April was Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month So let’s be aware… According to the National Parkinson’s Foundation, Parkinson’s Disease is a slowly progressive, degenerative neurological disease. The disease presents itself in a sufferers body with stiffness and slow reaction times while it manifests the effects as small tremors, falling and sometimes memory challenges. Symptoms occur when […]
Sociologists have proven that staying at home as we age is great for our mental health but what happens when physical limitations make staying home a challenge? Sometimes all that’s needed is a few modifications to give someone the best chance for staying home. As we age, our bodies tend to weaken while our eyesight […]
The African proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child,” may have a new application—senior citizens. In order to remain at home as we age, we often need help and a village could be the thing one needs to make it a reality. The National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC) is often found at […]
Spring is here and the days are warming and getting longer. It is a perfect time to get outside and work on some balance exercises. That may sound simple enough but balance is a critical issue as we age. Many older individuals face medical hardship’s as well as independence challenges if they are injured in […]
According to the government’s Department of Health and Human Services, “almost 70% of people over 65 will need some type of Long Term Care (LTC) services in their lifetime.” The current trend is that the number of individuals needing LTC is growing faster than the availability of paid caregivers or space in long term care facilities. […]
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can bring about many feelings for someone diagnosed and his or her family. The impact on family members can be so dramatic that coping with the reality brings on unconscious denial. It is a normal reaction to facing overwhelming changes in a loved one. Many families presented with a dementia diagnosis […]
Medical advances will give many of us more years, but a longer life expectancy often brings about challenges. Changes happen in our bodies and minds. We may slow down or have problems with tasks we’ve been doing most of our lives. Enter the caregiver. A caregiver assists a person who is unable to perform certain […]
Growing up takes practice. In the early years, our family teaches us plenty to help make it happen. Getting a little older, school becomes the main source of learning, and as adults, we can choose to further our education in many ways, at any time. Growing old takes practice too. At this stage, family members […]
Do you have Adult Children? Imagine this scenario: Your phone rings at midnight. It is the local hospital calling to let you know that your adult child has been admitted to the emergency room. You hurry down to the hospital only to learn that you are not allowed any input or control over your child’s […]
Summer weather draws people outdoors to enjoy sunshine, outdoor activities and occasions that bring family and friends together. Along with these summertime benefits come the mixed blessings of heat. Seniors are particularly vulnerable in hot weather to heat exhaustion and dehydration. By following some common sense tips, seniors can more fully enjoy the good summer […]
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.