To Our SelectCare Clients & Their Family Members
On Thursday, March 19, SelectCare clients and family members received this letter by email from Kelly Takemura, RN Director of Nursing. We share this with you to keep you informed of our continued communication with our home care staff and our clients. Dear Clients and Client Family Members, SelectCare continues to monitor all city, state…
Read MoreThank You to the SelectCare Staff
Dear SelectCare Staff, On behalf of SelectCare Home Care Services in New York City, I thank everyone for providing calm and reassuring care to all of SelectCare clients. You are an amazing group of home care professionals and we are appreciative of your continued efforts during this Covid-19 pandemic. Our office remains open for business…
Read MoreCoronavirus Update
With the first confirmed case of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) confirmed in New York City, we want to take a moment to answer some basic questions regarding how to minimize risk of infection and how to prepare in the event of a major outbreak in the area. What is the Coronavirus? The Coronavirus that originated in Wuhan,…
Read MoreDeveloping (and Keeping) a Healthier Diet
The choice to take on a new diet can come from many sources, be it a New Year’s resolution, a tough discussion with a doctor or loved one, or something as simple as wanting to feel healthier and more active. No matter what path leads you to a new diet, chances are you will face…
Read MoreA Senior Guide to CBD – Legality, Use and Safety
CBD Overview In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) products have found their way onto store shelves across New York City. CBD manufacturers and users tout a variety of mental and physical benefits, but like any new healthcare development, a quick online search generates nearly as many questions as answers. In this guide, we will explain where…
Read MoreNew Year Starter’s Guide: Tasks and Tricks for a Happier New Year
The New Year is the perfect time for a fresh start – but where to begin? With so many people talking about resolutions to make 2020 a happier, healthier year, it’s perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed with all the things you want to accomplish. Take on Chores One Step At a Time Rather than taking…
Read MoreAre You Prepared for the 2019 Flu Season?
Noting an increase in influenza activity across the nation, health officials at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced the beginning of the 2019 – 2020 flu season on December 5th. While this is the earliest flu season announcement in 15 years, there are still plenty of ways you can protect yourself and your loved…
Read MorePreparing Your Apartment for Winter Time in New York City
Winter weather is fast approaching New York City, and preparing for the cold season now is the best way to ensure a comfortable and safe time during the winter months, especially for older adults and those living alone. Winter Weather and the Elderly As our bodies age, we lose body heat faster, it takes longer…
Read MoreBenefits of Short Term In-Home Care After Surgery
Home care is often discussed as a long-term solution for older people or people with chronic conditions to live comfortably at home, however many younger and generally healthy individuals might be surprised to learn that short-term, in-home care can make a huge difference in the days following even minor surgical procedures. This blind spot to…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know for Medicare Open Enrollment
Fall Open Enrollment for those eligible for Medicare, occurs each year between October 15th and December 7th and marks the annual period where they can review their current supplement plan and decide to keep it or change to another provider. For those who find that their health needs have changed, the open enrollment period is the time…
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