It is rather common to walk into a room and completely forget about why you headed there in the first place. Have you ever struggled to remember where you placed your glasses only to realize they are sitting atop your head? Lost keys and misplaced cell phones happen all the time. It is a normal thing to [...]
August 19, 1988 was a significant day in our nation’s history, a day that many are not even aware exists. On this day, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed the necessity for an official day celebrating the seniors here in our country. Proclamation 5847 declared August 21 as National Senior Citizen Day. In an eloquent statement, President Reagan formally [...]
Health care certainly has changed over the years. Gone are the days of home visits. Nowadays, there are specialists for every condition, and while this is a great thing it can make doctor visits complex. In past years simple blood work and x-rays could be taken care of in-house rather than at a lab in a different [...]
Champion Home Health Care recently discussed the importance of having a PHR, personal health record. This is a collection of your personal health history including doctor visits, medications, blood work, procedures, etc. Having all of this information in one place helps you stay an informed consumer and allows you to make the best decisions regarding your health. [...]
Keeping track of personal health information is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself and the ones you love. This is especially true for caregivers. When you are responsible for the care of a loved one, especially a senior, keeping up with their data becomes vital. Champion Home Health Care of Brevard [...]
Hurricane season is just around the corner. The Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1, 2017 and ends on November 30. During this time, residents of Brevard County are on the edge of their seats waiting and watching to see if tropical disturbances transition to tropical depressions and then onto tropical storms and then…hurricanes. As a resident [...]
No one looks forward to a move. This can be especially true for those who are older and have been in their homes for quite some time. Think about all the memories that have been made in a particular place. Family dinners and long nights playing games with loved ones are just a few of the lasting [...]
We recently began the discussion pertaining to paying for in home health care. The process can feel overwhelming and even frightening at times. How will you access funds that are locked up in life insurance or veteran’s benefits? What can you do if your loved one does not qualify for funding from other sources? How will you [...]
Being a caregiver is one of the most important jobs you will ever have. Caring for a loved one in need of medical attention while continuing to take care of the needs of your own family can be taxing beyond belief. The burden of care is not one that is ever carried lightly and for families who [...]
During the month of May, we are celebrating our compassionate care-giving nurses here at Champion Home Health Care. When you choose Champion for your home health needs, you can rest assured that our nursing staff is well qualified to provide the utmost in care whatever your needs may be. We pride ourselves on knowing the needs of [...]
