Sylvania, OH Arista Home Care Solutions is proud to announce the appointment of Owner and President, Clayton Birney, to the Bowling Green State University Gerontology Program Long-Term Care Administration Advisory Board. I’m always interested in working with others...
What our Parkinson’s home health therapy program offers: Patient and family education on successful disease management including exercise, PD symptom management, diet and medication educationEstablishment of safe & individual progressive home exercise plan with...
Guest Blogger: Kyeshna (Kay) Jansen Navigating health insurance can be a mysterious and overwhelming process especially if you are experiencing a change or transition from an employer plan to an individual health plan or if you are getting ready to turn 65 and will...
Caregiving for seniors is a rewarding profession, but it can get overwhelming sometimes. You give all your attention to ensure your patient is comfortable and safe, so you’re left with little time for yourself — but it doesn’t have to be this way. There are many ways...
At Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Ohio, we strive to create a healing and nurturing environment for our patients to meet their emotional and physical needs. Located on the University of Toledo Medical Center Campus,...
Sleep is an important part of staying healthy and having a good quality of life. For many seniors, sleep is a challenge. The nightly struggle for restful sleep can be frustrating and exhausting for them. That is why it's important to know how seniors can get a good...
Medications play a crucial part in helping people, particularly the elderly, maintain their health. However, managing multiple medications can be challenging for some. Compliance with medication ensures the drug’s effectiveness and reduces the risk of adverse events....
The benefits of having a caregiver in your loved one’s life go far beyond what you might have imagined. Quality caregivers provide comfort and assistance to those who need it most, often for hours on end. This blog post will examine ten qualities that make up an...
Being a caregiver is a rewarding position and offers an opportunity to be empathic and compassionate. However, no one has an unlimited amount to give, and being a caregiver can have some adverse effects. Namely, many caregivers experience high levels of stress — which...
When our elderly loved ones continue to live independently, we aren’t always assured that they are doing well on their own. Sometimes, we will see various signs which indicate that they may need immediate support aside from an illness or medical diagnosis. In this...
Dan has more than 35 years’ experience in executive management and leadership in business finance, management, and accounting. Dan and his wife Bonny live on a lake in Southeast Michigan and have four adult children. Dan previously worked as General Manager,...
Caregiver jobs are needed now more than ever. As of July 2019, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, there are more than 54 million people aged 65 or above living in the country, many of whom need compassionate care. Not only does this make caregiving a...
Guest Blogger: Mindy Griffin, OT/L Mindy Griffin is a licensed Occupational Therapist. She founded Therapy Advantage in 2007 in an effort to provide a “different” and more innovative option for home health agencies. Therapy...
Are you looking for a career change, or a change of pace from the 9 – 5 hustle and bustle of a clinical setting? Home health care or in-home senior care career opportunities at Arista may be right for you. With competitive wages, 401k programs, flexible scheduling...
Senior caregiving is an honorable and serious calling that is not without obstacles. Most would agree that the job not only requires a tremendous amount of patience but also a deep and meaningful commitment to the performance of your duties. And yet, despite your...
Many amazing things come with age, including more time to spend with loved ones and experiences that bring joy, wisdom, and skills, as well as an overall happier outlook on life. However, after a certain point, we start to face some new challenges as well. When that...
Senior caregiving is a journey different for each person who embarks upon it. For some, the event begins quite suddenly. Maybe an accident has left an aging loved one unable to care for themselves, or a loved one of any age has suffered an abrupt change in health. For...
In 1996 NOGA created a student scholarship in honor of John Vance. “The scholarship was posthumously named for John (1997-1998) in recognition of his unceasing efforts not only on behalf of older adults, but also in his mentoring of students. He was a kind and gentle...
The current COVID-19 pandemic threatens not only our physical health, but it also has an impact on our emotional and social well-being. This is especially true of the senior members of our families. In an effort to keep older vulnerable members of the family safe,...
Guest Blogger: Liz Thees - Life Coach Like you, Liz had been searching for her life purpose. After many years of studying and self-reflection, she discovered that she was meant to help women find clarity in their life purpose. Liz is a Certified Life Coach with...
The aging process involves many changes in health, lifestyle, and the ability to perform essential self-care tasks. It can be a difficult transition for many seniors, as they fear losing their independence and try to adjust to a new way of life. In many cases, one...
