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7 Facts Seniors Should Know About Using Tech to Stay Connected
Being separated from your family can be heartbreaking. With the coronavirus pandemic raging on and seniors most at risk, however, avoiding in-person gatherings is your best option for staying safe…
Vitamin D can Help Reduce Coronavirus Risk by 54%: Boston University Doctor
Stop waiting for a miracle drug: A Boston University doctor says a sufficient amount of vitamin D can help reduce coronavirus risk by 54%. “People have been looking for the…
Aging Parent Conversation Tips
Good Morning New Caregiver! Today is a new week, in this new normal -facing new challenges. Some of us may have had our doubts that this “new normal” of living…
Tips for Caregiver Success
Today, so many of you are waking up as #NewCaregivers due to COVID-19. Maybe the place for Mom living at a care facility was the right decision at one time,…
Need Home Care?
If you need home care for an aging loved one, we are here to help. Inquire below and our dedicated care team will get back to you within 24 hours to assess your unique home care needs.
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Consistent Care
It is always a goal for our agency to place a consistent caregiver in your parent's home. This consistency helps to increase the trust and quality of care.
24/7 Phone Support
It is important for you to have support 24/7. You can rest assured that one of our staff is always there for you when you need it.
Free Nursing Assessment
Our registered nurse is available to come to your home to assess your loved one. Call our office to set up a complimentary assessment for your aging parent.
Expectations for Senior Home Care
The concept of senior home care has gained more national attention in recent years as America’s population grows older. By 2050 the senior population is expected to double to a total of nearly 80 million. Because of that there are many services that aim to help people age independently. Home care does exactly that, increase…
Superfoods for Seniors
Superfoods are everyday foods with exceptional nutrient density. They have the ability to improve one’s mood, physical health, and well-being. Check out five superfoods for seniors that can make them feel better both physically and emotionally. 1. Blueberries Studies have shown that even a handful of blueberries can impact your health in many ways. Blueberries…
8 Excellent Travel Tips With Elderly Loved Ones
Starting a family is rewarding, but one of the biggest challenges, when you have children is how to care for your senior loved ones. As your children grow up and move out, it can be challenging to balance your needs and aging parents with your own family. As our elderly loved ones grow older, they…
5 Ways to Enhance a New Marriage in Your Golden Years
Despite the media’s saturation with images of twenty-something newlyweds, a good portion of Americans actually get married in their golden years. According to U.S. Census data, at least 90% of adults over 60 have been married. If you are just beginning the next chapter of your life with a brand-new partner, read through this guide…
Ukraine Crisis Relief Campaign
Ukraine Crisis On Thursday, February 24th, 2022 the Ukraine was invaded by Russia which is a major escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian war that started in 2014. The news of this war has seemed to diminish a bit, but this crisis is very real and still going on. All over social media you see stories…
Benefits of Walking for Seniors
It is the perfect time of year to take advantage of the beautiful weather and take a walk. There are several benefits of walking for seniors. Walks help you to maintain a healthy weight, strengthen bones and muscles, improve moods, improve balance, strengthen the heart, and boost the immune system. In fact, even a 30…
How to help Seniors Aging at Home
How to Help Seniors Aging at Home? The goal for most seniors is to age at home. However, the home of your dreams in your lively thirties doesn’t always translate into the home you need as you slow down in your eighties. To help make aging in place a reality for your loved one, you…
Tips for Seniors With Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is caused by a degeneration of nerve cells in the brain. Battling Parkinson’s Disease affects body movement and coordination. Although symptoms vary from patient to patient, most experience muscle tremors and limb stiffening, sleep disturbances and mood disorders. There is currently no cure, though treatment plans are used to alleviate symptoms. Interestingly,…
Technology That Helps Seniors
Grandma being the only member in the family to not have a smartphone is a thing of the past. Eighty percent of U.S. adults over the age of 65 currently own a cell phone and in that same group four out of ten own a smartphone, according to Pew Research Center. While seniors may not…
Lung Cancer Awareness
It’s August 1st and you know what that means: it’s World Lung Cancer Day in Pittsburgh. If you are here it means you want to be aware of lung cancer, which is a very important thing, so I’m going to tell you about it. We will go through the types of lung cancer, the symptoms/signs,…
Who We Are:
At Home Senior Services is an in-home care agency dedicated to fostering independence in seniors. Founded in 2007 by Mary Jo Dietrich RN-BSN and her husband David Dietrich PhD, we are an independently operated agency with over 20 years of experience in the health care community. With Mary Jo and David’s combined knowledge of the senior care industry and keen business sense, they have been able to help over 1,000 families in the Pittsburgh area!
Our Mission:
We seek to provide peace of mind for your family with compassion, companionship, and commitment. We understand that senior care is a personal experience, and as such we believe that your caregiver support team should serve as an extension of your family. We strive to assist families through personalized care in a way unique to any other agency.
Our Goals:
We are dedicated to employing the best caregivers in the area. With every family we assist, we go through an introduction process where we strive to understand your loved one’s specific needs. Mary Jo will sit down with you and your family to discuss the options available to you, and then select the best caregiver to fit within the dynamics of your family.