Research shows that many people with a loved one eligible for hospice do not seek care at all or wait until it is too late to truly benefit from this end-of-life support. Approximately 1.5 million Americans receive hospice care each year with the goal being to improve their quality of life (and that of their […]
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Blue Water Homecare Celebrates National CNA Week
Our work at Blue Water Homecare dedicated to serving the needs of seniors and their families is enriched immensely by the support of outside certified nursing assistant (CNAs) caregivers. For this, we celebrate and salute them and all that they do June 16-22 for National Certified Nursing Assistants Week. This year’s theme for their recognition […]
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Hospice Care FAQ
Approximately 1.5 million Americans receive hospice care each year in order to improve quality of life when their time is limited. Blue Water Homecare and Hospice Founder and COO, Jennifer R. Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP helps to shed light on how hospice care works, what to expect, and offers examples of services that Blue Water […]
Read MoreStaying On Top of Senior Mental Health
Our country is in a behavioral health crisis and our seniors aren’t immune to it. Those aged 65 years and older are vulnerable to depression as their activities slow down and they are prone to the effects of age-related conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and more than 350 […]
Read MorePartner Spotlight and Inspiration for those Living with Parkinson’s Disease
CAPS’ mission is to make the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease easier. They offer a variety of support groups, educational and social events, and assistance with other resources for those in need via CAPS Cares. Our Blue Water Homecare founder and COO, Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP serves as vice president on the […]
Read MoreAsk the Expert Parkinson’s Q&A
As a seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience in nursing and clinical operations, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice Founder and COO, Jennifer R. Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP, is known for compassionate care for the elderly and delivering sound and accurate advice that allows caregivers to better understand the seniors in their care. […]
Read MoreMaintaining Balance in Spite of Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s Disease affects more than 1 million people in the United States. It is a neurodegenerative disorder that not only causes changes to occur in the brain but also drastically alters the way the body functions and moves. As the disease progresses and muscles stiffen, a few common side effects of Parkinson’s include a freezing […]
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