In an idealistic world, medical care would revolve around you and your personal preferences, sticking to your specific needs and wishes – fitting into your plan and routine, unhindered by problems such as an unwavering medical professional who sees healthcare options in black and white. The truth is far from perfect however, and most of […]
About Sheila PerrineSheila Perrine is the Cofounder and Executive Director of Sheila’s Angels Home Care, LLC. Sheila is an RN having earned her nursing degree in 2000. Before she became a nurse, Sheila took personal care of her mother who succumbed to a long battle with cancer. The nursing experience in hospitals gave Sheila the opportunity to help many other people and families facing difficult challenges inherent to their illnesses.
Sheila’s experiences made her realize that there is a large need to further assist people with any type of disability as well as seniors and their families. Her goals are to help them to stay healthy, decrease preventable injuries, reduce their hospital visits and maintaining their independence by comfortably living in their own homes.
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Dementia and the Law: When Dementia Symptoms Lead to Arrest
October 2, 2017 by ·
It seems astounding – a sweet, occasionally puzzled grandpa with Alzheimer’s disease being handcuffed and put under arrest. However, that very scene is happening at an astonishing rate among seniors, over 100,000 of them, based on the current data – an increase of nearly 30% in the past decade. This dramatic increase in arrests among […]
Don’t Let Osteoarthritis Pain Hold You Back Anymore
September 28, 2017 by ·
It is a group no one wants to join; however, as many as 10 million Americans are members: sharing a diagnosis of osteoarthritis. Due to the wearing away of cartilage with time, osteoarthritis regularly impacts larger joints, like the knees, and may be debilitating to a senior’s total wellbeing. With three main recommended treatment plans […]
When Providing Care for Seniors Is Hindered by Family Dynamics
August 24, 2017 by ·
Perhaps your family rivals those on Walton’s Mountain in its unconditional love, unwavering patience with one another, and determination to stick together through thick and thin. But if your family is similar to most, there’s undoubtedly some level of dysfunction, some leftover mulish sibling rivalry, as well as a bit of lingering competitiveness to be […]
Could Sleep Deprivation Be Linked to Alzheimer’s?
August 17, 2017 by ·
Whether is it worry, stress or an overactive mind, many seniors have trouble falling and staying soundly asleep. Other than feeling a bit foggy the next morning, however, as well as feeling the need for a mid-day nap to catch up on lost sleep, the consequences of sleep deprivation have seemed marginal. That is, until […]
Are You Caring for Elderly Parents, or Controlling Them?
August 10, 2017 by ·
Feeling safe, protected and cared for is so wonderful. Fathers and mothers thrive on ensuring that their children are enveloped in the comfort of understanding their needs will be fulfilled, giving the safety net that allows them the self-confidence to explore the world around them. But there comes a phase in all children’s lives when […]
Three Signs You Need Elder Care Help near Alvin TX
May 15, 2014 by ·
How often in your life have you admitted that you couldn’t do something for yourself and that you needed help? It depends on whether or not you’re talking about something more complicated, like trying to wire up and setup an entire entertainment system, of something more basic, such as taking care of yourself. For those […]
Things to Know about Skin Cancer when Providing Elderly Care near Pearland TX
May 8, 2014 by ·
The largest organ of the body is the skin and skin cancer begins in the cells of the outer layer, or epidermis, of the skin. Usually, the skin that is most exposed to the sun will develop abnormal cells, but they can also occur on areas of skin not exposed to sunlight. When providing elderly […]
3 Signs that the Senior Care near Friendswood TX You’re Providing is Wearing You Out
April 29, 2014 by ·
Many times caregivers take on too much not realizing that little by little they are succumbing to burnout. Getting to the point of burnout doesn’t happen all of a sudden. It takes place over a period of time causing subtle changes in your behavior until one day the mildest irritation could spiral you into a […]
Learning about Blood Pressure as a Caregiver near League City TX area
April 23, 2014 by ·
Blood pressure is something that almost every caregiver for the elderly should know. Whether you are caring for your mother, father, another loved one, or as part of your job, you may not think much about blood pressure. However, medications, stress, anxiety, the foods that we eat, exercise … all of these things can affect […]
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