Horizons Healthcare Services

05/29/2023

National Mourning

In memory of the heroes who bravely died while serving our country, let us live by them and be good citizens to express our gratitude and respect. Take a little time of your day today to reflect, remember, and honor their lives this Memorial Day.

05/24/2023

Speech and Language Pathology

Anyone, at any age, who have problems with speech sounds, language, fluency, swallowing, and others can work with speech-language pathologists.

Read more at: https://www.asha.org/public/who-are-speech-language-pathologists/.

05/23/2023

Seek Help

The memory of an elderly person deteriorates with age. Although it is typical, a quick deterioration in memory and functioning can be a severe issue and could be an indication of dementia. Seek expert assistance as soon as possible.

05/22/2023

As a high-quality provider of home healthcare services, we are fully aware of the risks that your senior loved ones face at home especially if they have a disability or chronic illness. That is why we are here to help. We are able to provide home safety training to help increase your senior loved one’s safety at home.

You may contact us at 703-537-0107 to learn more about the services that we are able to provide.

05/18/2023

If you or a loved one needs assistance at home, consider our services. We provide high-quality healthcare services that can be customized according to your unique needs. Rest assured that you are in good hands. Contact us today for more information.

05/17/2023

Healthy Lifestyle Habits for Seniors

As we age, it is important to be proactive in taking good care of our health. We can age healthily if we follow healthy lifestyle habits.

Read more at: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-do-we-know-about-healthy-aging.

05/16/2023

Make your senior’s life easier by providing them with a home health aide who can assist them with their daily needs. We can be a reliable home healthcare provider for them because we offer a range of services, from food preparation to showering and oral hygiene.

05/15/2023

Know which food and drinks to avoid for clients undergone surgery.

- Foods that can cause constipation such as sugary sweets, eggs, dairy products, and meats that are high in fat.
This is because constipation can strain, stress, or reopen your wounds (if there are incisions).

- Spicy foods should also be avoided as they can upset the stomach.

- Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages as they should not be combined with pain medicines.

05/11/2023

Foods Good for the Heart

The heart needs essential nutrients to stay healthy and reduce the risk of common illnesses. So, it is vital to be careful of what you eat every day.

Read more at: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-healthy-living/healthy-foods.

Choosing heart-healthy foods is a key part of knowing how to make heart-healthy lifestyle choices.

05/10/2023

Through occupational therapy, we will be able to help your loved ones regain their work skills so that they will be able to remain independent for as long as they want.

If you want to consider occupational therapy today, don’t hesitate to call us.

05/09/2023

We Can Help

With the help of our professional nurses and home health aides, we are able to help your senior loved ones achieve greater independence and optimal wellness in the comforts of their own homes.

Contact us today to learn more.

05/08/2023

Activities of daily living or ADLs are essential tasks that most individuals perform routinely without the need for assistance. Some of the most basic daily living tasks include bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, transferring, and continence, among others.

But once a person is unable to accomplish these tasks, their quality of life may become poor and their living conditions may become unsafe. That is why there is a need for home care services.

05/04/2023

Is your loved one having trouble managing their symptoms? Allow us to help them. We have skilled and compassionate nurses who are always ready to assist your loved one in managing their symptoms.

Contact us for more information.

05/03/2023

Learn About Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy focuses on helping individuals in enhancing their abilities so they can participate in activities or occupations they need or want to do.

Read more at: https://wfot.org/about/about-occupational-therapy.

WFOT is the global voice for occupational therapy and the standard bearer for its practice. We represent occupational therapists worldwide.

05/02/2023

Senior individuals who are clean and well-groomed will most likely enjoy a much higher quality of life. They will be less prone to negative emotions and will have a more positive outlook in life.

If your loved ones need help with grooming, contact us today.

05/01/2023

Encourage your senior loved ones to perform aerobic exercises. Aerobic exercise will not only help your loved ones remain fit but will also help them stay healthy.

Here are some of the benefits of aerobic exercise:

- Manage a healthy weight.
- Manage chronic conditions.
- Reduce the risk of various health conditions.
- Strengthen your heart and immunity.
- Increase your strength and stamina.

If your loved ones need assistance with exercise, you can consider hiring a home health aide for them. Contact us today!

04/27/2023

The Growing Number

The number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to nearly double from 52 million in 2018 to 95 million by 2060.

Read the full article here www.prb.org/resources/fact-sheet-aging-in-the-united-states/.

Informing a Smarter World

04/26/2023

Home health care services are health care services that are provided in the home of a patient or a family member. Home health care services are delivered by professional providers such as nurses, therapists, and home health aides.