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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,…
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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
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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.
Tips for Starting a Business for Family Caregivers
Launching a business that provides services to family senior caregivers is incredibly rewarding. If you’re thinking about starting a company in this niche, here’s what you need to know, courtesy of At Home Senior Services. We hope that as you read these tips for starting a business for family caregivers that you feel confident in…
Tips for Senior Sun Safety
Scorching heat is a common theme for most summers. This summer won’t be an exception to this common trend either. You can expect to see some sun and heat all summer long. But don’t get beat by the heat. You should know how to stay safe this and the best ways to keep yourself cool.…
How to Lower Blood Sugar in Seniors
Originally published on HVMN by Ryan Rodal A visit to the doctor as we age can start to become more than what it once was. Instead of a quick check-up with all your bill of health being written off as good, normal topics with your doctor start to involve your weight, joints, blood pressure, blood…
Tips for Aging Parents Care Needs
Assess your loved one before an incident occurs. Do not allow yourself to be the person who waits until your loved one has an incident before you act. Once your loved one turns 75, you should start paying closer attention to their health. Ideally you or someone else on your care team should perform a…
5 Tips to Help New Caregivers Incorporate Self-Care Into Their Routine
When caring for another human being, it can seem as though you cannot afford to take any time for yourself. Although you may feel this way, it is important to carve out time for self-care so that you can continue to nurture your aging loved one. Continue reading to learn about our tips to help…
Facts About Congestive Heart Failure
What is Congestive Heart Failure? Congestive heart failure, or CHF, is a chronic progressive condition that affects the pumping ability in your heart muscles. When a person has CHF, their heart has difficulty pumping blood out of the heart to other organs in their body. This occurs because the ventricle walls, which are responsible for…
Living with Depression
It is common for people of all ages to go through seasons of good times and not so good times. Seniors often can be more depressed due to events such as the loss of a loved one or new/existing health issues. Over time, this grief can turn into more of a serious issue, such as…
Going on Vacation With an Aging Loved One
Taking a break from the doldrums of everyday life is important for restoring your body and brain. Many Americans travel to a favorite destination once a year to rest and relax and restore their energy. If vacations are a big part of your yearly calendar, you may be concerned at the prospect of taking your…
How to Prevent Senior Loneliness
Does your senior loved one struggle with the feeling of loneliness? Many seniors face the struggle with loneliness as they age. Loneliness has been closely connected to seniors having poor health. As seniors continue to age, there are many things that can happen in life to make them feel lonely. However, there are plenty of…
How to Discuss the Aging Process with Seniors
When you start to notice signs of the aging process taking a toll on your senior loved one, such as forgetfulness or slowing down physically, it is time to have the talk with them. Having the talk about how to help your loved one prepare for the aging process, as well as developing a plan…
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.