A stroke is a sudden interruption of the blood supply in the brain. A stroke can either be caused by a blockage in the blood vessels in the brain — ischemic — or can be caused by the blood vessels in the brain, bleeding into the brain — hemorrhagic. Strokes cause damage to the part… read more
It should come as no surprise that the majority of Americans have no desire to ever live in a retirement community, assisted living facility, or nursing home. However, it is also true that in their middle-ages, most Americans can not fathom experiencing physical or mental decline that would require them to need around-the-clock care. These… read more
Durable medical equipment is considered any medical equipment that is used to make a person safer in their own home, aids in providing medical services in the home, or improves the quality of life. Historically, there were many diseases and chronic illnesses that required care within a facility. For instance, those who had a physical… read more
As the name implies, home health offers medical assistance to people in their homes. This alleviates the stress and the need for your loved one to stay in a facility or to be a burden on their family. But, did you know that home health care agencies, like Angels on-Call Homecare, offer so much more… read more
Respite care is a unique, very important, kind of care that is offered to unpaid caretakers for emergency or planned breaks. It is estimated that 75 percent of care that is provided to the elderly or disabled is provided by their family members. Approximately 44 million American caregivers provide more than 37 billion hours… read more
For most people, the idea of leaving their home when they are no longer able to completely care for themselves is a terrifying prospect. Not only does it feel like defeat or as though life is suddenly coming to an end. While this is not usually the case, moving out of your home to be… read more