In Home Caregivers for Patients with Hypertension in Northern New Jersey

Caregivers for Patients with Hypertension

Improving quality of life for seniors and elderly adults with hypertension throughout Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Somerset and Union Counties in New Jersey.

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious condition that can lead to a fatal outcome if not treated. Hypertension can be a silent disease, but if left uncontrolled put you at increased risk for heart attack and stroke. Warning signs can include headaches, shortness of breath and nosebleeds. About 1 out of 3 adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure. Unfortunately, only 54% have their hypertension out of control. Luckily, it is easy to detect by measuring your blood pressure during a routine doctor visit and treat with medication.

home health nurse taking blood pressure of senior at home

High blood pressure is also associated and present with other conditions. Hypertension could also be caused by underlying conditions such as:

Obstructive sleep apnea
Kidney problems
Adrenal gland tumors
Thyroid problems
Certain defects you’re born with (congenital) in blood vessels
Certain medications, such as birth control pills, cold remedies, decongestants, over-the-counter pain relievers and some prescription drugs
Illegal drugs, such as cocaine and amphetamines

Risk factors for high blood pressure include:

Medical history – Past history of high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, disease, diabetes and sleep apnea.
Age – the risk increases as you age.
Race – more common among people of African heritage who are higher risk for complications often developing at an earlier age than it does in whites.
Family history -tends to run in families.
Overweight or obese -extra weight puts more pressure on blood circulation and pressure.
Sedentary lifestyle- inactivity leads to higher heart rates and more pressure on the heart’s pumping action.
Tobacco use – chemicals emitted by smoking or chewing tobacco can damage the lining of your artery walls narrowing them and increasing your risk of heart disease.
Salt (sodium) in your diet -too much sodium can cause your body to retain fluid increasing blood pressure.
Potassium in your diet –too much potassium in your diet throws off the sodium in your body.
Too much alcohol -heavy drinking can damage your heart.
Stress – can lead to a temporary increase in blood pressure.
Pregnancy

The longer you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, the higher your chances of complications. Also, those of African heritage seem to be at a higher risk of serious outcomes.

Complications include:

Heart attack or stroke
Aneurysm
Heart failure
Weakened and narrowed blood vessels in your kidneys
Thickened, narrowed or torn blood vessels in the eyes
Metabolic syndrome disorders
Trouble with memory or understanding
Dementia

There are many medications to treat high blood pressure, but there are lifestyle factors that can help the situation. A healthy adult below age 65 should set a goal of less than 130/80 for blood pressure.

They include:

Eating a heart-healthy diet with less salt
Getting regular physical activity
Maintaining a healthy weight or losing weight if you’re overweight or obese
Limiting the amount of alcohol you drink
Healthy lifestyle in terms of diet, good nutrition, weight and regular exercise

In-Home Caregivers for Individuals with Hypertension

More and more hypertensive patients are opting for care in the comfortable surroundings of their home. This is especially the case for the elderly who are often too frail to be moved successfully. David York Agency in-home care providers are able to focus specifically on providing care to the patient with hypertension. They are monitored by a specially-trained team of doctors, nurses and other specialists who understand how to treat these specific symptoms and improve the quality of life.

When home healthcare becomes necessary, David York Agency provides skilled home health aide services for the elderly and infirm in their home. A nurse is always available and would be happy to discuss your case with you.

No matter what level of service you need, we’re available twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week. Sometimes the cost of the services can be covered by private medical insurance or Medicare depending on the physician’s orders. Often long term care insurance will pay for a home health aide when the patient is unable to perform activities of daily living.

In-Home Assistance for Seniors with High Blood Pressure

We provide our home care, senior care, dementia care and specialized in-home care services throughout the northern New Jersey counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Somerset and Union, including the towns of Franklin Lakes, Paramus, Ridgewood, Livingston, Verona, Secaucus, Morristown, Berkeley Heights, Cranford and Springfield. For a complete list of areas where we provide in-home care and support services for seniors, elderly adults and people of all ages, please visit our Service Areas page.

