Kidney Health

Life-Sustaining Role of the Kidneys

The kidneys are two, kidney-bean shaped organs located in your lower back just below your lungs. They function as the “street sweepers” of the body. They filter your blood, remove waste and toxins, and essentially turn the by-product into urine. This key organ is also responsible for producing healthy hormones that your body needs to survive.

Dis-eased Kidneys

As we age, kidney function decreases due to a myriad of reasons. The most common reason for kidney failure is a build-up of waste products that your body can no longer effectively flush out of your system. This increase of toxins causes symptoms such as, weakness, shortness of breath, fatigue, and confusion.

If these symptoms are ignored the condition usually worsens until it become kidney disease. This can lead to the kidney’s inability to remove potassium from the bloodstream, which can cause abnormal heart rhythms and even result in sudden death.

Kidney Disease

Kidney disease occurs when the organ can no longer remove waste, toxins, and extra water from the body. Kidney disease is most often caused by diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or a family history or the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 20 million Americans have kidney disease, and many more are at risk.

What Can YOU Do?

Three factors can help keep your kidneys in tip-top shape:

1. Daily cardiovascular exercise, like the recommended “10,000 steps-a-day”
2. A healthy, well-rounded diet full of “live foods”, such as raw fruits and vegetables
3. Regular check-ups with your physician who may recommend additional changes to your diet or lifestyle

How We Can Help

A-1 Home Care is a non-medical home care agency that provides a variety of in-home care services. If you or a loved one is suffering from kidney disease, we can help provide specialized care and relief from the comfort of your own home. We serve the OC communities of Anaheim Hills, Santa Ana, Tustin, Irvine, Garden Grove, Villa Park, Brea, Fullerton, Yorba Linda, Diamond Bar, La Habra, Los Alamitos, Newport Beach, and others in Orange County.

Contact us today at (714) 523 4010, or visit www.a-1domestic.com for more info. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter!

Care at Home for Seniors & Elderly in Palos Verdes

Driving is one of our great freedom we have living in this country.  Millions of cars are on the road, yet our population is getting older.  Many seniors and elderly folks are driving until well into their 70’s and 80’s, yet driving is known to be a challenge to elderly people because it encompasses physical ability as well as safety issues.  Not only do age hinders the driving ability, diseases such as Parkinson’s can also affect on your independence.  Depending on the condition of the elderly, there may still be a few years of driving left in the individual.  However, if the reaction of the patient is severely affected, it might be necessary to take the keys away from your loved ones. A good gauge of whether driving is still safe is from the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which is “If a loved one were my passenger, would I be risking that person’s safety because of my Parkinson’s disease?”

A-1 Home Care in Palos Verdes is licensed, bonded, and insured, and all our caregivers are certified in CPR and First Aid for your peace of mind when using our service.  We are also rated A+ from the Better Business Bureau, so our quality of service is assured.  We offer personalized care such as Parkinson Care, Alzheimer Care, Arthritis Care, After Surgery Care, Incontinence Care, Post Stroke Care, Special Needs Care, Cancer Care, and other in home cares for elderly and seniors. We cover many areas in Los Angeles and Orange County, including Torrance, Redondo Beach, San Pedro, Long Beach, El Segundo, and many more cities.

Call 310-366-7964 for free in home assessment, or visit www.palosverdeelderlycare.com for additional information.

Understanding Arthritis

Arthritis is a common condition among elderly and seniors, though it can also happen to children. There are over 100 types of arthritis with common types such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. The causes of arthritis depends on the type of arthritis. The general deterioration of joints and cartilages is usually diagnosed as osteoarthritis  Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by the the inflammation of joints which can also affect other organs. Another type of arthritis is infectious arthritis which is caused by an infection of bacteria or viruses. The symptoms of arthritis include joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Keep in mind, it is normal for joints to feel sore after a long day of activities, but if you’re experiencing pain and stiffness after waking up, it could be arthritis. Consult your doctor if you believe you’re presenting symptoms of arthritis. Learn more about arthritis from PubMed.

