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May Employee Spotlight 2023
Personal Assistant Spotlight Jenny joined Home Vitality Care a little over a year ago, April 22, 2022, and has been a great caregiver for our clients. She has 20 years of experience in home care, is very diligent and reliable and builds a great rapport with clients and family members. Jenny likes reading, shopping, traveling,…
Read More2023 Spring Traveling Tips for Seniors
Spring is a wonderful time of the year when nature blooms, and the weather is mild and pleasant. Many seniors look forward to traveling during this time of the year, but it’s important to take certain precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. In this article, we’ll discuss some senior citizen precautions for traveling…
Read MoreMaintaining Physical Activity and Mobility for Seniors at Home
Maintaining physical activity and mobility is crucial for seniors, not just for their physical health, but also for their mental and emotional well-being. In this article, we will discuss some ways that seniors can maintain physical activity and mobility while staying at home. Consult a Healthcare Provider First and foremost, it is important to consult…
Read MoreManaging Chronic Conditions with At-Home Senior Care
As people age, it is not uncommon for them to develop chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and arthritis. These conditions can make it difficult for seniors to live independently and can also require frequent trips to the doctor or hospital. However, with at-home senior care, it is possible for seniors to manage their…
Read MoreHoliday Tips for Traveling with Seniors
Whether traveling by flight, car, or other means, planning and traveling on a trip with the whole family can be very tedious. And while it is apparent to plan for younger travelers, sometimes older loved ones are not always so obvious to plan for. It’s good to keep in mind that even if seniors are…
Read MorePain Awareness for Seniors
September is Pain Awareness Month for Seniors With September being Pain Awareness Month, now is a good time to discuss a problem that affects an estimated 100 million Americans – more than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. Pain is associated with a wide range of injury and disease, and is sometimes the disease itself.…
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Urgent Reminder: Medicaid Users Must Submit
Re-enrollment Application by June 17, 2016
Avoid Being Disenrolled from Medicaid by Meeting the June 17 Deadline Want to make sure you remain enrolled in Texas Medicaid on Sept. 25, 2016? Submit your Medicaid re-enrollment application on or before June 17, 2016. If your application is submitted after June 17, Texas Medicaid can’t guarantee that it will be processed and revalidated by…
Read MoreNovember Is National Diabetes Awareness Month
Home Vitality and Companion Connection would like to help you better understand diabetes by answering 5 common questions about the disease. For more information on special care for seniors with diabetes, or to find out how Home Vitality Care can help your loved one, contact us here, or call 281-580-9955. In addition, The Center…
Read MoreWhat is dementia? (infographic)
Information on Urinary Tract Infections and Seniors
Anyone who has experienced a urinary tract infection (UTI) knows how painful they are. Think about how horrible it would be if you were unable to recognize or communicate your symptoms to anyone. Family members and caregivers play an important role in recognizing symptoms and seeking medical attention. Amanda Smith, M.D., medical director at the…
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