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I guess you can call me a word nerd, but I recoil when folks drone on (and on) about COVID-19 and their take on “the facts”.  Any time, but especially in an emergency, it is necessary to choose your words carefully.  Please, please, please don’t speak if you don’t...

It is not in the good times that character reveals itself. It is in the tough times.  I firmly believe that fact -- and the fact that so many of the recent revelations haven’t been all that pretty.  Hasn’t each of us been witness to this over the past several weeks?...

I am frugal and I am proud of it.  One way that has manifested itself in my life is by the fact that I have taken shopping to a new level.  I watch the grocery store for butcher’s bargains (I love those – best deals are at 6:30 a.m.-ish on a Saturday at my...

The holidays can be a wonderful and joyous time of the year for many people. Amid decorating, shopping, and visiting friends and family, it can be easy to forget that individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia may have a difficult time coping with the season....

It is a known fact that as summer approaches in Houston, the temperatures climb to steamy highs. That’s why it’s especially important during these hot months to check in on senior neighbors and loved ones. Now is the time for Encore Caregivers to share the CDC’s...

Some interesting developments in Alzheimer’s research have come from the Gladsone Institutes recently. In experiments conducted using mice, Jorge Palop, PhD, and his team have found a way to reengineer certain neurons connected to epileptic activity, which is commonly...

Dark Chocolate is Healthy!!!!! Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health posted a notable paper which gives the go-ahead to dark chocolate eating. (My best day ever!) Why? Extensive research by credible sources with interesting, positive results. They...

We have a culture of attraction and accomplishment at Encore Caregivers – and that is why we hire and keep outstanding caregivers. Following are some of the reasons why our caregivers are so loyal – they are sure that we care for them: Large, established in-home care...

You may have seen the recent news video of the private caregiver being physically and verbally abusive to her elderly client. It was shocking and reprehensible.   Fact: A caregiver hired from an unlicensed agency or hired privately represents an unknown that can pose...

It is time to be thankful — and as Encore Caregivers is preparing to celebrate our millionth hour of service to seniors, we want the world to know that we have a true attitude of gratitude. We are thankful … for our client, for the abilities of our caregivers to meet...

Influenza continues to spread illness across the country and flu-related hospitalization and death indicators have increased sharply in recent weeks with the heaviest toll on people 65 and older. The Center for Disease Control is urging seniors to seek treatment for...

Are you worried that it’s Alzheimer’s? Only a qualified doctor can conclude (and not with 100% certainty) that a living person has Alzheimer’s Disease, but the following are 8 tell-tale signs. If you see these symptoms in your loved one, consult your family doctor....

When a client is cared for by Encore Caregivers, they can expect high quality companionship, homemaking and personal care. They get that and more as we strive to meet and exceed client expectations. What is sometimes an unexpected bonus, and a completely complimentary...

When a client is cared for by Encore Caregivers, they can expect high quality companionship, homemaking and personal care. They get that and more as we strive to meet and exceed client expectations. What is sometimes an unexpected bonus, and a completely complimentary...

Lucky for Encore Caregivers clients, they have experts on their side. Not only does the company communicate with the client and the insurance company, but the staff can guide clients every step of the way. We know that our client’s inattention to details can result in...

The number of Americans aged 65 and older is projected to more than double from 46 million today to over 98 million by 2060. We also know that 40% of adults aged 65+ need daily assistance. Who is there to help as America ages? Encore Caregivers.

Our caregivers are well-trained, nice, friendly people. They are so thoughtful and take good care. Jody, Houston, TX 77056 Strong work ethic and genuine compassion – best care specialists and management by far! Sam, Houston, TX 77025 They were very responsive and...

9 out of 10 Americans 65 and older want to stay at home for as long as possible, and 80% think their current home is where they will always live. Home Care Association of America, The Value of Home Care. (2016)

Look who’s shining in the in-home care arena in the Houston metro area! It’s us! Encore Caregivers honored as follows: 2016 Premier Service Provider, Cityof.com; Best Home Health Agency in Memorial,  Best of Living Magazine 2016; 2016 Spectrum Award for Excellence in...

*Is the agency licensed by the state of TX? *Are the caregivers CNAs (Certified Nurses’ Assistants)? *Has a criminal background check been done on the caregivers? *Have personal and professional references been checked? *Has the state of TX Department of Aging and...