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With over half of the entire U.S. adult population potentially exposed from the Equifax Breach Crisis, we have a few tips for seniors, family and friends on financial abuse. Learn about warning signs, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim of fraud.
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"The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice."
- Brian Herbert
Take a sneak peak of the newest commercial we are producing in coordination with WBOC, PRMC and Nanticoke Health Services.
Coming soon!
Be a specialist in a health care career that is richly rewarding, makes a difference, provides opportunity and offers security.
Peninsula Home Care in Ocean Pines is looking to hire a Clinical Manager/Care Coordination.
To learn more about the position's qualifications, special requirements and to apply please go to bit.ly/2vKJt7Y
Imagine working in an environment where you can be creative, celebrate success and never stop learning.
That’s exactly what our speech therapists do! Each patient is never exactly like the one before - Peninsula Home Care speech therapists get to use their creative juices to keep therapy interesting, motivating and beneficial.
Peninsula Home Care in Salisbury and Ocean Pines, Maryland and Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware are looking to hire Speech Therapists for all three offices.
To learn more about the position's qualifications, special requirements and to apply please go to: bit.ly/2vKpExn
When it’s flu season, we talk a lot about influenza, getting vaccinated, prevention and treatment. But some illnesses don’t necessarily have a season which means we are vulnerable to them all year long. Pneumonia is one of those illnesses. Take a look at our most recent Delmarva Life interview and learn about who is more at risk for getting pneumonia.
Don't forget to tune in to WBOC in 15 minutes to hear Beverly White speak about treatments for pneumonia and COPD. There will be lot's of useful information shared that you won't want to miss out on!
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke Branch Director, Beverly White, will be appearing on Delmarva Life today at 5 pm to discuss the connections between COPD and pneumonia! Tune into WBOC as she discusses the misconceptions surrounding the treatment for both.
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke welcomes Teresa Deshields to the team!
Teresa joins the PCHN Seaford office as a CNA, bringing with her thirty years of experience. She enjoys her role in assisting her patients with their dialing living needs.
“My favorite part of working in home care is making sure my clients are well cared for and that they feel happy and respected,” said Teresa. “It’s always nice when I know they want me to come back to visit.”
Patient care is our priority and our patients know it!
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke has ranked in the top 20% out of more than 2,200 health care providers - nationwide!
PHCN is proud to receive the “Superior Performance Award” through SHPBest™, a nationwide benchmark program that recognizes organizations that make patient satisfaction a priority every year. bit.ly/2xpqMH1
Many people know when flu season is right around the corner and take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families against the virus.
For other serious illnesses that don’t really have a “season,” like pneumonia - it’s never too soon to take action.
Take a look at our blog post for more information on pneumonia, who is at higher risk and what steps you can take to prevent, detect and treat the illness. bit.ly/2uPNawo
Congratulations to Sue Lankford and Dan the man, her loyal companion, for acing our hydration quiz! Follow their footsteps by taking our quiz to see what you know about hydration and win a free Peninsula Home Care water bottle. plbz.it/2uo0i6Y
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke congratulates Nanticoke Health Services for being nationally recognized for both Safety and Patient Experience. What an honor to be a Preferred Provider for one of the 3% of hospitals nationally to receive both awards!
Congratulations to our winner Davina Strand for getting a perfect score on our hydration quiz! Now she can use her new water bottle to quench her thirst and stay healthy.
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke welcomes Valerie Roth to the team!
Valerie, who has 24 years of experience in healthcare, joins the Seaford, Del. office as a Clinical Manager Process Improvement (CMPI). Her experience is broad and deep, having worked previously in nursing homes, physical therapy rehab facilities and the Department of Corrections.
“My favorite part of working in home care is knowing that I can be a part of a team that gives people the opportunity to stay in their homes with their family as their health improves,” she says. Read more about Valerie here: bit.ly/2u64lbi
Congratulations to our winner Lisa Johnson on acing our hydration quiz! Your Peninsula Home Care water bottle is being shipped to you today!
Test your knowledge on how to deal with the soaring summer temps by clicking the link below for a chance to win a Peninsula Home Care water bottle filled with tips to beat the heat this summer!
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Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke (PHCN) welcomes Lauren Allaband to the team.
Lauren joins the PCHN Seaford Office is an LPN, bringing with her eight years of experience to our patients in the Seaford, Delaware area. She is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to patients in the comfort of their own home. Her previous employment includes urgent/primary care, women’s health care and private duty nursing home care.
Lauren states, “Providing care to patients in the comfort of their own home and being able to provide the care to make that possible are my favorite parts of working in home care."