A-1 Home Care in Palos Verdes provides quality home care services including arthritis care for seniors and elderly. Arthritis care is also available  in San Pedro, Torrance, Rolling Hills and other cities in the South Bay area  and Los Angeles County.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to receive quality arthritis care in Palos Verdes

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Cancer Care & Caregiver Services Palos Verdes

 

 

When an elderly has been diagnosed with cancer, doctors tend to take a different approach to treat the elderly. Elderly or seniors with cancer are treated differently than younger patients due to their immune systems and their body’s ability to handle the therapy that comes the fight against cancer. The Cancer Network has a detailed article titled, “How Should We Care for Elderly Cancer Patients“, which discusses in depth the different approaches toward cancer care for the elderly. When your loved one is suffering, you want to do everything you can to help them. Here’s where A-1 Home Care in Palos Verdes comes in. We can provide great in home Cancer Care & Caregiver Services tailored to your home care needs. Cancer care & caregiver services in Palos Verdes are designed to fit your schedule, needs, and requirements. If you’re just looking for a few hours of assistance while you’re at work we offer hourly basis cancer care services. For the elderly living on their own or requiring constant care, we work with live in caregivers who can provide constant care for your loved one. All of our cancer care caregivers are carefully selected through a screening process of face to face interviews and various checks including background checks and sex offender checks. Contact us today and we will assess your cancer care requirements and find the right caregiver for you.

Cancer Care from A-1 Home Care is also available  in Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Torrance, Rolling Hills and other city in the South Bay area  and Los Angeles County.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to receive quality cancer care in Palos Verdes

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Palos Verdes Senior Care Services

There are different types of care when it comes to senior care. There are long term care, short term care, in home care, and at facility care. NIHSeniorHealth explains long term care in their website http://nihseniorhealth.gov/longtermcare/whatislongtermcare/01.html. A-1 Home Care offers quality in home senior care services in Palos Verdes. Senior care services in Palos Verdes is a great way to provide care for seniors. Reviving care, whether it is short term care or long term care in one’s own home has proved to have positive effects on the patient. Senior care from A-1 Home Care promises quality and personalized care.

Senior Care from A-1 Home Care is also available  in Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Torrance, Rolling Hills and other city in the South Bay area  and Los Angeles County.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to receive quality senior care in Palos Verdes

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Homecare Palos Verdes CA

Studies show that when a senior or elderly individual loses their independence, their mental acuity and physical health declines. A-1 Home Care provides homecare services that have many positive effects on the health and well being of your loved one.  Having an expert and compassionate Caregiver, or Home Care Giver providing customized plan of homecare based on their individual needs helps improve their quality of life and gives you peace of mind. A-1 Home Care has Homecare in Palos Verdes, Lomita, San Pedro, Carson, Torrance, Rolling Hills or other city in the South Bay area  and Los Angeles County.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to receive quality homecare services

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Palos Verdes Home Care

Home care is becoming an increasingly popular option for seniors living in  Palos Verdes, Lomita, San Pedro, Carson, Torrance, Rolling Hills or other city in the South Bay area  and Los Angeles County.  No longer do your senior or elderly loved ones need to fret over day to day household chores, cooking and meal preparation, or even transportation to doctor’s appointments, prescription pick up and other outings.  A-1 Home Care can provide home care options to assist with these home care needs and more.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to start Home Care in Palos Verdes

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Home Care Palos Verdes CA

Home care is becoming an increasingly popular option for seniors living in  Palos Verdes, Lomita, San Pedro, Carson, Torrance, Rolling Hills or other city in the South Bay area  and Los Angeles County.  No longer do your senior or elderly loved ones need to fret over day to day household chores, cooking and meal preparation, or even transportation to doctor’s appointments, prescription pick up and other outings.  A-1 Home Care can provide home care options to assist with these home care needs and more.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to start Home Care in Palos Verdes

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Palos Verdes Care for Elderly or Seniors

In Palos Verdes, Lomita, San Pedro, Carson, Torrance, Rolling Hills or other city in the South Bay area there are always exciting events going on.    A Caregiver in Palos Verdes can care for elderly or seniors to help  keep you in the loop with daily activity. Just because you are aging doesn’t mean you have to miss out. A-1 Home Care can even provide you with a Senior Care Companion or Elder Caregiver or Travelling Nurse Aide for those special outings that come up during holidays, weekends, and vacations.  With our attentive Caregivers, Certified Home Health Aides, and Nonmedical Home Care Nurses, you can enjoy all that the city has to offer.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to provide care for elderly or seniors in Palos Verdes

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Care for Elderly or Seniors Palos Verdes CA

In Palos Verdes, Lomita, San Pedro, Carson, Torrance, Rolling Hills or other city in the South Bay area there are always exciting events going on.    A Caregiver in Palos Verdes can care for elderly or seniors to help  keep you in the loop with daily activity. Just because you are aging doesn’t mean you have to miss out. A-1 Home Care can even provide you with a Senior Care Companion or Elder Caregiver or Travelling Nurse Aide for those special outings that come up during holidays, weekends, and vacations.  With our attentive Caregivers, Certified Home Health Aides, and Nonmedical Home Care Nurses, you can enjoy all that the city has to offer.

Call A-1 Home Care at 310-366-7964 today to provide care for elderly or seniors in Palos Verdes

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