Diabetic Care & Caregivers in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, San Marino, South Pasadena, and Arcadia
Improved Lifespan with Affordable Diabetes Care
Do you have an elder friend or senior or adult loved one who is living with type 1 or type 2 Diabetes? Perhaps he or she has just been diagnosed or has recently lost a spouse who used to help them manage the disease. Some feelings of being overwhelmed or confused can be expected when encountering a serious illness. A-
1 Home Care Agency has Caregivers, Home Health Care Aides (HCA), and Personal Care Assistants (PCA) who can provide in home Diabetic care services to benefit you. Our Home Care Agency provides at home non-medical care specializing in live in care assistance, hourly homecare, 24 hour care, respite care and round the clock care, Elder Care & Senior Care Services.
Our team at A-1 Home Care includes trained Home Care Professionals, Caregivers and Home Helpers who are experienced in working with senior Diabetics. We
emphasize thoughtful and warmhearted homecare service, with considerations meant to provide relief to your day-to-day life. In the case of diabetes, a healthy
diet, mild exercise and a happy heart go a long way. To help you reach full potential, our caregiving services can include:
- Range of Motion Exercise
- Healthy and Nutritional Meals
- Low Sugar, Low Salt or Low Glucose Diet
- Medication Reminders
- Blood Sugar Level Monitoring
- Insulin Supervision
- Housekeeping
- Transportation and Errand Assistance
We serve Pasadena, Sierra Madre, San Marino, South Pasadena, Arcadia and other areas of San Gabriel Valley, Los Angeles County and Orange County.
Famous Celebrities with Diabetes
You can absolutely maintain a healthy and vibrant life while living with Diabetes. The most beautiful people are those who chase their passions despite their
shortcomings, like these famous celebrities:
Halle Berry: This 42 year old “X Men” and “Monster’s Ball” star was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes after collapsing on the set of “Living Dolls”.
Nick Jonas: The youthful singer of tween band “The Jonas Brothers” manages his type 1 diabetes with great medical support and a careful diet.
Anne Rice: This iconic writer of the unforgettable vampire series, starting with Interview with a Vampire, has sold over 100 million copies of her novels worldwide despite battling Diabetes.
Dizzy Gillespie: A legendary jazz musician who immortalized the genre with his soulful, heartbreaking tunes.
Scientific research backs that Diabetes sufferers who are vigilant about their diet and lifestyle can live with minimal complications. Don’t let your Diabetes define you! A-1 Home Care Agency can help you maintain a healthy and happy life within the comfort of your home by providing skilled and trained Nurse Aides, Home Health Aides and Caregivers.
DIABETIC IN HOME CARE FOR SENIORS AND ELDERLY
Specialized Care Plans for Seniors with Diabetes
Whether your elderly or senior loved one has Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes, it’s important to keep the disease under control. Uncontrolled diabetes can cause serious complications such as cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) disease, kidney failure, stroke, retinopathy, glaucoma and neuropathy (nerve disease).
If your loved one has Diabetes, it can be difficult to manage their diet to keep blood sugar at the right level. Having a professional caregiver experienced with Diabetic In Home Care can tremendously improve your loved one’s health.
SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES AND DIABETIC COMA
If left untreated, dangerously high or low blood sugar levels can cause a diabetic coma.
Symptoms of Hyperglycemia, High Blood Sugar:
- A rapid heartbeat
- A very dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Frequent urination
- Fruity breath odor
- Increased thirst
- Nausea and vomiting
- Shortness of breath
- Stomach pain
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia, Low Blood Sugar:
- Anxiety
- Confusion
- Difficulty speaking
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Fatigue
- Hunger
- Nausea
- Shakiness or nervousness
- Sweating
- Weakness
Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Coma is caused by dangerously high or low blood sugar levels. Like any coma, the person is unable to awaken or respond to any stimulation – sight, sound, touch. A diabetic coma can be fatal.
24-HOUR LIVE-IN AND HOURLY LIVE-OUT CAREGIVER FOR DIABETIC PATIENTS
A-1 Home Care Agency provides Diabetic Care for Elderly and Senior individuals on a 24-Hour Live-In Care or Hourly Care basis. We have Nurse Aides, Caregivers, Personal Care Attendants, Home Health Aides and Companions available to provide personalized schedules based on your family’s needs.
Our caregivers are experienced in diabetic care and emphasize healthy nutrition, daily exercise, keeping track of blood sugar levels on a day-to-day basis before and after meals and assistance with various activities of daily living. Click here for Caregiver Requirements.
Call us at (562) 929-8400, (949) 650-3800 or (877) 929-8499 to today for help tomorrow!