Griswold Home Care has been committed to providing trusted elder care in San Antonio since September 2003. Our primary goal is to help seniors maintain their independence and continue aging safely, comfortably, and with dignity in the place they call home. Most people do not wake up one day suddenly needing full-time care. Aging is … Continued
It’s finally spring. The cold has receded, the plants and flowers are coming back to life, and everyone feels that itch to get outside of the house. After a long winter of being cooped up, your elderly loved one probably wants to get out just as badly as you do. But what to do? Read … Continued
Falls are something we talk about often. And for good reason — falls are a big concern for older adults, making fall prevention should be an important priority. Falls are the leading cause of death resulting from injury, and the most common cause of hospital admissions for trauma in seniors. Broken hips almost always require … Continued
Griswold Home Care has been providing caregiver jobs in San Antonio and trusted in-home care services since 2003. While we employ many dedicated caregivers, we have selected just a few to help you see the heart of those who walk into clients’ homes every day to care for their loved ones. Along with skill and … Continued
San Antonio Families | End-of-Life Planning & Grief Support At Griswold Home Care, our Family Resource Series is designed to connect families with trusted local resources they may find valuable now or in the future—especially during life’s most challenging moments. Our first guest in this series is Esther Pipoly, founder of Loss of Life Advocates … Continued
When people hear the term failure to thrive, they often think of infants. However, adult failure to thrive (ICD-10 code R62.7) is a serious condition that frequently affects seniors living at home. For families searching for home care services near them, understanding this diagnosis can be the first step toward lifesaving intervention. Failure to thrive … Continued
Understanding Dementia and Its Challenges We aren’t strangers to dementia. According to the National Institutes of Health, 42% of adults ages 55 and older will develop dementia. Yet many people feel lost when it comes to helping those who suffer with dementia. This is often because we are unfamiliar with how to provide effective dementia … Continued
What San Antonio Families Should Watch For when it come to Dementia and Alzheimer’s the final five warning signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease to help families better understand what to look for in an aging loved one. Recognizing the early signs of dementia in elderly loved ones can help families in San Antonio and … Continued
Caring for a loved one full-time is rewarding — but it can also be exhausting. Family caregivers often dedicate their energy and time to ensuring their loved one’s well-being, sometimes at the cost of their own health and happiness. As the saying goes, “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” Respite care is designed to … Continued