COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. Here are some commonly asked questions. Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe? CDC has developed a new tool, v-safe, which is an additional layer of safety monitoring to increase our ability to rapidly detect any safety issues with COVID-19 vaccines. V-safe is a new smartphone-based, after-vaccination health checker for people who receive COVID-19 vaccines. Why is getting the COVID-19 vaccine important? It’s important for everyone to continue using all the tools available to help stop this pandemic as we learn …

The New Year brings a fresh start. For many people, that means setting new goals. As a caregiver, now is the perfect time to put yourself back on the priority list so you can get the self-care you need and deserve. It’s natural for caregivers to put themselves last, but this subconscious habit can have serious consequences. Studies show that it can cause serious chronic illness and higher rates of early death. Ongoing stress also negatively affects mood, relationships and overall …

With the recent roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine in Maricopa County, we are excited to announce that our direct care workers may qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine as part of the Phase 1A group. What Does Phase 1A Mean? The CDC put out guidelines and prioritization lists for those who should be vaccinated first. As a direct care worker, you are a top priority because of your critical role of keeping our most vulnerable population safe by caring for …

Dear Caregivers and Staff, This year has been defined by historic disruptions that have rattled the world. I once thought that history was something that happened to other people. By living during this period, I realize, we are part of a greater whole of history. And as I reflect on 2020 and welcome 2021, I am grateful to the lessons we’ve learned and perseverance we share: Home is where our health is – Thank you caregivers for helping our members …

Here at Home Assist Health, we have been working tirelessly on behalf of all of our direct care workers (DCWs) to secure higher wages that you all deserve. We are excited to announce that beginning Jan. 1, 2021, the hourly rate for DCWs will increase to $12.35 per hour. This increase is above the State of Arizona’s rate, which is will rise by $.15. As we approach 2021, we are continuing to go to the capital and educate our legislative …

Handwashing: Reinforce and practice best practices for handwashing. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Always wash your hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty. Follow cough, sneeze and distance etiquette: Avoid touching your eyes, nose, …

Did you know that Home Assist Health is a 501c3 non-profit organization? Home Assist Health is excited to be partnering with AmazonSmile, a sister website of Amazon that offers all the same items, prices and benefits. AmazonSmile is supporting local nonprofits by donating .5% of eligible purchases at no expense to you. When you are shopping for holiday gifts this year, consider being part of something bigger! AmazonSmile is very simple to use—all you need is an Amazon account. Click on the designated …

It’s that time of year again where our full-time employees (40+hrs per week) are reviewing their health plan options for the following year. We understand how difficult it can be to navigate the options available. The good news is, we are here to help. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Human Resources team at [email protected].

2020 has been a challenging year for all. We understand that one thing our caregivers miss out on is that social interaction with supervisors and program staff! We want to change that. In honor of Caregiver Appreciation Month, we are going to host weekly virtual COFFEE TALKS on our Facebook page. All you have to do is go to our page each Friday in November at 11 a.m. We will introduce our different program team members each week, encourage you …

Contest Runs from November 1 – 30 As the flu season approaches the U.S., and in Arizona particularly, health experts are warning that our health care systems may become strained while caring for flu patients on top of COVID-19 patients. This means that if someone contracts either of these, it could become extra difficult to provide the necessary resources to care for everyone. This is why it’s more important than ever to get your flu shot this year. As we …