by Katharina Villanueva, RN, BSN, CCRN-K, SCRN, CNRN, DN, CDP | Jul 6, 2020 | Handling the Heat, Senior Care Germantown MD
In some parts of the U.S., residents are experiencing the unbearable summer heat. It happens, and it can be dangerous. With temperatures climbing well into the 90s with humidity adding to the heat, it can be extremely dangerous for your parents. As much as they want...
by Katharina Villanueva, RN, BSN, CCRN-K, SCRN, CNRN, DN, CDP | Jun 22, 2020 | Elderly Care Kensington MD, Sugar Cravings
Have you noticed that your elderly loved one has a ton of sugar cravings? Maybe you have been trying to get them to eat healthier, but they keep slipping and eating unhealthy food. This is more common than you might think. It isn’t just your elderly loved one giving...
by Katharina Villanueva, RN, BSN, CCRN-K, SCRN, CNRN, DN, CDP | Jun 8, 2020 | Caregiver Potomac MD, Senior Hair Care
When your mom no longer can care for her hair, a caregiver or family member needs to help her. If you’re the family carer who is helping wash and style her hair, it may be hard to remember everything you need to do. These hair care tips will help you get...
by Katharina Villanueva, RN, BSN, CCRN-K, SCRN, CNRN, DN, CDP | May 28, 2020 | Conserving Energy with COPD, Home Care Cabin John MD
COPD is a complex lung condition that affects millions of people. Living with COPD can be difficult, but it’s easier when your senior is willing to conserve some of her energy. That means that she’s spending her energy wisely, especially on days that she’s not feeling...
by Katharina Villanueva, RN, BSN, CCRN-K, SCRN, CNRN, DN, CDP | May 12, 2020 | An Update Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19), Nest & Care Coronavirus guidelines, Nest & Care News
Nest & Care is committed to the safety of all our clients and caregivers. During these uncertain times, we want you to know that we are here for you, now more than ever.