Many seniors don't realize when they are in the midst of experiencing heat exhaustion or even heat stroke due to the side effects of certain medications. Watch this segment for information on how you can beat the heat during these hot summer months.
Take a quiz to see how much you know about staying hydrated and WIN a water bottle. You must like Peninsula Home Care page, share your result and send us a direct message to claim your prize. Let's play!
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Take our hydration quiz to see if you are giving your body the nourishment it needs this summer.
There's no place like home - AARP reports 87% of seniors say they want to age in place. Peninsula Home Care's alliance with Community Health Workers, programs like the Otago fall prevention program and award winning home care can help seniors meet this goal. Good news for seniors, if not (according to this article in the Baltimore Sun) for home inventories.
Trends among seniors contributing to historically low for-sale housing inventory
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Trends among seniors contributing to historically low for-sale housing inventory
Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall. The Otago strength and balance program has proven that many of these falls can be prevented.
As the first home care agency on the Eastern Shore to offer the program, Peninsula Home Care is excited to share the success story of how the Otago helped one local woman transition from a walker and cane to walking independently on her own, and with her trusty companion Hunter!
Read the full story: bit.ly/2u64lbi
Looking for a place to cool down today? Check out the Cooling Centers that are open to the public on Delmarva.
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SALISBURY, Md. - A cooling center will be open at the Wicomico County Civic Center on Thursday, July 13 and Friday, July 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.The Civic Center is located at 500 Glen Avenue i
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke welcomes Ashlee Hitchens to the team.
Ashlee joined the PCHN Seaford Office as an RN Case Manager. She brings sixteen years of experience in the medical field; seven years as an RN. Hichens is responsible for patient case management and care.
“I enjoy having the opportunity to make a difference in patients’ lives, in a time when they need it the most, while helping to make their life more manageable”, said Ashlee.
If you or someone you love uses a portable oxygen concentrator and plans to travel by plane this summer, the airline needs to know in advance. This article provides a great FAQ and a list of requirements by airline, with links to information and forms. (And, thanks to the folks Precision Medical, Inc. for the post!)
Can You Fly with Portable Oxygen? | Precision Medical
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Yes, you can fly with certain portable oxygen concentrators, including your EasyPulse from Precision Medical. Find out what's needed to fly with oxygen.
The heat may prevent your senior loved ones from enjoying the family BBQ but that doesn't mean they have to miss out on the delicious ( & healthy) warm weather foods.
Here are a few that will make their mouth water and give them a taste of summer!
We had a great time shooting a segment with WBOC's Lisa Bryant that will be airing on Delmarva Life later this month. Stay tuned! You won't want to miss it You'll get some great tips for beating the heat this summer.
If you are a senior or are caring for one, the story will help you understand why many elderly people may not even know they are overheated or dehydrated. Coming soon!
Really nice article about Norman Fortt in the recent African American Pride Magazines.
Don't forget to drink plenty of water this summer! Peninsula Home Care and Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke have teamed up with PRMC and Nanticoke Health Services to provide water bottles with "Beat the Heat" tips inside to help community members keep their cool this summer.
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke is proud to be the preferred home care provider for Nanticoke Health Services. We are thrilled to be working in partnership with Nanticoke to better serve and care for our community.
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Long-term Partners Deepen Their Relationship to Further Ease Patient Transitions SEAFORD, DE – Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke (PHCN) and Nanticoke Health Services are expanding their relationship in order to provide patients with an easier transition when it’s time to head home from the hospital.…
Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke congratulates Citadel Vital for earning her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Montana. We are so proud of you and thrilled to have you as part of our team!
"I never smoked a cigarette in my life, I never drank liquor in my life, and I had one husband for 43 years," says Ruth Benjamin. "And I love bacon!"
This 109-Year-Old Woman Says Eating Bacon Is the Key to Long Life
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Cheers to living forever.
Home Care explained in plain English.
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Home care (also referred to as domiciliary care, social care, or in-home care) is supportive care provided in the home.
Use the letters in "fast" to spot stroke signs and call 911.
FAST:
F = Face Drooping
A = Arm Weakness
S = Speech Difficulty
T= Time to call 911
Stroke Warning Signs and Symptoms
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Learn the stroke warning signs and symptoms today. Time lost is brain lost.
Nurse Case Managers: A rewarding career working in home care with Peninsula Home Care is waiting for you.
Registered Nurse Case Manager: (RN Case Manager) - Peninsula Home Care
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Plan, organize and implement skilled nursing services within the confines of state licensing law to individuals, families and groups in accordance with agency policies, procedures, processes and agency code of ethics.
Obtaining even a basic level of professional home health care services can often tip the scales from an unmanageable back to a manageable load.
