Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive, neurological disease that mainly affects movement but can also affect cognition. It may start with mild symptoms, but gradually they escalate and can have a big impact. It can range from confusion to hallucinations (seeing things that are not there) and delusions (believing something is true when it’s not). Many of these symptoms can present themselves for up to ten years before the typical motor symptoms are noticed Caring for a loved one with …

Home Assist Health is thrilled to announce our June Caregiver of the Month, Alex Day. Mr. Day began working with Home Assist Health in 2014 and has been a caregiver for more than 14 years. Mr. Day says that he began his career through the recommendation of his beautiful wife, who always thought that he would be a wonderful caregiver because of his attitude and enjoyment of helping and serving others. Mr. Day says his best advice is to “bring …

As the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance payments are coming to an end in AZ, there are new Return to Work Bonuses available from AZ State DES! A $2,000 bonus is being offered for full-time employees, or those who work 32-40 hours per week and work 320 hours or more during the first 10 weeks of their qualified job. A $1,000 bonus is being offered for part-time employees, or those who work 16-20 hours per week and work 160 hours or …

It can be tough to get the help your family needs. Arizona Self Help is a free and easy way to find out if your family can get help from 40 different health and human services programs. This website provides convenient, one-stop access to: Program list/descriptions Contact information List of items you may need to bring to an eligibility interview Program applications Try this website to find out if your family might qualify for helpful benefits. Arizona Self Help does not ask who you are …

Wednesday, May 12 10 – 10:30 AM Wildfire is a local non-profit organization in Arizona with a powerful movement to end poverty. We are so excited to host Wildfire Executive Director, Cynthia Zwick, to talk about programs that are available to the community that help stop poverty before it starts. During our Facebook live, Ms. Zwick will cover: An overview about WildfireAZ An overview of resources available to our local community in a time of need The recent utility assistance …

Mother’s Day can take on a new meaning for adult children who are the full-time caregiver for their mother. Like any celebration, the pressure of finding the perfect gift or making reservations at her favorite restaurant can contribute to an already stressful role in caregiving. Spending time together and sharing memories is really what Mother’s Day is all about. Here are a few simple, yet meaningful ways to celebrate your mother this Mother’s Day. Make a special meal for mom. …

Every month, Home Assist Health recognizes an outstanding caregiver on our team. This month we would like to recognize Patricia Barazza. It doesn’t matter how long you have been a caregiver. When your heart has a natural calling to caring for the needs of others, it shines bright. Caregivers like Patricia not only make a difference in lives by providing companionship, but they also support the health and wellbeing of the Member.  Patricia noticed that her Member’s medication kit was …

Did you know that exercise is highly recommended for battling depression or anxiety? Once motivated, exercise can make a big difference in how you think and feel. As part of National Mental Health Month, we thought it would be great to share some tips about how to get started and stay motivated with exercise. Regular exercise has many psychological and emotional benefits. It can help you: Gain confidence: Meeting exercise goals or challenges, even small ones, can boost your self-confidence, …

Home Assist Health is excited to announce its participation in the Wellness AtoZ program! Wellness AtoZ is aimed at making Arizona and the Greater Phoenix region known as a destination for healthy talent and a healthy community. The key elements of the program include three main initiatives: PlayWELL: This is an activity challenge where Home Assist Health will encourage you to participate and track your activity. This will be seasonal, with the first challenge being announced very soon. LiveWELL: This …

Tuesday, April 6 10 – 10:30 AM April is Donate Life Month. What does that mean? Nico Santos, Media Relations Specialist at Donor Network of Arizona, will be joining us as our guest host on Facebook Live in April to talk about the importance of organ donation. Mr. Santos will cover: What it means to become an organ donor How easy it is to become an organ donor Types of organ donation Perspectives of organ donation from religious/multicultural standpoint A …