Westchester Family Care Inc.

07/21/2023

Maybe you call her Nana. 👩 Maybe you call her Granny. 👵 Whichever the case, a grandmother’s love is special. 🥰 It is pure and unconditional and overlooks all faults and flaws of her children and grandchildren. Sunday is her day. Click for more.

07/19/2023

Our elderly loved ones are vulnerable to the effects of heat stroke and exhaustion. Avoidance tips for the summer:
- Drink enough water
- Use sunscreen / an umbrella
- Don’t wear thick clothes
- Limit time outdoors / avoid the sun
Click on article for more:
https://caregiver.com/articles/heat-stress-elderly/

07/12/2023

Protect our elderly loved ones from heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Do you know the warning signs?
🩸high body temperature;
🔥 hot or dry skin;
💛rapid pulse;
😟 dizziness / nausea.
Some tips: have cool drinks, cool shower, rest, seek air-conditioning. Click for more.
https://caregiver.com/articles/heat-stress-elderly/

07/07/2023

When other caregivers take time for summer vacation, our capable and experienced caregivers are ready to fill any coverage gaps. Even on short notice, WFC will step in and take over home care services, We are local, open 24/7, and ready to fill the gap. Click to contact us.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/

07/05/2023

Your elderly loved ones may need additional assistance these days. Check for these warning signs:
►Difficulty w/ balance
►Financial challenges
►Changes in mood / behavior
►Neglect in household
►Poor personal hygiene
►Weight loss.
Click on our blog.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/signs-your-aging-parents-need-assistance/

07/03/2023

WFC wishes you a Happy Fourth of July. Stay healthy and enjoy Independence Day. https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/

06/30/2023

Making the transition to In-Home Care deserves to be as smooth as possible. With WFC we take the time to get to know you, your family, and your needs before we ever introduce a caregiver. This allows us to ensure your loved one is being cared for by the best caregiver for them. Having a solid caregiver match is what sets us apart from the rest.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/What-to-Expect

06/30/2023

Forget retirement. Baby Boomers are amassing huge social media followings on TikTok and Instagram. They’ve even got a name: GrandFluencers! Debra Rapoport, Artist: “This is who I am. This is what I do.” Click for the story.
https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/16/tech/granfluencers-tiktok/index.html

At 62, Helen Polise isn’t considering retirement. Not remotely. Her job: TikTok star.

06/28/2023

It's not just tweens and teens who Taylor Swift knocks out. She's a hit with aging baby boomers too. Click for more on Taylor Swift's increasing appeal to seniors.
https://airmail.news/issues/2023-6-10/rise-of-the-senior-swiftie

06/26/2023

Living with an organ transplant can often give transplant patients a new lease on life. However, prolonged daily use of transplant drugs can have devastating side effects. Click to read our blog on living with an organ transplant.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/the-heartbreak-of-transplantation-medicine/

Many seniors get transplants each year without knowledge of potential side effects. It's important to know what to expect from a transplant.

06/23/2023

Westchester Family Care is one of the leaders in In Home Dementia Care. We are consistently training and educating ourselves to ensure that every caregiver on our team is the best for your family's needs. Our caregivers understand that no two people are alike and therefore their memory care should be as individualized as they are.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/home-care-services/Dementia-Care

06/23/2023

Are you a certified NYS HHA? WFC has career opportunities for caregivers who love what they do. In-home care jobs available for immediate placement throughout Westchester County, NY, and Fairfield County, CT.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/careers/

06/21/2023

The Longest Day® on June 21 is The Day with The Most Light ... the Day We Fight®. It is the summer solstice, and people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through a fundraising activity of their choice. Join the Fight! Click for details.
https://act.alz.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=the_longest_day

06/20/2023

WFC joins in with the movement to celebrate Juneteenth – that June 19th day in 1865 when all enslaved people were declared free. Today we are reminded to honor and cherish the freedom African American enjoy along with all Americans. Click for more.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/

06/16/2023

When you hear that your loved one has Alzheimer's a lot of questions run through your mind. One of our blogs takes myths and stigmas and reminds you there is hope for your family and your loved one. Take a moment to discover what is myth and what is truth about this life-altering disease.

When Tony Bennett hears a familiar song’s opening notes, he still knows the key, the tempo, and its lyrics. Tony has Alzheimer’s Disease.

06/16/2023

Happy Father’s Day from our Westchester Family Care Family to yours. Celebrate your aging Dad’s capabilities this Sunday.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/

06/14/2023

Aging seniors depend on family, friends, and care service workers when they need care. Did you know that 1-2 million Americans, 65+, have been mistreated, exploited, or injured, by someone they depend on for care or protection? Click on our blog to learn the signs.
https://www.westchesterfamilycare.com/know-the-warning-signs-of-elder-abuse/