Who is Ready for Old Age?

Are we ever ready for old age? Do we think about what our lives will be like at 75, 85, 95? It’s true that we are living longer. In 2015 the average age of death in the US was 78.74 years. Life expectancy for those born in 2017 is 76 for men and 81 for women. … Continue reading

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Letter From an Indignant Grandfather

  I just received this letter. “Dear Avida Home Care, Would you please explain why elderly people get treated as second class citizens? I don’t mean senior citizens, I mean some young people treat us like we’re invisible. My son and I go to a nearby restaurant for dinner once in a while. The waiter … Continue reading

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Managing symptoms of depression

Being alone can be quite depressing. Even more so for our elderly loved ones. Depression can affect their physical health and sink them into a downward spiral of self-neglect and deeper sadness. They may stop eating, bathing or calling friends and family. However, there are a few things that can help. Here are some of … Continue reading

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One life at a time

    What makes Avida Home Care different? In Spanish “vida” means life. We care about One Life at a time. Yes. There are a lot of home-care agencies and yes; we all supposedly do the same thing. However, Avida Home Care is not like any other agency. First, let’s start with what we are not. … Continue reading

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