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.
10/16/2025
At Onyx Home Care, we don’t take lightly what it means to be invited into a family’s most sacred spaces... their home, their routines, their moments of love and loss.
Caring for someone’s parent, spouse, or loved one is more than a job. It’s an honor.
An honor to offer comfort.
An honor to be trusted.
An honor to stand beside families during life’s hardest seasons.
To every family who lets us walk this journey with them, thank you.
You remind us every day why we do what we do.
10/15/2025
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s can feel like walking a tightrope... balancing safety, dignity, and love while trying not to lose yourself in the process.
You don’t have to walk alone.
Professional support can bring structure, relief, and peace back into your home.
If caring for your loved one is starting to feel overwhelming, it’s okay to ask for help... that is love, too.
When someone you love has Alzheimer’s, independence can feel out of reach, but it doesn’t have to be.
The right kind of care does more than meet medical needs. It protects dignity, encourages small daily victories, and helps families breathe a little easier.
If you’ve ever wondered how home health care can make that possible... not just for safety, but for quality of life... this one’s for you.
Independence doesn’t have to end with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
With the right support, your loved one can continue living safely and confidently at home, surrounded by comfort, dignity, and familiar faces.
Learn how Alzheimer’s home health care in Volusia County helps individuals maintain their independence and improves quality of life for the entire family.
Discover how Alzheimer’s home health care in Volusia County empowers seniors to stay safe, independent, and supported at home with compassionate, skilled professionals from Onyx Home Care.
10/09/2025
Sometimes love looks like stepping back, so you can show up better.
Caring for someone you love shouldn’t mean carrying the entire weight alone.
When you bring in trusted help, you’re not replacing your care, you’re reinforcing it.
Because peace of mind isn’t just for the person receiving care. It’s for you, too.
Learn how compassionate, in-home support can help you breathe again.
📍Serving families across Volusia and Flagler Counties
10/08/2025
When was the last time you checked in with yourself?
Caregivers are incredible at showing up for others, but the quiet signs of burnout can sneak up long before we realize it.
You deserve rest. You deserve support.
And taking care of yourself isn’t selfish... it’s what helps you keep showing up with love.
🩵 Save this post as a gentle reminder that your well-being matters too.
10/07/2025
Behind every medication list and late-night check-in is a caregiver doing their best to hold it all together.
When you spend every moment focused on someone else’s well-being, it’s easy to lose sight of your own. But support exists to help you both thrive... not just survive.
Caring for a loved one at home isn’t just about medication schedules and doctor visits. It’s holding everything together when your heart feels heavy and your energy is running low.
Many family caregivers tell us that what starts as an act of love can slowly turn into exhaustion, guilt, or worry that they’re not doing enough.
But here’s the truth: asking for help doesn’t mean giving up. It means recognizing that love sometimes looks like letting go of doing it all alone.
In our latest article, we explore the emotional labor of caregiving... the sleepless nights, the medication lists, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going... and how support can bring peace back to your home.
Caring for a spouse with dementia or complex medical needs can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Learn the signs of caregiver burnout and when it’s time to ask for help from Onyx Home Care in Volusia and Flagler counties.
10/01/2025
Caregiving can feel overwhelming, sometimes you don’t even realize just how much strain you’re under. If you’ve been questioning whether it’s time to ask for help, our new quiz might offer clarity.
Take the quiz: Do You Need Caregiver Relief?
Find out if it’s time to ease your load and bring in support.
When the power goes out, even small changes at home can feel overwhelming for someone living with dementia.
In our new carousel, we share simple and safe lighting tips to keep your loved one calm, comfortable, and protected during an outage.
💡 From flashlights to motion-activated lights, these small steps can make a big difference.
09/29/2025
Power outages may only last a few hours, but for families caring for a loved one with dementia, even a short disruption can cause stress and confusion.
In our latest blog, we share simple, practical tips to keep your loved one safe and calm if the lights go out. From protecting medications to choosing safe lighting and reducing anxiety, these steps can make all the difference.
Learn how to keep a loved one with dementia safe and calm during a power outage. Onyx Home Care in Volusia and Flagler counties shares practical tips for medications, lighting, and caregiver support.
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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.
