With summer coming soon, people will be visiting elderly parents they have not seen in a while. If there is some concern about how the parents are getting along, it will be good to have a plan before you arrive so you can make important observations about their ability to age in place. When you […]
We know that caring for an elderly loved one is rewarding and yet can be exhausting all at the same time. One of the great ways to cope with the stress of being a caregiver for a senior citizen, disabled adult or a child with extensive medical needs is to get outside and exercise. Now […]
It seems somewhat common that as we age our digestive system changes. Considering how complex this system is, it is no surprise! Since digestion begins in the mouth let’s start there. Poor fitting dentures or bad teeth can make it very difficult to eat. This can result in the need for a soft diet. When […]
Many of you reading this blog are probably caregivers for a loved one. When you are a caregiver, it is important to care for yourself also. Part of your self-care could be arranging a caregiver to come into your home to give yourself a break. We would love to assist you with that respite care […]
Let’s talk about how to handle an elderly parent’s resistance to accepting personal assistance. This is an interesting situation the adult child finds often with their aging parent. Really the bottom line is you cannot make a competent adult do anything against their will. But, with some insight into their struggle you may be able […]
Happy Holidays! Do you have an elderly loved one who requires some or even full-time care? Is one of your loved ones their primary caregiver? Who buys their groceries, gets their meds and takes them to the doctor? I have noticed in many families there is one sibling who carries the bulk of the care. […]
Season’s Greetings! I often hear people say they have no idea what to get their elderly loved one for Christmas, or any other special event for that matter. So, I thought it would be fun to give some gift suggestions. Gift card to their grocery and pharmacy. Practical and great for those on a fixed […]
Since November is National Home Care month, let’s celebrate by discussing what home care is and how it can help families in need. A basic definition of home care is “personal care for a client in their home, hospital or facility, or wherever they may call home.” The most common assistance required by aging adults […]
Staying Home After I answered the phone, the caller began telling me her story, which is so very common in our line of work. “Dad wants to stay home as he ages. He has always said the only way he is moving out is feet first. But he has been in the hospital and is […]
When the kidneys can no longer function as they should, dialysis is recommended. Dialysis is the process of removing excess water, toxins and solutes from the blood. Essentially, it does what the kidneys should be doing. Usually, dialysis is done three times a week for several hours each time, though this depends on your […]
As Family Private Care continues to monitor the developing situation with COVID-19, we are adhering to all CDC and WHO guidelines for healthcare professionals. We ask all our clients to have a ready supply of gloves, anti-bacterial hand soap, and sanitizing wipes and sprays. Additionally, we are encouraging our caregivers to have these items with them as well. We would also recommend that all clients & caregivers closely monitor the CDC guidelines, practice social distancing, avoid all travel, and avoid groups over 50 people. Should a client or caregiver exhibit any flu-like symptoms, please contact our office at 678.620.3064 immediately! Thank you for your continued trust in us. Working together, we will all get through this.
1905 Woodstock Road
Building 500, Suite 5200
Roswell, GA 30075
Phone: (678) 620-3064
Fax: (678) 620-3709
402 Office Park Drive
Suite 240
Birmingham, AL 35223
Phone: (205) 870-8855
Fax: (205) 870-8866
Note: Employer directives are only intended for employees of FPC. Our affiliated Caregiver Registries encourage Independent Contractors and clients associated with Caregiver Registries to take all necessary precautions.