Homecare Maryland, LLC

11/27/2024

Dear HCMD Team,

As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to share my deep appreciation for each of you. Your dedication to serving our patients with compassion and excellence is what makes HCMD truly special. In home health, the work we do is not always easy, but the impact you make is life-changing. You bring comfort, dignity, and hope to those who need it most, and for that, I am deeply grateful. This season reminds us of the importance of gratitude, and I hope you take time to reflect on the difference you make—not only for our patients but for your teammates and our entire community.

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with warmth and happiness.

With gratitude,

David Pareja
Executive Director

10/09/2024

Special thanks to Ann Marie, Jennifer Duncan and our friends at Carroll Lutheran Village for their commitment to preventive care and the overall well being of our seniors. This year, HCMD was also present at Carroll County Plus 50 Expo which provides another great opportunity to educate our community on the vital role of home health.

05/01/2024

Great to see our employees supporting and enjoying several LifeBridge fundraising events!

The LifeBridge Health Magic of Life Gala has become the largest single-day fundraising event in Maryland. Every sponsor and attendee supported our mission to increase the quality of the healthcare experience we are able to offer our patients.

The BridgingLife Taste of Carroll celebrated its 25th anniversary event. Supporters helped raise funds for deeply personalized hospice and palliative care, family bereavement services and special programs.

THANK YOU!

04/08/2024

04/08/2024

April is National Occupational Therapy Month!

Happy ! We are thankful to have at HomeCare Maryland amazing OTs who enhance our patients' lives and help them participate in everyday activities they love.

Thank you for your vital services Natan B, Alexandra B, Hayyan G, Kristen H, Kathleen H, Agandi O, Latia R, Linda S, Michelle S, Lindsey V and Sarah, W !!!

Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) play a crucial role in facilitating their patients’ recovery and well-being by fostering collaboration with other healthcare professionals. This collaborative approach in home health ensures that our patients receive the holistic and comprehensive care they deserve.

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy is defined as a form of therapy for those recuperating from physical or mental illness that encourages rehabilitation through the performance of activities required in daily life.

How is Occupational Therapy different from Physical Therapy? What’s the difference?

• Occupational Therapists or Occupational Therapy Assistants will also treat a patient’s injury or impairment but as compared with physical therapy, occupational therapy tends to focus more on evaluating and improving a patient’s functional abilities and everyday life.
• Occupational Therapists often do not directly treat a person’s injury using techniques more commonly associated with physical therapy, such as manual therapy or acupuncture, but rather focus on assisting patients in optimizing their independence and their ability to accomplish their daily activities following an injury or impairment.

What are some OT/OTA responsibilities?

As an OT/OTA, you can expect to work directly with patients by providing therapy in exciting environments and will be responsible for many important tasks, including:
• Helping patients develop, recover and improve the skills they need for daily living and working
• Assisting patients in therapeutic activities and exercises
• Helping children who have developmental disabilities and promoting coordination and socialization
• Teaching patients how to use special equipment

03/18/2024

This month, HomeCare Maryland (HCMD) wishes to acknowledge the breadth of knowledge, expertise, and guidance that social workers provide to some of our most vulnerable patients and their family members. Whether upon discharge from the hospital, when making the decision to move to an assisted living or home, or while working in partnership with an interdisciplinary home health team, social workers offer meaningful support during some of a patient’s most difficult and important times in life. Their communication, advocacy, counseling, and documentation skills are essential components in the care continuum and can truly make the difference in helping a patient to preserve dignity, autonomy, and a higher quality of life.

At HCMD, we extend a special thank you to Sharon T. and Danielle S. for their vital social worker services!

03/18/2024

Spring is almost here and that means seasonal allergies are on the way.

02/26/2024

"There is no place like home" by Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. At HomeCare Maryland, we pride ourselves in providing clinical services to patients and their caregivers who desire treatment in the comfort of home. Lifebridge partners like Davita, Avila Home Care, Baker Rehab Group and Bridging Life Hospice support this wish as well to many in our community seeking medical or non-medical services within this continuum of care system.

The ability to dialyze at home can offer considerable health and lifestyle benefits. One of the greatest benefits of home dialysis is that it allows patients to arrange treatments around their own schedule, and it can be customized to accommodate their needs. Learn more about the basics of home dialysis: https://ow.ly/uAgl50QCnUK

02/26/2024

Avoiding re-hospitalizations is a top priority at HCMD. When appropriate, our clinical team seeks several resources at our disposal to avoid unnecessary trips back to the hospital. As a Lifebridge partner, our patients benefit from a wide array of services such as those provided by our local urgent care centers.

Many people who are going to the emergency department may actually have conditions that can be treated at an urgent care center.

02/26/2024

On January 5, 2024 Homecare Maryland, LLC (HCMD) executive director David Pareja attended a lunch sponsored by the Health Facilities Association of Maryland (HFAM). In attendance was special guest and main speaker Maryland’s Governor Wes Moore. HFAM represents “the long-term care community to the state government, elected and appointed officials, business leaders, and the general public. By providing education and data-based information, HFAM advocates on behalf of its members on legislative, regulatory, and public affair priorities. “(HFAM website).

While HomeCare Maryland does not support any specific political party, it does support our local and state government representatives that focus on improving the lives of its citizens with safer and greater access to it's community resources. On behalf of HCMD and it’s employees, David Pareja shared with Governor Moore his support for several items on his 2024 political agenda to include making Maryland safer and more affordable.

02/15/2024

Our HomeCare Maryland team had a lovely visit at LifeBridge Health partner Atlee Hill Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitations Services! Thank you Lifebridge IT team for showing love and spreading smiles to our patients and our liaisons.