When you’ve decided that your loved one either needs or could benefit greatly from home care, the decision-making process is far from over. Before you decide on a trusted home care service, you’ll need to choose which type of care is best for your situation. Often,...
Now, more than ever, may be a good time to consider in-home health care for your senior loved ones. Though group and nursing homes are doing their best to stem the influx of COVID cases, the more people someone is exposed to, the more at-risk a person is. Sadly, this...
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has forced healthcare workers across the country to adapt their thinking and their approach to healthcare. In-home healthcare is also changing and preparing to step in for patients diagnosed with COVID-19. As Americans adapt to this new...
Growing home care company Arista Home Care Solutions has relocated to 7850 W. Central Ave., Toledo, Ohio 43617 to accommodate growth and offer a wider range of in-home services, including skilled health care. Toledo, OH (July 1, 2020) – Arista Home Care Solutions, a...
While healthcare workers in nursing facilities continue to do everything they can to keep our loved ones safe, many families are now looking at options for in-home care as an extra safety measure for their elders during the COVID-19 pandemic and the new normal that is...
Guest Blogger: Adam Spriggs Adam Spriggs joined Kingston in 2018 as Director of Marketing. Adam is passionate about shining a new light on how senior living communities help residents and their adult children thrive with a little help from exceptional...
As the COVID-19 virus spreads, the need for quality home health care is increasing drastically. More elderly and disabled patients are looking to stay at home avoiding clinics and hospitals where the risk of contracting COVID-19 is greater. As hospitals are filled to...
While the U.S. has surpassed the rest of the world in its number of COVID-19 cases and places like New York, Washington, Louisiana, and California have certainly shared the brunt of the impact thus far, much of the country has not yet experienced the density of cases...
While friends, family, and healthcare professionals are ideal components of any support system, it’s just as important to learn from other caregivers. For that reason, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best books written by caregivers, for caregivers. These unique...
Arista Home Care Solutions recognizes the need for caution during this uncertain time. As a home health provider, it is our duty to continue to serve our patients while keeping our workforce safe. We have always practiced Universal Precautions and will continue to do...
Entering your Golden Years is no longer a daunting prospect. While not long ago, being in a senior living or assisted living facility evoked thoughts of lack of autonomy, however technology and education have made advancements in senior living that have made...
Growing home care company Arista Home Care continues to offer Toledo-area residents home care options. Arista Home Care Solutions has acquired Alpha Home Healthcare to offer a wider range of in-home services, including skilled health care. Toledo, OH – Arista Home...
If your loved one needs more care than you and your family can offer, 24/7 senior home care could be the ideal solution. This level of service offers several benefits to seniors as well as family members. If your family is considering 24/7 senior home care for a loved...
It’s hard for our aging parents to admit they need help, because this could result in a loss of independence. At Arista Home Care, we want to make sure they maintain their dignity and freedom. We respect their independence and encourage as much self-reliance as they...
If you are caring for an elderly loved one or plan to start working as a senior caregiver in the near future, it’s important to know more than just your day-to-day responsibilities and job duties. You should also have some idea of what to expect in terms of the most...
Respite care is temporary care for a loved one in order to provide the regular family caregiver with a brief period away from related responsibilities. This care may occur on a pre-planned basis or as emergencies arise. For example, many caregivers arrange for respite...
For most people, caring for an elderly loved one is a first-time experience, and it’s an experience that everyone has an opinion about – whether they’ve been through it or not. Though the internet can be a great place to find information about time saving tips and...
Aging takes a significant toll on the human body and mind, and eventually most senior citizens will need to rely on others for help. Some may be capable of independent living longer than others while some struggle with degenerative conditions that interfere with daily...
It can be heartbreaking as an adult child to see your parents become elderly and slowly start to lose their cognitive and self-care abilities. The situation becomes even more stressful when your parents don’t recognize these changes in themselves and insist that they...
Bathrooms are generally not safe places and often present a danger to senior citizens. The combination of water and tile or linoleum flooring can leave seniors vulnerable to injuries at home. However, by making some inexpensive additions and modifications to your...
Taking care of an older relative can be difficult. Nobody wants to give up their independence, but there are real safety risks that come with age. Cooking, for example, is already the leading cause of house fires, and the elderly are two and a half times more likely...
