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Right Place, Right Time: Right at Home founder sees continued growth
May 17, 2012As a hospital administrator, Allen Hager had personally seen the anguish that families faced when searching for safe, appropriate quality home care services for their family members returning home. Read Full Story »
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Fraud Alert! Door-to-Door Cons Target Elderly
May 17, 2012Door-to-door con artists sometimes pose as charities, magazine salesmen, utility or city workers. Once inside your home, these imposters may distract you while accomplices search for cash, jewelry, and personal information like bank accounts or check books. Read Full Story »
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May Is Older Americans Month
May 07, 2012“We applaud the invaluable contributions that older adults bring to our individual communities,” said Dan Parker, President of Right at Home Sacramento/Yolo, “Grandparents and elder adults help shape the values, achievements and life choices of our young people and lend inspiration and stability to our nation as a whole.” Read Full Story »
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Julie Garcia - Caregiver of the Month
May 04, 2012“Right at Home is the first agency that has truly paired me up with excellent clients. I have enjoyed working with every single client I have had with Right at Home.” Read Full Story »
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Caregiver of the Month - Nena Toupe
April 17, 2012“I concentrate on the quality of care of each of my clients,” replied Nena, “I want to make each client happy and provide them with the best care. I am always looking for more to do to make each client satisfied. I care for each client from my heart.” Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Is Finalist in 2012 Best of the Web Awards
March 14, 2012"We are excited to be a Best of the Web finalist", says Brian Petranick, Right at Home President and Chief Operating Officer. "Our site is designed to help guide you through the process of finding the home care options that make the most sense for you and your loved one. There is a lot of information in here that is useful for making a decision regarding care." Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Supports CAHSAH's Lobby Day
February 22, 2012Right at Home Sacramento/Yolo attended and were proud supporters of the California Association for Health Services at Home (CAHSAH)'s annual Lobby Day (Feb 21st, 2012) at the state capitol building. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Named One of Franchise Business Review's Top Franchises for 2012
February 15, 2012Franchise Business Review annually recognizes franchisors with the highest overall franchisee satisfaction based on its survey of franchisees. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home of Wake County, NC Receives Top 50 Entrepreneur Award
February 09, 2012On Feb. 7, Business Leader Media selected Tom Arnold, owner of the Wake County, NC office, for Business Leader’s Top 50 Entrepreneur Award. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home of Northwest Georgia Named Small Business of the Year
February 06, 2012Right at Home of Northwest Georgia was named Small Business of the Year by the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Caregivers Receive Valuable Alzheimer’s Training
January 24, 2012The Right at Home care team offers professional and experienced memory caregiving staff who can assist both the families and the individual affected with memory loss for hourly or overnight care. Read Full Story »
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Handle with Care -Proposed state measures to regulate in-home, assisted-living workers
January 24, 2012The aging of our population is happening at a time when government is cutting funding for social and safety net services Read Full Story »
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State Moving Toward Licensing Home Health Workers
January 18, 2012SB 411 is the one up for debate and possible amendment, according to Jordan Lindsey, director of policy and public affairs for CAHSAH, the California Association for Health Services at Home. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Names Sierra Baker Caregiver of the Year 2011
January 17, 2012“Sierra Baker clearly demonstrates an ability and commitment to caregiving, and has been a key member of the Right at Home care team,” stated Dan Parker, President of Right at Home, “We are proud to name her our Caregiver of the Year.” Read Full Story »
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Harvard study focuses on hospital readmission rates
December 28, 2011Avoidable readmissions cost Medicare an estimated $12 billion annually, said Karen Southard, program manager for Patient Safety/Care Transitions at the Carolinas Center for Medical Excellence. Read Full Story »
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Meals on Wheels Program - Sacramento County
December 27, 2011Meals on Wheels by ACC serves seniors 60 years of age or better throughout Sacramento County with nutritious meals to help maintain their independence. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home 2011 Tax Tips for Family Caregivers
December 21, 2011"It is important for all family caregivers to verify their eligibility and take advantage of these tax credits," said Allen Hager, chairman and CEO of Right at Home, Inc, an international in-home care franchise. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home, Community Service Award Finalist
December 08, 2011Right at Home was nominated for their work in giving local caregivers the opportunity to learn what it is like to suffer from dementia and Alzheimer's disease through the Virtual Dementia Tour. Read Full Story »
