Our hearts desire at Onyx Home Care is to provide quality care to our patients in a nurturing and trusting environment. License number HHA 21280096.
Our heart's desire at Onyx Home Care is to provide quality care to our patients in a nurturing and trusting environment. We offer skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, private duty companion care, as well as specialized Alzheimer's and Dementia care. We are a Joint Commission accredited agency serving Flagler and Volusia Counties since 1967.
01/30/2026
For many seniors, home isn’t just a place. It’s where their memories live. It’s where they feel most like themselves.
Even when extra support is needed, that doesn’t mean giving up independence. The right kind of home care helps make it possible to stay in familiar surroundings while adding the safety and support families worry about.
From help with daily routines to medication reminders and safety check-ins, caregivers are there to reduce risk while respecting dignity and independence.
Because staying home should still feel safe, comfortable, and empowering.
This approach helps seniors remain comfortable in familiar surroundings while reducing risk.
01/29/2026
One of the quiet stresses of long-distance caregiving isn’t just being far away.
It’s the constant wondering.
Did they eat today
Did they seem more tired than usual
Did anything change that I should know about
That mental load adds up fast.
Having a local care team who keeps you informed helps replace anxiety with clarity. Not constant alerts. Just the right information at the right time so you can stay connected, involved, and confident in your loved one’s care.
If you’re supporting a parent from a distance, you deserve peace of mind, not endless worry.
Learn how local home care can help you stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.
01/28/2026
Choosing RN-supervised home care ensures professional oversight and accountability.
At Onyx Home Care, care plans are overseen by a Registered Nurse who helps monitor changes, address concerns, and adjust care as needed.
RN supervision is especially valuable for long-distance caregiving because it ensures:
- Care plans are medically informed
- Changes in condition are identified early
- Families receive clear communication
- Care remains aligned with evolving needs
For long-distance families especially, this extra layer of trust can make all the difference. You’re not just hoping things are okay. You know there’s professional oversight guiding your loved one’s care.
01/27/2026
Caring for a parent from miles away is one of the hardest positions to be in.
You want to be there.
You want to help.
But distance makes everything feel heavier.
Professional home care gives families a trusted, local presence when you can’t be there in person. From daily routines to safety check-ins and simple companionship, it helps bridge the gap so your loved one isn’t navigating care alone.
If you’re supporting a parent from out of state, you don’t have to carry it all by yourself.
Caring for an aging parent from another state comes with constant questions:
Are they safe?
Are medications being taken correctly?
Would I know if something changed?
This new resource explains how RN-supervised home care helps long-distance families stay informed, reduce risk, and support independence for loved ones in Daytona Beach.
If you’re supporting a parent from miles away, this is for you.
Long-distance caregiving for parents in Daytona Beach? Learn how home care for parents in Florida helps families stay connected and seniors stay safe at home.
01/22/2026
Wondering whether home care can help address your concerns after a loved one’s hospital discharge?
“Going home” is not the same as being fully recovered.
Many spouses and family members sit in the hospital room wondering what comes next. You may be thinking about how you will help them walk, bathe, manage medications, or get through the night once you are home. You want to do the right thing, but you are not sure you can do it all safely on your own.
Planning support before discharge can ease that uncertainty. Short-term home care can help bridge the gap between hospital care and recovery at home, so you are not figuring it out alone.
The days immediately after a hospital discharge are often when families have the most questions and the least support in place. What looks manageable on paper can feel very different once a loved one is home.
Having a plan for extra care during this transition can help prevent complications and give families peace of mind while recovery is still underway.
Heading home after a hospital stay can feel overwhelming.
For many families in Daytona Beach, the transition from hospital to home comes with important questions about safety, medication management, mobility, and daily care. Without proper support in place, this period can increase the risk of setbacks or readmission.
Our latest blog breaks down what families need to know before discharge and how home care can support a safer, smoother recovery at home.
Preparing for hospital discharge in Daytona Beach? Learn how post hospital home care supports recovery after surgery, pneumonia, or a fall.
01/15/2026
Medication safety is one of the most overlooked risks for seniors. Missed doses, double dosing, or mixing medications incorrectly can quickly lead to serious health complications.
Home care plays a critical role by providing medication reminders, monitoring for side effects, and communicating concerns to families and healthcare providers. RN-supervised care adds an extra layer of oversight to help protect seniors and prevent avoidable issues.
Medication safety should never be left to chance.
01/14/2026
Many senior injuries don’t happen during emergencies. They happen during everyday moments like bathing, getting dressed, or moving in and out of bed.
Home care provides extra eyes and hands during these routine activities, offering steady support, supervision, and mobility assistance when balance or strength may be limited. That daily presence helps reduce risk and gives families greater peace of mind.
Supporting seniors safely at home often comes down to being there in the moments that matter most.
01/13/2026
Falls are one of the biggest safety risks for older adults, and even a single fall can change everything. Many of the most common causes are found inside the home, from poor lighting and loose rugs to a lack of support during daily movement.
Fall prevention home care focuses on identifying these risks and providing steady, trained support so seniors can move safely and remain independent at home.
If you’re caring for an aging loved one in Daytona Beach, understanding these risks is an important first step.
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Colleen and Michael McGrew purchased The Wallis Agency in 2015 and renamed the business Onyx Home Care in 2016. Colleen, a registered nurse, is continuing the legacy of RN ownership that began with Mary Wallis in 1967. The company has been owned and operated locally by a Registered Nurse for almost 50 years.
After careful consideration, Colleen felt a name change would better reflect the new spirit of the business. Onyx Home Care was chosen based off the use of the onyx stone in ancient healing practices. The onyx stone was meant to aid in the balance of body, mind and spirit. This reflects Colleen’s heart for Onyx Home Care, to see the quality of life, health and independence of each patient improve exponentially. The Onyx Home Care team provides care to patients in a nurturing and trusting environment in Central Florida.
Colleen is a third generation RN owner and is bringing a renewed sense of accountability to home health care. She has a bachelors of science in nursing from Western Connecticut State University. Working as an RN for over 26 years has given her many roles such as: staff, charge, emergency room, and telephone triage nurse. Colleen’s experience in patient care has given her a unique perspective on the needs of patients and their family members. She brings this knowledge into her knew position as owner of Onyx Home Care.
The McGrews love Daytona Beach. Colleen hosts a women’s group once a week that has nearly outgrown their meeting space and Michael has been a part of numerous local activities through his previous position as a plant manager. Colleen and Michael are continually looking for ways to serve their area. Onyx Home Care is a way for The McGrews to use their professional experiences to help their community.
Colleen and her team are excited to continue providing quality, affordable home health care to seniors in the Volusia and Flagler counties.