What follows is a guest post by Allison Schroeder, a 30-something mother of three who finds herself also caring for her parents. Below she opens up about the challenges that being in the Sandwich Generation brings. When young couples dream of their future selves, the...
The sedentary life of an Ohio winter and early spring can induce a hibernation-like state for even the most active of people. It’s common to avoid the cold temperatures by staying home more, moving less, and spending more time on the couch. These lackadaisical winter...
As loved ones age and require more assistance, the decision between in-home and facility-based care is a common dilemma. With over 90% of seniors preferring to stay in their own homes as long as possible, in-home care is more in demand than ever. However, not all...
If you are dealing with an aging parent, the thought of assisted living might be weighing on your mind. It is a difficult decision and important to consider all alternative types of care available. In-home care allows your parent stay at home and still receive the...
Guest Blogger: Cathy Tippenhauer Cathy is owner of CarePatrol of Northwest Ohio, a Senior Placement organization that helps families find safer care options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, in-home care and nursing homes. Cathy and her...
Guest Blogger: Michelle Sandwisch, APRN, FNP-C Michelle is an Advanced Practice Certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in Ohio. She earned a Master of Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, from Georgetown University and Bachelor of Science, Nursing, from Lourdes...
Guest Blogger: Michelle Sandwisch, APRN, FNP-C Michelle is an Advanced Practice Certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in Ohio. She earned a Master of Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, from Georgetown University and Bachelor of Science, Nursing, from Lourdes...
If you live more than an hour away from an aging loved one, you can’t always provide the help and care they need. When distance acts as a barrier, it can take days or weeks to know if your loved one needs assistance. Many seniors refrain from speaking up about their...
https://www.healthcare.gov/quick-guide/dates-and-deadlines/ Every year a Medicare Open Enrollment Period, correctly referred to as the Annual Election Period, is made available for people who qualify for Medicare benefits. During the 2019 Annual Election Dates, anyone...
I don’t just get paid to “wipe butts…” I kiss your mom on the forehead and say “I love you, good night” every night when I help her to bed. I tell her that I hope she has sweet dreams and that I will be back in the morning to get her up. To her this is comforting,...
What follows is a guest post by Allison Schroeder, a 30-something mother of three who finds herself also caring for her parents. Below she opens up about the challenges that being in the Sandwich Generation brings. Parenting comes with a certain amount of...
Maintaining as much independence as possible for seniors helps them feel self-worth, confidence and purposeful throughout their day. From preparing their own meals to maintaining their finances, taking care of their pets to keeping their home orderly. But some tasks,...
What follows is a guest post by Allison Schroeder, a 30-something mother of three who finds herself also caring for her parents. Below she opens up about the challenges that being in the Sandwich Generation brings. I’ve sat in countless doctors’ appointments with my...
Family caregivers can face a lot of stress when taking care of a loved one full-time. There are many responsibilities and it can be difficult to keep up with their needs as well as one’s personal needs. Caregivers may also struggle to balance their life when they need...
Providing full-time care for a loved one can be exhausting physically, mentally and emotionally. Using respite care, caregiver support resources, and taking time to be a part of a good support group can ease the burden and make you a better caregiver. Whether your...
The saying goes “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” But refilling that cup isn’t always as easy as turning on the tap water. It’s often difficult for a care-GIVER to remember to be a care-TAKER of themselves. Using respite care services for your loved one so that you...
What follows is a guest post by Allison Schroeder, a 30-something mother of three who finds herself also caring for her parents. Below she opens up about the challenges that being in the Sandwich Generation brings. I knew that life would at some point involve...
As parents age and their health declines, children may encounter a change of roles. Instead of the parent taking care of the child, the child becomes the parent. This change may come on gradually as you slowly take on a more active role in their lives. Preparing for...
In recent years, the spotlight has shifted toward a generation of middle aged caregivers who are responsible for supporting both their children and their parents. Due to cultural changes and advances in healthcare, including delayed parenting and increased life spans,...
When distance prevents you from supporting a senior loved one in-person, it is common to have anxiety about what might happen if a sensitive or emergency situation should arise. While you can help manage finances and arrange for local in-home senior care, sometimes...
Caring for a senior loved one day after day can be exhausting and thankless. Getting time to recharge or just to perform necessary errands can make a world of difference, not just in your life, but in the quality of care you are able to provide for your loved one....
