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 […]
In addition to being National Home Care month it is also National Hospice month in November. The word, “hospice” usually brings a sad connotation as none of us wants to think about our loved ones’ end of life. However, sharing from personal experience, hospice can serve a positive and invaluable role in caring for your […]
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 […]
October 2021 Since our beginning in 1997, Family Private Care Services has been through several significant “world events.” Y2K (the beginning of the year 2000), then the terror attacks on 9/11/01 followed by a recession. Then, the Great Recession some years later was a major test for many small businesses. Regulatory changes continue to test […]
What are a few helpful (and unique) websites to learn about COVID-19 specific resources for my loved one? As a Social Worker, I am often asked to provide unique resources to be most helpful for families in their time of need. Regarding COVID-19, these are unprecedented times and multiple resources are newly available. One piece […]
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 […]
Question – My dad has had some critical needs come up with this hospitalization – but, he lives alone and wants to go home. What might your services provide to help my dad in his wish to return home instead of the other options? This is a frequent request to our office and something we […]
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 […]
An endocrinologist diagnoses and treats hormone-related disorders such as diabetes and thyroid disease. Endocrine glands include the thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas, ovaries/testicles, hypothalamus, pituitary glands and adrenal glands. Patients are often referred to endocrinologists because endocrine disorders are complicated. Endocrine disorders often affect different parts of the body and require a comprehensive understanding of how the […]
Some people are surprised to learn that there is a difference between assisted living and independent living. The reason for the confusion is because many senior living facilities now offer both assisted and independent living services in the same building. Some seniors start off living independently and then move to assisted living where they can […]
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.