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Senior Home Safety Checklist
November 18, 2011Senior Home Safety Checklist, Preventing Falls, and Other Safety Tips! Read Full Story »
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Right At Home of Sacramento Receives 2011 Best of Sacramento Award
October 28, 2011Right At Home of Sacramento has been selected for the 2011 Best of Sacramento Award in the Home Health Care Nurses category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Caregiver Receives Humanitarian Award
October 27, 2011Right at Home caregiver Kris Golder received the Mother Teresa Compassionate Caregiver Award during the First Annual Senior Care Humanitarian Awards Ceremony in Yorba Linda, Calif. Read Full Story »
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24 Hour Live In Care - The Option of Staying Home
September 28, 2011For Jaramillo, her Father appreciated the one-on-one care the most. “Having someone there with him for 24 hours a day, who can bond and develop a relationship with my Dad is very important to me. My Dad has said how he could ‘never do it alone’, and having his caregivers there seven days a week is a huge relief to me.” Read Full Story »
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Short Term Memory Loss May Be Best Predictor of Alzheimer's
September 06, 2011The researchers found that two measures of delayed memory, along with the cortical thickness of the left middle temporal lobe in the brain, were associated with a higher risk of mild cognitive impairment developing into Alzheimer's. Read Full Story »
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Caregiver Matchmaking - The Joy of Having A Choice
September 02, 2011Bartlett was especially satisfied with the bio’s himself, “It takes the ‘guesswork’ out of the process, “ he explained, “with the bio and option to select a particular caregiver of their liking, it brings a comfort level to the family. It is almost like bringing the whole Right at Home care team with you before they actually show up for their first day of service.” Read Full Story »
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September Is National Cholesterol Education Month
August 16, 2011“Right at Home of Sacramento and Yolo encourages you to have your blood cholesterol checked,” said Daniel Parker, President of Right at Home. “Your cholesterol number will tell you whether you should change your diet or become more active so you can continue to lead a long and healthy life.” Read Full Story »
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Palliative Care - Myths and Understanding of Hospice Care
July 29, 2011"I would ardently suggest to any family member that if your loved one is potentially reaching the stage of life that may require hospice care - do not wait until the last stages of their life to reach out for the help they deserve. Contact a qualified hospice agency today." Read Full Story »
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Katie Knittel Named RAH Caregiver of the Month
July 28, 2011"I love that you can't spend time with your in home clients without learning something new each day." Read Full Story »
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Right at Home® International Opens First U.S. Master Franchise For In-Home Senior Care Services in China
July 08, 2011The first Right at Home office opened June 9 in Beijing. With more than 200 local independent franchisees in North America, Europe and South America, the Chinese agreement expands Right at Home’s services to four continents. Read Full Story »
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Minimize the Risks of Bringing a Caregiver Into Your Home
July 01, 2011The best protection for a person seeking to hire a caregiver and to protect oneself when considering hiring a caregiver for work in you or your loved ones home is to look for a qualified agency that has been in business for a while, has a local address and phone number and most importantly is a member of one of the home care associations that verify their quality business practices. Read Full Story »
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Alzheimer's Study Finds Grief is the Heaviest Burden for Caregivers
June 27, 2011Friends and even family members sometimes do not always understand that dementia poses unique challenges, and that adds to the sense of isolation and hopelessness many caregivers already feel. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home Named a Top 100 Workplace in Minnesota
June 20, 2011Right at Home Twin Cities and South Suburbs, serving the Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minn., metro area, ranked No. 2 in the Star Tribune’s Top 100 Workplaces, among midsized employers. Read Full Story »
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Omega-3 may cut risk of artery disease, heart attacks for patients with stents
June 08, 2011Omega-3 fatty acids, combined with two blood-thinning drugs, significantly changed the blood-clotting process and may reduce the risk of heart attacks in patients with stents in their heart arteries Read Full Story »
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WarriorHeart: Yoga and Tai Chi
June 06, 2011Three different "elements" of Yoga and Tai Chi are explored during each 2.5 hour course/weekly to help promote flexibility, restorative care and wellness. Read Full Story »
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Right at Home offers opportunities for those facing health challenges
June 02, 2011Kim Stender, owner of the Right at Home Twin Cities North and West office, understands the barriers faced by people who have medical struggles. Read Full Story »