joints, but did you know the other side effects of RA?  A-1 Home Care lists some of the complications of RA here:

• Eye damage/pain
• Numbness
• Fever (caused by some medications for RA)
• Persistent cough
• Bone loss
• Dry mouth and eyes
• Hearing loss
• Chess pain

Arthritis In-Home Care for Seniors

It’s very difficult for individuals with arthritis to move around, but with help from a compassionate, highly skilled caregiver, your elderly loved one can live a life that’s as close to normal as possible.  Simple tasks like cooking, cleaning and getting dressed are excruciating; A-1 Home Care offers affordable arthritis care all year round, which entails assistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, companion care, and transportation to medical appointments in Corona del Mar and surrounding cities.

Safe and Secure Elder Care, Starting with A-1 Home Care

Your elderly loved ones are in safe, highly skilled hands with A-1 Home Care. As one of the few state-licensed agencies in California, A-1 Home Care has been serving seniors since 1991, delivering exceptional elder care in communities all over Orange County.  You can enjoy quality in-home care in Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa and Tustin while you take care of your own obligations at work or home.  Live-in care affords you the opportunity to take a break whenever you want, wherever you want.

For a free consultation, call A-1 Home Care today (949) 650-3800 or visit our website www.coronadelmarinhomecare.com for more details.

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Corona del Mar Dementia Care: Statistics Projected to Triple by 2050

Currently, there are approximately 5 million seniors in the United States who have some form of dementia, and those numbers are expected to triple by 2050.  In the June 2016 publication of the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, research suggests that seniors as many as 2.5 million Americans have undiagnosed dementia, which means that the elderly engage in potentially unsafe activities like driving, cooking, and taking wrong doses of medication without realizing it.  The responsibility becomes incumbent upon family members to recognize signs of dementia in their elderly loved ones so they can get the proper care at home.  A-1 Home Care provides such in-home care at low cost in Corona del Mar and other parts of Orange County.

Do you know the signs of dementia?

Aside from the obvious signs of forgetfulness, how can you tell if your elderly loved one is being absent-minded or really developing dementia?  Here are some telltale signs that should signal medical attention:

• Trouble with self-expression
• Disorganized thinking
• Impaired balance
• Hallucinations
• Personality changes (e.g., increased aggression or reclusion)
• Difficulty with movement
• Sleep disturbance

A-1 Home Care in Corona del Mar offers flexible scheduling with live-in and live-out care.  As your elderly loved one’s needs change over time, we can adjust our caregiving services to extend or decrease hours of in-home care as you need them.  Round-the-clock senior care entails assistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, companion care, transportation, personal care and more.

About A-1 Home Care in Corona del Mar 

A-1 Home Care has been taking care of Corona del Mar’s seniors and their families for over two decades!  When it comes to selecting someone to take care of your elderly loved ones, we take talent recruitment very seriously.  A-1 Home Care is a licensed, bonded and insured agency that thoroughly prescreens every single caregiver, certified nurse aide, home health aide and licensed vocational nurse for your safety and security.  You have our round-the-clock support from a 24-hour hotline to live-in caregiver services for 365 days a year.  You can finance high quality senior care at the most competitive prices in LA County and Orange County!  A-1 Home Care also accepts Veteran Benefits and long-term care insurance.

For quality Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, call A-1 Home Care (949) 650-3800 or visit us at www.coronadelmarinhomecare.com for services in Corona del Mar, Tustin, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Fullerton, Orange, Irvine, Huntington Beach and Garden Grove.

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High Quality In-Home Elder Care for the Childless

Whether you choose to have children or not, if you do not have any kids, you are among the growing number of adults who are childless.  According to statistics from the AARP (2013), about 11.6% of women ages 80 to 84 did not have any children in 2010.  Researchers predict that by 2030, the percentage will reach 16%.  What does this mean for caregiver support?  Elders without kids are coined “elder orphans,” a term that describes seniors without friends or family.  It’s a sad situation, but if you are young enough to plan ahead for your future, it is highly recommended to start planning for your own elder care support with a reputable agency like A-1 Home Care in Corona del Mar.