It is common for families to become concerned about keeping a loved one at home when considering the cost of non-medical in-home senior care. While most people have heard that the annual cost of long-term care is expected to increase at an alarming rate during the...
While much of today’s society seems to change at a hectic pace, trends involving seniors seem to progress more slowly. The rapid change in lifestyles, however, is catching up to the senior care industry and change will likely continue to accelerate in the coming...
Thanks to advances in medicine, Americans are living longer than ever. It is expected that 10,000 baby boomers will celebrate their 65th birthdays every day from now until 2030. To help serve this growing population, information technology is paving the way. While...
Clayton and Paula would like to introduce our new Office Manager, Wendy Waggoner. Wendy lives in Maumee, Ohio with her son Michael who is a senior at Penta. Wendy was most recently the office manager at Carty Rentals in Bowling Green Ohio, where she managed up to 20...
Spending your final years in a nursing home is commonplace today, and nursing homes are a modern invention. While nursing homes are solid options for many needing full-time medical care, there is a growing trend away from nursing homes and toward solutions that...
It’s hard to imagine the demands on a family member providing full-time care for an elderly loved one, until they are in the position of providing that care themselves. Finding both physical and emotional support is vitally important for you as an adult caregiver and...
You’ve provided for your loved one day-in and day-out for some time. Now you’re looking into hiring someone else to provide respite care, but don’t know where to begin. Choosing an outside respite care provider is a big step that can feel intimidating. Entrusting the...
Finding a gift for elderly loved ones can be a challenge. If you are already providing in home senior care, then you are sure all their day-to-day essentials are being taken care of. That doesn’t mean they don’t deserve something special from you around the holidays....
When the season starts to turn in Ohio and Michigan, outdoor activities become limited. This is especially true for the elderly, who cannot easily navigate snow and ice. Luckily, there are plenty of fun and rewarding activities caregivers can do with loved ones...
Caregiving can impose physical and emotional stresses on the provider. With the holidays on the horizon, caregivers may find it difficult to maintain a busy schedule while providing care. This can lead to burnout, feelings of depression, or grief. Fortunately, there...
Your elderly parents have enough health risks without worrying about harmful germs cultivating right inside the home. As a caregiver, a top priority is the cleanliness of the house. A germ-free home protects elderly loved ones from illnesses and diseases that could be...
Area Office on Aging Northwest Ohio When things began to get difficult for Mom I wasn’t sure where to go for help. Luckily, we have a great resource in the Area Office on Aging. Mom was living alone in a 55+ apartment building for seniors. The only resources were...
I am a 56-year-old wife, mother, friend and daughter. I’ll always be a daughter, her daughter, even though mom is gone. It’s been over 3 years and I miss her every day. I thought it would get easier, but I still reach for the phone to share a story I know she would...
The 7 Greatest Risks When Choosing a Home Care Provider Okay, so it really comes down to one big mistake that leads to this set of risks, and that’s hiring a person “off the street” rather than working with a professional home care company. Would you hire some unknown...
In Home Senior Care Services As they age, our parents may develop trouble doing everyday chores like shopping, cooking, and taking care of their home or themselves. When activities of daily living become too difficult for your loved one to manage, many believe that a...
VIP Total Care You’ve lived a successful life, raised your kids and worked hard to be ready for retirement. You were so successful, in fact, that you have a great home in a great neighborhood or perhaps on a nice piece of acreage. So what’s the problem? Well, now that...
Aging Veterans Can Get Assistance in Their Homes Many people, including veterans and family members caring for veterans, are unaware that the VA (Department of Veteran Affairs) offers a special benefit to qualified war era veterans called Aid and Attendance - the...
Risks When Hiring an In-Home Senior Care Provider Okay, so it really comes down to one big mistake that leads to this set of risks, and that’s hiring a person “off the street” rather than working with a professional in-home senior care company. Would you hire some...
Re-posted with edits from www.agingcare.com The original article was titled How to Choose Home Care for Elderly Parents, by Carolyn Rosenblatt As our population lives longer, the need for in-home care aides is increasing significantly. Most elders, if asked, would say...
(five must-read tips at the end of this article) This article was initially published in the Rotary Club of Maumee News & Views monthly newsletter following a presentation made to the rotary membership by Arista Home Care Solutions owner and Rotarian Paula Birney....
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