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A caregiver is anyone who provides assistance to those in need of care. Is this you? Whether physical, psychological or emotional, caregiving can be exhausting.
“Heart failure” refers to when a person’s heart pumps weaker than
normal. When this happens, blood circulates more slowly while the
heart rate increases. This can lead to the weakening of the heart’s walls.
For some, the body’s kidneys may cause the body to retain fluid and salt. When this fluid builds up in a person’s arms, legs, lungs or other
organs, it is known as congestive heart failure.
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Learn how to manage your chronic disease for a better quality of life.
We have a great career opportunity for a Physical Therapist to work in the Salisbury, MD area.
Physical Therapist: (PT) - Peninsula Home Care
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Plan, organize and implement physical therapy services within the confines of state licensing law to individuals, families and groups in accordance with agency policies, procedures, processes and agency code of ethics.
With the sun shining and temperature rising, summer has arrived. Heat-related illnesses such as heat rash, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are quite common this time of year.
For the third consecutive year, we're giving away water bottles with six steps to beat the heat tips.
More info here: www.peninsulahomecare.com/press/peninsula-home-care-helps-seniors-beat-the-heat-to-prevent-heat-r...
PLEASE SHARE: Remembering six simple steps can help avert or alleviate heat-related illnesses and issues for senior citizens.
Peninsula Home Care Helps Seniors Beat the Heat to Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses
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With the sun shining and temperature rising, summer has arrived. Heat related illnesses such as heat rash, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are quite common this time of year.
Megan Keglovits - Seaford Branch
Megan first joined the PHC team as an occupational therapist in 2004 per diem, went full time in 2005, left to work in a skilled nursing facility, returned in 2012 and has been with the company since. She brings 17 years of experience to her position and enjoys being able to provide occupational therapy services to people in their most important environment- home.
At Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke Megan assist clients in maximizing their independence in the necessary activities to safely remain at home.
“I have the opportunity to service some amazing people that have shared memories and local history with me,” said Megan. “Being able to have someone pleased with themselves and the progress they have made makes me love what I do.”
Megan received a Bachelor’s of Science in Health Science and Masters of Occupational Therapy from University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. She was Physical Medicine Employee of the Year in 2001 at Alexandria Hospital. Megan has lived in Seaford Delaware for the last 15 years.
Even though walking the dog can have lifesaving health benefits for owners and pets, a surprisingly large number of dog owners rarely, if ever, walk or otherwise exercise their dogs, research shows.
Better Health Through the ‘Lassie Effect’
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People’s health improves when regularly exercising their dog. So why don’t more people walk their pets more often?
Deep diagonal creases in the ear are known as Frank's sign.
Earlobe Crease May Signal Increased Risk of Stroke - AARP
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Referred to as Frank's sign, a diagonal shape of your earlobe crease may signal cardiovascular problems and an increased risk of stroke.
We have a career opportunity for a Speech Therapist. Your job will afford you the opportunity of rewarding and meaningful work every day by helping clients manage their activities of daily living. Apply now!
Speech Therapist - Peninsula Home Care
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Plan, organize, and implement Speech Language Services within the confines of state licensing law to individuals, families and groups in accordance with agency policies, procedures and agency code of ethics. This will be done in a manner consistent with efficiency, cost effectiveness and regulatory ...
June is Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Month. Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disorder that affects voluntary muscles.
Common symptoms can include a drooping eyelid, blurred or double vision, slurred speech, difficulty chewing and swallowing, weakness in the arms and legs, chronic muscle fatigue and difficulty breathing.
Myasthenia Gravis: Frequently Asked Questions
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The Mission of the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America is to facilitate the timely diagnosis and optimal care of individuals affected by myasthenia gravis and closely related disorders and to improve their lives through programs of patient services, public information, medical research, professi...
Peninsula Home Care serves Sussex County, Delaware and Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset Counties in Maryland In-home services are available 24 hours/day.
About Us - Peninsula Home Care - Going Above and Beyond for You!
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Peninsula Home Care has been providing award winning care to patients on the Lower Shore of Delmarva since 1985.
Caretakers need to take care of themselves, too!
Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: 5 Ways to Find Respite
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Trying to wear multiple hats as a caregiver can impact your health as well as the quality of care you provide. Learn how to find a respite and avoid burnout.
Friends become increasingly important to health and happiness as people age, according to new research in the journal Personal Relationships.
Why Friends May Be More Important Than Family
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It may be because we enjoy spending time with them more.
If you eat right, exercise and stay trim, you have a shot at offsetting age-related blood vessel degeneration, according to a study of more than 3,000 adults.
Can a Senior Have the Arteries of a 20-Year-Old?
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It's possible, but hard work in today's 'Western' culture, study finds
