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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…
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…
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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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.
Long Distance Caregiving Tips
Caring for your aging parent is stressful. This stress doubles when you are a long distance caregiver. You will come across unique challenges when you provide long distance senior care. The good news, however, is that you are not alone. According to the MetLife National Alliance for Caregiving Report 15% of people providing care for their aging parents…
Fight Against Dementia Today
Research shows that dementia affects approximately 50 million people globally. A syndrome resulting from disease in the brain, it involves a decline in memory, thinking, orientation, comprehension, calculation, learning capacity, language and judgement. Tragically, the number of people struggling with dementia today is expected to triple within the next thirty years. With 10 million new…
Workouts for Seniors
Exercise has the ability to significantly enhance one’s quality of life. Exercise helps you to maintain good health, prevent injuries, and lower risks of heart diseases. Staying active also helps you to sleep better! No matter how old you are, exercise is important for everyone. Though exercise is very important, it is more important that…
Signs of a Senior Needing Mobility Equipment
As we get older, we face a number of different potential problems. It is our responsibility to keep a careful eye on our parents and our loved ones to ensure that they get the support that they need. Often, older people do not like to admit that they are struggling. This is because they feel…
Elderly Driving Safety Tips
Safety for Elderly Drivers It can be extremely difficult to candidly approach the subject of safety with an elderly driver. Being able to drive offers a person independence and mobility, a feeling that many seniors are already losing physically. Because of this, many families turn a blind eye to their loved one’s poor driving habits.…
How to Let Grief Be Grief, and Nothing Else: Seniors Coping with Loss of a Spouse
For seniors who lose their spouse, it’s likely the hardest time of their entire lives. It’s important to know that grieving is completely natural and healthy. There’s no way to stop grief, and it’s unhealthy to try to stifle it. Everyone grieves in their own way and you should never feel ashamed of your sadness…
Care Plans for Childless Seniors
Mary’s Story: A Childless Senior in Need of Care Meet Mary: A 93-year-old woman who recently suffered from a broken hip and in need of a senior care plan. Currently, Mary lives with her 92-year-old husband in a patio home at a senior community. Mary and her husband have no children. They also have not…
Tips for Creating Meaningful Christmas Memories for Seniors
The holidays are always a great opportunity to capture memories with family members. This can be especially important if you have an aging senior in your family. Making special memories for all generations can really help liven up any celebration. Here are a few ideas to help you creat meaningful Christmas memories for seniors. Teach…
Making Your Home Smarter: A Guide to The Latest Smart Tech
Many of us used to watch The Jetsons cartoon and wonder in amazement at all that tech. But now, so many of those same gadgets are actually available for our homes! It’s incredible how far home technology has come in just the past few years. If you’re a homeowner, though, you may still have some…
How to Navigate Black Friday Safely
Thanksgiving is the holiday where many like to gather around a table to enjoy food, company, count blessings, and give thanks. After enjoying company and giving said thanks with loved ones, many folks like to go to stores to buy more gadgets and toys. This phenomenon is what most people know as Black Friday, which…
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.