First in Care Home Health Agency, Inc.

About First In Care

When you call First in Care Home Health Agency, Inc., chances are that one of our owners, John Bresnick or Dawn Riccio, answers the phone so they can personally address your questions and concerns. Their direct involvement in all aspects of the business, from formulating the plan of care to scheduling the caregivers, as well as direct supervision of each case, truly sets our agency apart. This dedication to quality patient care is our hallmark, from 1-hour bath visits to 24/7 comprehensive care.

How to Respond to Aggressive Language and Behaviors From an Aging Parent

We’ve all seen the stereotype of the angry elderly neighbor portrayed in movies and TV shows. But when you’re caring for a senior parent who’s aging in place at home, and their behavioral abuse is directed towards you, it can be upsetting and stressful. Typically brought on by dementia, this “responsive behavior” includes aggressive verbal and occasional physical outbursts as your loved one inappropriately acts out what they’re feeling. As a caregiver, there are several effective ways you can respond to aggressive language and behaviors.

By First In Care|2018-12-15T18:19:04+00:00December 17th, 2018|Categories: Senior Care Advice|Tags: aggression, aggressive behavior, aggressive language, Dementia Care, outbursts, responsive behaviors|

5 Tips to Combat Caregiver Fatigue

Every year, millions of family members serve as caregivers for elderly loved ones who are aging in place at home, usually a parent. But the physical and emotional demands of caregiving can become overwhelming, especially when the senior’s health is in decline. Over time, stress can cause caregiver fatigue, notably if the caregiver has their own household to manage.

By First In Care|2018-12-10T04:13:30+00:00December 10th, 2018|Categories: Caregiver Wellness & Tips|Tags: Assistance, caregiver burnout, caregiver fatigue, Guilt, Support|

Nutrition Tips for Seniors

When serving as a caregiver for a senior loved one with dietary deficiencies, it can be challenging to meet their nutritional needs as they continue aging in place at home. Starting with what a balanced diet looks like, there are several reliable ways to supply a senior with the nutritious foods they need.

By First In Care|2018-12-03T03:55:42+00:00December 3rd, 2018|Categories: Senior Care Advice|Tags: Dietary Tips, nutritional needs, senior nutrition, vitamins|

Proper Medicine Storage – Why So Important?

You’re worried that mom’s not storing and taking her meds properly, and that it could jeopardize her health and wellbeing as she continues aging in place at home. Is careless medicine storage a dangerous problem for seniors? The answer may surprise you.

By First In Care|2018-11-25T01:49:32+00:00November 26th, 2018|Categories: Senior Care Advice|Tags: medication, medication management, medication storage, storing medicine|

5 Tips For Dealing With Remote Caregiver Guilt

Guilt is a common emotion experienced by family caregivers who are providing at least some care for a senior who’s independently aging in place at home, usually their parent. Those feelings tend to intensify when that caregiver lives far away from their elderly loved one, a condition referred to as “remote caregiver guilt”.

By First In Care|2018-11-17T03:21:24+00:00November 19th, 2018|Categories: Caregiver Wellness & Tips|Tags: care, caregiver burnout, Family Caregiver, Guilt, long-distance caregiver|

Do I Need Home Care and Hospice Care? Discussing End-of-Life At-Home Care with Seniors

None of us likes discussing hospice care or end-of-life care issues, but it’s a natural part of the aging process. When caring for a senior family member who’s made it clear they want to remain at home even after being diagnosed with a life expectancy limiting condition like cancer, liver failure or advanced pulmonary disease, it can be emotionally and physically draining to honor their wishes.

By First In Care|2018-11-09T22:27:51+00:00November 12th, 2018|Categories: Hospice & End of Life|Tags: At-Home Care, Durable power-of-attorney, Home Care and Hospice, Hospice, Hospice Care, living will|

What can a Home Care Worker Do for Me?

As seniors get older, it can become more and more challenging to handle daily tasks and to manage living independently in a single-family home. A retirement community, assisted living center or nursing home are always options, of course, but many times seniors want to spend this season late in life in the places they love and doing the things they enjoy most.

By First In Care|2018-11-02T15:01:05+00:00November 5th, 2018|Categories: In-Home Private Care|Tags: Companionship, Home Care and Hospice, Home Care in Bradenton, respite care, senior nutrition, Transportation|

5 Facts You Should Know About Summer and Seniors

Summer is the season to travel and enjoy the great outdoors. But spending time outside is a little more complicated for seniors. They are vulnerable to conditions and reactions that younger adults simply don’t experience. It’s vitally important to help seniors get out of the house and spend time getting some fresh air. But, remember these 5 things before you spend any extended time outside in the hot summer elements with a senior citizen.

By First In Care|2018-10-19T00:49:49+00:00October 22nd, 2018|Categories: Quality of Life|Tags: dehydration, heat stroke, outdoors, Summer Safety, sunburn|

Finding Affordable At-Home Care

Many aging adults are determined to remain in their homes as long as possible. The challenge is this: As adults get older, living independently in a single-family home becomes more and more challenging over time and at-home care may become a necessity.

By First In Care|2018-10-12T03:10:07+00:00October 15th, 2018|Categories: Senior Care Advice|Tags: Bradenton Senior Care, Companionship, Elder Care in Bradenton, Home Care for Elderly, Senior Care|

How to Comfortably Travel With an Aging Adult

Travel with family and friends are great ways to get aging adults out of the house and to help them live full lives, even later in life. But to comfortably travel with an aging adult isn’t as straightforward as loading kids into a minivan and hitting the road. Are you planning to travel with an aging adult loved one? Here are 5 things to keep in mind as you map out your journey.