24-Hour Support When You Need It

No matter what time of day it is, if you want to talk to a care manager from A-1 Home Care in Corona del Mar, you will always be connected to a live operator when you dial our phone line.  Our care managers will walk you step-by-step through advanced planning.  Our in-depth analysis will take into account some of the following factors in senior care:  your overall financial picture, projected health and care requirements, your desires and wishes for end-of-life care, an overview of financial options and possible assistance programs, long-term care insurance, veteran benefits, financial strategies for various health scenarios, and more.

About A-1 Home Care 

Established in 1991, A-1 Home Care is a licensed, bonded and insured agency dedicated to serving seniors and their families all over Orange County.  We take great care in matching you with a highly skilled, seasoned caregiver whose personality is compatible with yours.  Customer service is 100% guaranteed.  Thanks to our wonderful team of caregivers, certified nurse aides, certified home health aides, home helpers and companion care works, A-1 Home Care has become Southern California’s most preferred home care agency, delivering exceptional senior care to communities in Corona del Mar.

For quality 24-hour care, call A-1 Home Care (949) 650-3800 or visit us at www.coronadelmarinhomecare.com for services in Corona del Mar, Tustin, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Fullerton, Orange, Irvine, Huntington Beach and Garden Grove.

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Corona del Mar In-Home Care: Examining the Causes of Multiple Sclerosis

In the United States, approximately 400,000 individuals have Multiple Sclerosis (MS), according to a report by National Multiple Sclerosis Society.  This debilitating disease is more common in women and is usually diagnosed when people are in their late 20’s and early 30’s.  At this time, researchers can only speculate what causes MS, a debilitating disease of the central nervous system.  Medical research reveals that MS occurs when the immune system attacks myelin, a protective layer around nerve fibers (Healthline, 2016).  The attack destroys communication between the brain and the rest of the body, causing symptoms such as difficulty with walking and debilitating fatigue that interferes with one’s ability to work and perform menial daily tasks.  Though no known cure exists, there are many treatments for Multiple Sclerosis as well as in-home care support offered by agencies such as A-1 Home Care in Corona del Mar.

How can I benefit from 24-hour in-home care?

One of the most common symptoms reported by individuals with Multiple Sclerosis is extreme, chronic, debilitating fatigue that stops them from working and doing the mundane but necessary things, like brushing one’s teeth, cooking, and cleaning around the house.  If you live alone, the benefits of having round-the-clock Multiple Sclerosis Care abound.  A live-in caregiver can help with meal preparations, light housekeeping, errands, grocery shopping, prescription pick-ups, transportation to appointments and more.  Our personable, affable caregivers are there to take care of you 24 hours a day or as long as you need them.  A-1 Home Care offers the best 24-hour MS Care in Corona del Mar at unbeatable rates.

Why A-1 Home Care?

Established in 1991, A-1 Home Care has become Corona del Mar’s most preferred home care agency for a variety of services, such as Multiple Sclerosis Care, senior care, Lou Gehrig’s Care, Arthritis Care, live-in care and live-out care.  We are licensed, bonded and insured, which means that every caregiver is meticulously screened for their criminal and driving records.  We consistently deliver high quality in-home care through our pool of culturally diverse caregivers.  When you call A-1 Home Care, you will always get a live human being on the other line instead of an automated answering service with endless menu options.  You can finance MS Care through veteran benefits, long-term care insurance or our reasonable payment terms.

For quality 24-hour Multiple Sclerosis Care, call A-1 Home Care (949) 650-3800 or visit us at www.coronadelmarinhomecare.com for services in Corona del Mar, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Yorba Linda, Fullerton, Anaheim, and other surrounding cities.

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Elders With Lou Gehrig’s Disease Find Relief In The Home In Corona Del Mar

Does your loved one in the home suffer from Lou Gehrig’s disease, and could benefit from receiving the leading in-home care services in all of Orange County and Los Angeles?

At A-1 Home Care in Corona Del Mar, we send our affordable elder care experts to the comfort of the home offering exceptional Lou Gehrig’s disease care services for everyone needing assistance in managing their symptoms. Each gentle caretaker on staff offers assistance in the home that includes help with mobility, help with handling different items, and help with personal services so that patients can feel good about their home health looking ahead.

