Keeping the Elderly Safe on Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, and for many that means dressing up in their favorite costume, carving pumpkins and going door to door for candy and treats. But for some there can be an …
Read More6 Subtle Signs That Home Nursing May be Needed
The holiday season brings families together more than any other time of the year. While it is a great time to catch up with far-flung relatives, it is also a key opportunity to monitor the elderly …
Read MoreDon’t Let the Summer Bugs Bite
Summer is here, and that means that you are spending more time outdoors. Activities such as visiting the beach and roasting marshmallows around the campfire are the things that we enjoy most about summer, but …
Read MoreApril is Stress Awareness Month
Caregiver burnout can be a big problem for individuals caring for a loved one. In our experience, it is the family members or spouse caring for someone who has been involved in a life-altering event …
Read MoreHome for the Holidays: Signs that Your Aging Parents May Need Help
The holidays are now over, and we have returned to our normal lives. Regular work schedules, the kids are back in school and the Christmas decorations are put away neatly in storage bins. You have …
Read MoreFlu Prevention
Unfortunately the flu season has taken a turn for the worse in recent days. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows influenza is now widespread in 43 states, up from 36 states the previous …
Read MoreSeasonal Hazards and the Elderly
How AmeriStaff Home Care Can Help You and Your Family Combat the Winter Months Ahead The winter months in Michigan have arrived, which present challenges for all. And while for many of us, challenges mean …
Read MoreJuly is National UV Safety Month
SLIP! SLOP! SLAP! and WRAP! The American Cancer Society promotes this clever slogan that is easy to remember for the ultimate UV radiation protection. Slip on a shirt…slop on sunscreen…slap on a hat and wrap …
Read MoreAmeriCare Medical, Inc. Receives Accreditation for Excellence in Care
The Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP) Recognizes AmeriCare’s Innovation and Vision for Eighth Year. (Troy, Michigan) – July 15, 2014 – The Community Health Accreditation Program, Inc. (CHAP) announced that AmeriCare Medical, Inc. has been …
Read MoreHow Do You Know When Homecare is Needed for Your Aging Parent?
From Men’s Health Week to Father’s Day, the month of June celebrates men. It’s an opportunity for us to step back and reflect on the men in our lives, particularly, our fathers, who have provided …
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