What are the signs of a heart attack? Danielle Haynie, Director of Nursing at Assisting Hands Home Care of Potomac shares the signs of when to suspect you’re having a heart attack. View this video on our YouTube page. The signs of a heart attack include: Pain in the chest, neck, back or arms Fatigue Light headedness Abnormal heartbeat or…
U.S. Census figures show that fewer older adults are choosing to receive care in a nursing home. Yet the projections also show major growth in the number of seniors who are living with chronic illness. It is clear that our population is aging, and providing quality care for our nation’s older adults is already beginning to challenge our healthcare resources….
Assisting Hands of Potomac Home Care is one of the top providers of residential home care in Reston, Vienna and Northern Fairfax County, VA. In this article, we discuss a variety of choices and financial resources to help you finance the home care you or a loved one may need. Advance planning can make a big difference in what you…
Assisting Hands helps mom with personalized in-home care and I have the peace of mind that she can stay home, where she wants to be. Assisting Hands Home Care provides elder care services and senior in-home care services for families across the country. For a free consultation, and also receive four free hours with your first week of service, call…
A little late perhaps? You would think so, since Francis Agyin was chosen as our Caregiver Of The Year for 2019. But the truth is, the photos had to wait! Covid prevented us from going into the home of the client or from having Francis come into our office – so finally now, we get to celebrate with Francis! Francis…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, families need to protect their loved ones while also following stay-at-home and social distancing directives. However, for many, staying at home without care is anything but safe. Many families in Reston, VA, and throughout Northern Fairfax County as well as Montgomery County, MD are thinking about in-home care or in-home support as a safe and secure…
When you think of “elder care”, does your mind immediately think about nursing home care? There’s so much more to elder care and what is encompasses. The article below from AgeInPlace.com explains “elder care.” Assisting Hands provides professional in-home health care services allowing seniors to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. Our services include light housekeeping, grocery shopping,…
If you’ve made the decision to hire a caregiver for a loved one, you probably have a long list of questions. One of your questions might be whether to hire an independent caregiver or use a home care agency. It’s helpful to have a clear understanding of the differences between the two in order to make the right decision for…