During this crisis, take the time to see how telehealth can help you. Dermatologists, physical therapists, and other medical professionals have began offering services this way. Any services that can provide seniors and patients with critical medical services while allowing them to stay home and safe is vital to us tackling Covid19 There are some hurdles that are needed to overcome such as States including Massachusetts and Florida have also expanded telehealth coverage amid the COVID-19 crisis to make it easier for doctors and patients to connect online and to ensure that physicians get paid ..read more

Elder Care Homecare is taking the threats posed by COVID 19 very seriously. Westchester County’s outbreak has many people concerned. We have taken significant precautions for our clients but recommend all families and family members enforce proper protocols as well. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that older adults and people with serious chronic medical conditions are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. There are 5 ways we at Elder Care Homecare are handling the current crisis. Our team participates in calls with New York State and City Departments of Health an ..read more

Elder Care Home care is proud to accept the “Best of Home Care 2020 Award” for our second year in a row. It is an honor to help and service our community and work to improve the lives of our clients each and every day ..read more

Labor Day is the final hurrah of summer. It is easy to find activities and family fun at the end of summer, but what should seniors do when the weather starts changing? As fall season takes over and temperatures decreases, here is Elder Care Homecare’s recommendations. 1) Don’t listen to everyone that Labor Day means the end of outdoor activities. Seniors should try to squeeze in a few more barbecues and cookouts! 2) Take a small trip to a lake or beach if possible. We have months until these freeze over and sometimes leaves changing and sitting by the water is actually the most beautiful ti ..read more

Cinco De Mayo is always one of the most fun spring events. It is a great excuse for seniors to get festive with their family and friends.Families and friends should take out their sombreros, shake the maracas and try to have some fun. If you live in a senior community, enjoy the activities, food and participate in creating some of the decorations. If you are hosting friends or family at your house, you can decorate your house and begin cooking for the event.Cooking is often correlated as a therapeutic activity for seniors. You can buy the ingredients for tacos and allow family and friends to ..read more

Spring has finally arrived.Elder Care Homecare recommends 3 easy activities to get you or your family members up and out of the house. Seniors should stay active. Especially if they have home care, their aides or caregivers should encourage seniors to get up and out of the house.These activities can have a significant effect physically and emotionally.1) Look up the Senior Centers in your community. Many hold picnics, outdoor events, outdoor book clubs, festivals and fairs. Some even include yoga, tai chi and other activities that are great for physical exercise flexibility and mental health.2 ..read more