It’s not uncommon for Nassau County seniors to experience more health problems as they age. Many of them also find that they have trouble sleeping. Unfortunately, research suggests that poor sleep habits may contribute more than we thought to health issues. Caregivers with the David York Home Healthcare Agency understand how important it is for…
DetailsIt may be difficult to face, but the time may come when having assistance for your elderly loved one at home becomes a must. There may be a sudden illness or injury or it could be a result of the natural process of aging, but when it hits, understanding whether or not it’s finally time…
DetailsFrankly, I am quite sympathetic to the seniors. They have enjoyed a lifetime of independence. They have every right in the world to keep that independence for as long as humanly possible. We must support senior independence in every way we can! It is so important to avoid the common pitfall of infantilizing them in…
DetailsThe holidays are nearly upon us, and this means traveling for many people. While this can be stressful enough when you’re younger, holiday safety is important whether you are traveling to or from Queens with your elderly loved one. Not only are there many different types of viruses out there, but we also need to…
DetailsNovember is National Family Caregivers Month. It is the time we set aside to salute them and appreciate all they do. Furthermore, it is time for caregivers to take stock of what they do and what they could do better to ensure a more fulfilling life for themselves. Caregivers for the elderly and disabled are…
DetailsCaregiving is an inarguably stressful career. Spending most of your time and energy dedicated to someone else’s wellbeing is noble, but it’s not always easy. So, shake off the stress of caregiving in Brooklyn Heights and give yourself the gift of these simple, mindful spiritual practices to soothe caregiver stress. Stress tends to build, unnoticed, so…
DetailsEach year, the third week of October is set aside to celebrate National Healthcare Quality Week. David York Agency salutes the high quality healthcare workers across the country, especially the wonderful home health aides in our employ. All our policies are aimed at providing the highest quality and safest care for our clients. Additionally, we…
DetailsMany people confuse sudden cardiac arrest (SAC) with a heart attack, but it is not. I wrote an informative piece on our blog about this, SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST VS. HEART ATTACK: THEY ARE NOT THE SAME. Feel free to check it out. The main thing is to be: proactive regarding preventive measures, vigilant regarding any early warning signs, and …
DetailsSCROLL DOWN TO YOUTUBE VIDEO LINK When confronted with a case of Sudden Cardiac Arrest, it is critical to act fast. The very first thing you need to do is dial 911. While you are waiting for the paramedics to arrive, you can do some Hands-Only CPR Compressions to jump start the process. Every moment…
DetailsSudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) may sound like the same thing as a heart attack, but the only similarity between them is that they both affect the heart. A heart attack is caused by a blockage in the blood flow to the heart. SCA, on the other hand, affects the electrical impulses that cause the heart…
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