HEART ATTACK CARE IN CERRITOS, LAKEWOOD, LOS ALAMITOS, WHITTIER, ARTESIA, BUENA PARK

HEART ATTACK RECOVERY AND HEALTHY LIVING

Leading a healthy lifestyle takes goal setting and motivation. After having a heart attack, it can be difficult for an Elderly or Senior loved one to find the motivation to stay healthy – especially under the circumstances of living at home alone.

A heart attack, also known as myocardial infarction most commonly occurs when plaque in a coronary artery hardens and ruptures, causing immediate blood clotting of the area and blockage of blood to a part of the heart muscle. This deprival of oxygen-rich blood causes permanent damage to the heart that must be treated immediately.

When healthy heart tissue becomes scar tissue, the heart’s ability to pump blood is lessened. Complications such as irregular heartbeats, angina, and pre-existing coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and cholesterol require medications that must be taken. Lifestyle changes that benefit overall health such as eating a healthy diet, exercising, and quitting smoking must come into play.

At A-1 Home Care, we understand what an undertaking it would be for an Elderly or Senior loved one to completely change their lifestyle on their
own. We provide experienced and compassionate caregivers, nurse aides, companions, and home health aides who specialize in Heart Attack Care.

Our in-home caregivers can provide assistance with medication compliance, heart-healthy meal preparation, exercise, transportation to doctor appointments or rehabilitation sessions, and anything else they may need.

Having someone who can not only provide care, but be a source of companionship and support could make all the difference when it comes to motivating your loved one to strive for a healthy heart.

WHAT IS A HEART ATTACK:

Heart attacks, also known as Myocardial Infarctions, occur most commonly when the hardened plaque buildup in the wall of a coronary artery ruptures, creating a blood clot that impairs blood flow to the heart that damages or kills parts of the heart muscle of the artery. Old age, lifestyle choices such as smoking, and pre-existing medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure or obesity are high risk factors for heart attack.

COMPASSIONATE CAREGIVERS FOR HEART ATTACK SURVIVORS

We match your loved one with a compassionate and experienced Heart Attack Caregiver, Nurse Aide, Companion, Personal Care Attendant or Home Health Aide.

Having a professional care provider will speed your beloved family member’s recovery time after a heart attack and reduce the chances of a second.

Recommended for Those with Heart Disease:

Eating a healthy diet low in salt and fat
Daily exercise
Stop smoking
Take prescribed medications as scheduled
Contact your doctor for symptoms such as new chest discomfort, dizziness, or leg swelling
Caregivers and family can identify symptoms of shortness of breath, indigestion, or pain between the shoulder blades as warning signs of a possible heart attack

Care Providers can assist your senior or elderly loved one with:

All Activities of Daily Living:

Personal Hygiene Assistance
Incontinence Care / Toiletry Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Range of Motion
Physical Therapy Exercises
After Surgery / Post-Acute Care
Safety Supervision
Medication Reminders
Errand Assistance
Companionship
Meal Preparation

ABOUT A-1 HOME CARE AGENCY

A-1 Home Care Agency has provided home care services for seniors and elderly in Los Angeles County, San Gabriel Valley and Orange County for 30 years.

We offer several payment options including private pay, Long Term Care Insurance, VA Aid and Attendance Benefit Program, Health Saving Accounts and Multiservice Senior Programs.

We are:

State Licensed, Bonded and Insured Non-Medical Home Care Organization (HCO)
Certified MediCare / MediCal Provider for Personal Care Services
Vendor for Medi-Cal Waiver Programs
Approved Vendor by Long-Term Care Insurance Companies
Contracted Provider for Long Term Care Insurance Guild
Approved Vendor for Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit Program
Provider for Health Saving Accounts (HSA) Health Plans
Service Provider for Senior Care Network / Huntington Hospital – MSSP
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center – USC Davis – MSSP
Approved Vendor for Partners in Care Foundation – MSSP
Approved Agency for Family Caregiver Resource Center in OC / St. Jude’s Hospital – MSSP
Respite Care Vendor by California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center Provider
Regional Center of Orange County Provider
North Los Angeles Regional Center Provider
Member of American Board of Home Care (ABHC)
National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC)
Home Care Association of America (HCAOA)
Member of American Care Management Association (ACMA)
Alzheimer’s Association Member
Member of America’s Choice Provider Network (ACPN)
Workers Compensation Approved Provider