Complimentary Care Needs Evaluation

Making the decision about in-home care for a loved one is never easy, but finding the right answers can help you feel more comfortable with the options available and confident in your final decision. That’s why David York Home Healthcare Agency provides prospective clients and their families with a complimentary, no obligation in home care needs assessment.

In our meeting, we will thoroughly discuss your care needs and work with you or your loved one to determine how best to meet your requirements. After evaluating your home care goals we will have a better understanding of your loved ones physical, emotional and cognitive needs and will work with you to create a personalized plan of care.

FREE CARE NEEDS EVALUATION

At David York Home Healthcare Agency, extraordinary service is what sets us apart from other companies who provide in-home care services. Whatever your care needs, we are there for you, always striving to exceed your expectations.

“As you may know, I like to keep you abreast of any opportunities to find a good, caring and responsible home health aide. Recently, a congregant needed a daily person for 3 weeks. When I went to visit, she raved about the care she was getting from this service. It is: David York Agency in Brooklyn. Ask for Anita Kamiel. 718-376-7755. ”

L BHolliswood, N.Y.

“To Marty, Pam, Natalie and the amazing aides that work for David York Agency – I would like to express appreciation to all of you for the care you gave my mom (and to me as the primary caregiver). You have all been so professional and kind. There were so many annoying and aggravating situations that came up and throughout you all stayed calm and supportive. I am sure I will not get the same attention and support anywhere else. Continue your excellent work!! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. ”

C WBrooklyn, N.Y.

“I am glad I called your agency and thankful that you chose both excellent aides to assist me.”

M KNew York, N.Y.

“This is a letter thanking you for providing wonderful services for my mother. Both D.B. (aide) and C.B. (aide) did a wonderful job in the time they took care of my mother.”

J TStaten Island, N.Y.

“I am grateful to you for sending 2 wonderful people to take care of my mother. I would give M. (aide) and G. (aide) the highest of recommendations. In fact, I have given the name of your agency to 2 different parties who are in need of help in caring for an older person. It was my pleasure dealing with such an understanding individual at your agency.”

G ICedarhurst, N.Y.

“Thank you for everything. You were very helpful in getting us reliable, friendly assistance. My family and I thank you deeply.”

M K FStaten Island, N.Y.

“My family and I wish to express our appreciation to your agency for the courteous and efficient manner in which assistance was given. We particularly would like to single out H.G. (aide) for the extraordinary care she provided. Not only did she attend to my mother’s physical needs in an excellent manner (hygiene, meals, etc.), but she gave her loving attention during a very difficult period. She is a warm, caring, highly intelligent woman and a fine credit to your agency.”

H CRockaway Park, N.Y.

“I just wish to express how pleased we all have been with the service you have provided.” –

E TWest Hempstead, N.Y.

“I am writing to commend your employee, B.S. (aide), for the excellent care she gave my mother. I must admit I had misgiving about allowing a total stranger to live in our home, but I had no choice. Mother was no longer able to care for herself and it was impossible for me to stay at home 24 hours a day to care for her. So a “live-in” was the only answer. B.S. was clearly the best thing that happened in a very sad, trying situation. She was a great comfort, and I hope to be able to keep up with her as a personal friend from now on. She is superb and definitely ‘one of a kind’.”

N BQueens Village, N.Y.

“We are all very satisfied and pleased with the aides you have sent to us. I don’t hesitate in recommending people to you. Thank you.”

M KStaten Island, N.Y.

“Thank you very much for your help and quick response to our needs.”

A J TBrooklyn Heights, N.Y.

“Anita, Thank you so much for your support and advice. We still talk about the extraordinary professionals that we dealt with during my mom’s time with us and you were of tremendous help. I know that others must appreciate you as well.”

T C HPark Slope Brooklyn, N.Y.