Each caregiving expert provides specific in-home senior services that involve:

• assistance with household duties like dusting, vacuuming, dish-washing, laundry, mopping, bed-making, and trash
• assistance with yard work and gardening tasks like watering plants, mowing the lawn, and raking leaves
• personal care like bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing
• transportation to and from medical appointments and other existing engagements
• delicious and nutritious meal preparation
• running errands like grocery shopping and picking up clothes from the cleaners
• medication reminders and administration assistance
• enjoyable conversation and companionship
• special needs care
• child care
• pet care

A-1 Home Care also provides in-home care solutions ranging from behavioral modifications and therapies to veteran’s benefits for war vets struggling to live life in the home. Each elder caregiver provides not only a multitude of care services, but provides them to people from many different walks of life– because anything less just isn’t A-1 Home Care’s best.

For more information about what makes A-1 Home Care the non-medical home care agency of choice in Southern California, call a helpful caregiver by dialing (949) 650-3800 or (562) 929-8400 today. A-1 Home Care is proud to serve surrounding communities in places like Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, Costa Mesa, and Fountain Valley.

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Diabetic Elders Receive Exceptional Thanksgiving Dietary Advice In Corona Del Mar

Before you know it, Thanksgiving will be in the rear view mirror once again. But before that time comes, does you or a loved one have specific diabetic needs that shouldn’t take the day off—even on a day as festive-filled as Thanksgiving?

At A-1 Home Care, we provide specialized caregivers with a knack for knowing how to enjoy Thanksgiving without hurting the body along the way. Take a look below at some helpful diabetic care advice that will allow the whole family to enjoy Thanksgiving together in the healthiest way possible.

1. Don’t dine alone. Senior centers often provide opportunities for people to enjoy a tasty Thanksgiving meal with their peers. Sharing the holiday with a companion or two both lifts your spirits and keeps you more attentive to how much you’re eating.
2. Self-Control is important. Just because it’s the holidays doesn’t mean you can eat whatever you want and still get away with it. Overeating can lead to some surprisingly serious health setbacks, including severe heartburn or even a heart attack. Don’t pile on the gravy, butter, or other high-fat delicacies that Thanksgiving is most known for.
3. Plan in advance. Remember to have a current knowledge of any medications you are taking. In the case that you have a health emergency, your doctor should be aware of your medical condition and according medications so that he/she can act as quickly as possible. After all, knowledge is power– so keep your doctor aware of your health situation heading into the holidays.

You can get more holiday dietary tips when you contact an elder care expert at A-1 Home Care today. Available at (949) 650-3800 or (562) 929-8400, each senior care specialist at the home caregiver agency of choice is diverse and affordable, proudly serving LA and OC for the past 20+ years and counting. A-1 Home Care is proud to serve neighboring communities in Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and Laguna Beach.

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Lasting Incontinence Care Soothes Seniors In Corona Del Mar

Requiring incontinence care is something many people dread because it can symbolize a loss of independence and continued embarrassment for the future. But did you know that it’s nothing to be ashamed about if you live here in Corona Del Mar?

That’s because A-1 Home Care in Corona Del Mar has been helping elders find relief for more than 20 years already, serving as the non-medical home care agency of choice in both Orange County and Los Angeles. Each care giver at A-1 Home Care is not only helpful and friendly, but also fully-equipped with years of professional experience in the care-giving field so that you can trust in the senior services they provide, regardless of how personal they might be.

A-1 Home Care’s compassionate elder care providers come to elders in the comfort of their own homes and provide them with lasting incontinence care. These senior service specialists provide aid in the home as well as personal services to relieve every incontinence issue. Some of the specific things they can help elders with in the home include:

• help with household chores like laundry, dish washing, bed-making, and vacuuming
• help with yard work and gardening duties like mowing the lawn, raking leaves, and watering plants
• help with bathing, dressing, and going to the bathroom
• running errands like grocery shopping and picking up clothes from the cleaners
• preparation of healthy meals that are full of wholesome ingredients
• good companionship and conversation
• medication reminders
• transportation to and from medical appointments and other existing engagements

For lasting incontinence care solutions right here in Corona Del Mar and surrounding areas, contact one of the senior care specialists at A-1 Home Care today by dialing (949) 650-3800. A-1 Home Care serves communities throughout Southern California, including cities like Marina Del Rey, San Pedro, Long Beach, Garden Grove, and Beverly Hills.

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