What is the Difference between a PSW and a Nurse?
The difference between a PSW and a Nurse is education and scope of practice. The front-line healthcare workers consist of PSWs, RPNs, Registered Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners. Personal Support Worker (PSW) A personal support worker (PSW) can be a beneficial support for a family to lessen the pressure a family may feel with all the […]
Promyse Home Care Mission, Vision, Values & FAQs
When considering home care services for a loved one, understanding the company helps decide who to entrust with your loved one’s care. Promyse Home Care team of nurses & caregivers offers a wide range of home and healthcare services for those looking for the highest quality of professional & caring support. Mission: “To improve the […]
Taking Care of our Seniors’ Mental Health
Our Seniors’ mental health is so important to nurture in a positive way. Statistics show that one in four seniors may experience depression, anxiety, or dementia. The number of seniors with mental illnesses may double by 2030. Depression is the most common mental health concern in older people. Unfortunately, two-thirds of seniors with mental health […]
How to Care for a Loved one at Home after a Stroke
There is life – and hope – after a stroke. With time, new routines will become second nature. Rehabilitation can build your strength, capability, and confidence. It can help you continue your daily activities despite the effects of your stroke. When you are the primary caregiver for at-home care for a loved one who has […]
Sharing the Holidays with our Senior Loved Ones
The holidays are a busy and exciting time for people of all ages! Sometimes it can be more difficult for our seniors. Cold weather can keep our seniors indoors, making it possible for isolation, loneliness and even depression. With so much happening, we want to keep our senior loved ones in the festivities as much […]
How to Prepare your home for Seniors after Surgery
It can be overwhelming for family caregivers and loved ones assisting seniors in thinking about all the things that must be done when preparing for a return from surgery. The first thing to remember is that support and assistance are always available from services like Promyse Home Care. Having professional help to address questions and […]
At Home Care for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
Keeping your loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia safe at home may sometimes be overwhelming. There is help for your loved one and you and your family. Remaining at home with Alzheimer’s has been shown to help our loved ones stay healthier and happier and live longer. When looking after a loved one that you are close […]
Why In-Home Nursing and Post-Retirement professionals are the Best Choices
Are you or a loved one considering in-home post-retirement or nursing care? Our Promyse Home Care professional caregivers will be able to give you the best care! What qualifies an in-home care professional to provide you or a loved one with the best care possible? All our in-home care professionals are medically trained, and many […]
Standing Up for Retired Persons: A Conversation with Ashley Fox
Ashley Fox, RPN, LNC, and Community Outreach Coordinator at Promyse Home Care, is passionate about senior care! We met with Ashley at Promyse Home Care to discuss what motivates her to work with geriatric patients and do good for the world in this venue! Q: What inspires you to get up every morning? Ashley: The […]
The Benefits of In-Home Care Over a Nursing Home
When it comes to long-term care, you need to find the right balance of comfort and simplicity for your needs – and in-home care provides both! Aging, and the limitations that come with it, is a reality all of us must face. Whether you are considering long-term care options for a loved one or yourself, […]
