News Archive
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
Senior Home Safety Checklist
November 18, 2011Senior Home Safety Checklist, Preventing Falls, and Other Safety Tips! Read Full Story »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
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 »
-
Quick and Easy Safety Ideas for the Home
May 24, 2011Safety aids can help your loved one remain independent and injury free. Here are several easy-to-install items that you can find at local hardware stores, health equipment companies, or through mail order/online catalogs Read Full Story »
-
Hiring a Caregiver: Risks and Responsibilities
May 17, 2011“At Right at Home, we take your trust very seriously. We do all we can to make the best caregiver match for your loved one’s needs and personality." Read Full Story »
-
Caregiving Matchmaking Service
May 13, 2011"From the client's perspective - they have the opportunity to participate and be completely involved with the selection of a caregiver or caregivers, and appreciate having that availability afforded to them. It is very much a matchmaking process, but more importantly, it personalizes the process." Read Full Story »
-
RAH Client Wishes To Share His Advice on Receiving Care
May 11, 2011"Having a caregiver takes the worry and the concern out of your life." Read Full Story »
-
Right at Home Builds Momentum with 27 Percent Revenue Growth in 2010
May 02, 2011 -
RAH Caregiver of the Month Award - Heather Stackewicz
April 19, 2011"I enjoy providing care in the home in a one-on-one setting, since you can focus much more on the client and the quality of care versus feeling rushed." Read Full Story »
-
Right at Home Awarded "Best of Home Care" Award
April 12, 2011"...a “Best of Home Care” award means that we have proven that we care about quality in both our client and caregiver interactions." Read Full Story »
-
Right at Home Client Benefits from Companion Care Services
April 11, 2011“Having a caregiver truly helps you remain in your home and maintain your independence.” Read Full Story »
-
The Flexible Benefits of Memory Care In the Home
April 11, 2011"...caring for someone with Alzheimer’s is more than just preparing meals or bathing assistance – it is about showing the person respect for them as a person and who they are at the moment.” Read Full Story »
-
Caring for the elderly
April 05, 2011Apart from the emotional demands, there's also a financial cost caregivers must contend with — and should prepare for. Read Full Story »
-
Home care services are the latest hot franchise opportunity
April 01, 2011 -
Getting to Know RAH President Dan Parker
April 01, 2011That’s our goal – “Improving the quality of life for those we serve” – we really do believe that. Read Full Story »
-
Right at Home In Home Care Teams Up With UC Davis Mini Medical School
March 18, 2011 -
Hiring Home Care Workers: Avoiding Tax and Legal Risks
March 15, 2011This FREE 45-minte web conference covers the following topics: hiring guidelines, tax and legal, issues, identifying risks, and independent contractor issues. Read Full Story »
-
Right at Home in Rancho Mirage Dementia Tour: in USA Today
January 17, 2011Right at Home franchisees, Dan and Elaine Fox in Rancho Mirage, CA, were highlighted in USA Today for a program called The Virtual Dementia Tour. "The training sensitizes those most closely involved with Alzheimer's patients to develop a higher degree of understanding and patience in dealing with their behaviors and what it takes for a sufferrer to get through the day," said Dan Fox, owner of Right at Home in Rancho Mirage. Read Full Story »
-
Hospital Transition Program Reduces Readmissions by 53 Percent
December 03, 2010A partnership between Right at Home, In-Home Care and Assistance and Forsyth Medical Center has successfully reduced hospital readmissions of participants by 53 percent by addressing the complex needs of discharged patients. Read Full Story »
-
Right at Home Recognized as 2010 Integrity Award Winner
November 08, 2010Right at Home Twin Cities and South Suburbs was recently recognized as a 2010 Integrity Award winner. Read Full Story »
-
Right Care Award Acceptance Speech Touches Hearts
October 11, 2010 -
Right at Home Builds Momentum for 2010 After Experiencing 24 Percent Growth in 2009
April 14, 2010 -
Right at Home Receives Approval for SBA Franchise Registry Listing
January 11, 2010 -
Right at Home Expands In-Home Care Services to Brazil
January 04, 2010 -
Right at Home Sponsors 15th Anniversary of National Family Caregivers Association
December 28, 2009 -
Right at Home, Inc. Expands In-Home Personal Care Services to the UK
October 20, 2009 -
Veteran's Day is November 11, 2009
October 15, 2009 -
Right at Home® Receives Gilbert Guide Quality Seal
August 17, 2009 -
Caregivers Bring Quality, Reliable Service to You
August 14, 2009 -
Consumer News Alert: Diligence and Education Thwart Scams
July 21, 2009 -
Right at Home Mid-Cities to add up to 50 Caregivers
July 16, 2009 -
Time to Heal: Hospital to Home program to help reduce the high rate of readmissions
June 03, 2009 -
Aging Population Increases Demand for Home Care
May 26, 2009 -
National Senior Health and Fitness Day: Wednesday, May 27th
May 25, 2009 -
May is "Older Americans Month"
May 21, 2009 -
Right at Home Launches Senior Home Care Blog
April 08, 2009 -
Omaha 25 Awards Honors Right at Home
March 17, 2009 -
Senior Care Business Comes to Linwood, NJ
March 14, 2009 -
Help for the Sandwich Generation: Benefits of Services from Right at Home
February 25, 2009 -
Seniors Look to Available Housing Options
February 25, 2009 -
Right at Home of Wake County recognized in Premier Senior Living Magazine
February 15, 2009 -
Home Care Clients Speak about Elder Care Experience with Right at Home
January 12, 2009 -
Client Speaks about Home Care Experience with Right at Home in Hopewell, VA
January 12, 2009 -
News - Home Health Care Nursing Information and Overview
January 01, 2008 -
Caring For Your Aging Parents from Afar
January 01, 2008