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…
DetailsSome people find the process of selecting a Home Healthcare Agency to be overwhelming and fraught with emotion. However, that does not necessarily have to be the case. Well-framed inquiries can aid your search for the appropriate organization in Manhattan. It’s essential to make an informed decision when selecting a healthcare provider for a loved…
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…
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David York Agency fully understands that the elderly is most at risk with respect to the coronavirus (Covid-19). As such, we have put comprehensive measures in place to ensure the safety of your loved ones.
To protect our clients:
1 – We have extra in-service training for our home health aides on how to care for patients during this epidemic.
2 – We have instructed our aides not to take clients into crowded places.
3 – We have continued to emphasize the important of good hygiene in the elderly and re-emphasized the critical need for extra hand washing.
4 – We have instructed aides to be on the lookout for signs and symptoms of the virus in their clients.
5 – We have stressed the need to keep the nutrition of the client up at this critical juncture.
6 – We have provided masks, gloves, hand sanitizers, aprons, and faces shields to all aides as needed.
7 – We have told all our aides to be in touch with our office if they notice ANY changes in behavior or condition of the client.
With respect to the aides,
1 – We have stressed the importance of their personal hygiene as well. They also must be meticulous with their own cleanliness including proper hand washing techniques as well as when to wash hands or sanitize.
2 – They have been instructed to take their own temperature at the beginning and end of every shift
3 – We are in constant touch with our aides to inquire about their own signs and symptoms. Just as in our clients, they must be aware of an increased temperature, shortness of breath, sore throat, weakness or fatigue, or a loss or decease of appetite.
4 – If a situation should arise where there is any question at all as to their status with respect to the virus, we will take them off the case and replace them immediately.
Virtual Visits provide secure video-conferencing and reduce the risk of client and staff exposure to COVID-19. We connect with our clients on a smartphone, tablet, or computer to perform wellness checks, answer questions, and share guidance.
David York Agency is up to date on the recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on a constant basis.
