In Home Care Resources We all are getting older. You cannot avoid it. As you age, things change. You may hear common complaints from friends who need care about aging at home. You recognize that with age, living at home is challenging. Everyone wants to remain living in their home for as long as possible. […]
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August News: Time for Immunization
Immunization Awareness Each year, many adults become seriously ill and are hospitalized because of disease which can be prevented by getting immunizations up to date. Vaccination rates are generally low in the United States partly because many seniors are not aware that they need vaccines to immunize against disease. Health conditions common in seniors like […]

July News: The Heat Is On
We all love those lazy summer days visiting with family and friends. Vacations often include a trip to the beach. Or maybe you like an afternoon at the pool soaking up some rays with a cool drink nearby. Too much heat and humidity can cause problems especially for the very young and seniors. Heat illness […]

June News: Pain You Can Manage
Pain Disrupts Your Life With the beautiful spring weather in full swing, now is the time to get outdoors and do some gardening, go bicycling, try tai chi or even dust off the golf clubs and head for the golf course. But for many, living with a pain problem makes it tough to enjoy any […]

May News: Nutrition and Hydration
Nutrition & Hydration for Seniors As we age, eating right and staying hydrated can make a difference in our health and how we feel, and encourage a sense of well-being. All food and beverage choices matter. Focus on variety, amount and nutrition. Choose from all five food groups including fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods and […]

April News: Living With Arthritis
Arthritis Is A Chronic Condition. As we age, living with chronic conditions like arthritis becomes increasingly challenging. The skills of good occupational and physical therapists are especially helpful to older patients because their work is very client-centered. They can help maximize the older patient’s abilities and promote independence in self-care and family and community activities. […]

March News: Be AWake To Memory Care
Your Memory Health…Is Alzheimer’s preventable? Lifestyle choices have been found to affect memory health. Most experts agree that in the vast majority of cases, Alzheimer’s, like other chronic conditions, probably develops as a result of complex interactions among multiple factors, including age, genetics, environment, lifestyle and coexisting medical conditions. Some risk factors, like age and […]

February News: Your Healthy Heart
Top Priority Taking care of your heart health is top priority. Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death for people, young and old, so it’s particularly important for you to take care of your heart. Even if you are young and healthy there are small lifestyle changes you can make to improve your […]

January News: Fall Prevention
January is Fall Prevention Month Every 18 seconds, and older adult goes to the emergency room because of a fall. The weather outside is frightful. We cannot change winter weather, but we can take measures to prepare and be safe. Fall prevention in the elderly is an ongoing throughout the year. But in winter months, […]

December News: Handling Stress At The Holidays
Holiday Time Is Often “Stress” Time The holidays are an extra busy time of year filled with baking, shopping, and visiting with friends and family…and stress. Although these are all very fun activities for seniors, these activities may bring additional stress. Here are some helpful tips to reduce holiday stress. The holidays don’t have to […]
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I was most impressed by the rehab services I received at Fairwinds. The therapist, Matt, was so knowledgeable and caring while working with me.
We sincerely thank you for the good care you provided us! We will miss our cheerful face and lovely smile! Much thanks!
Special thanks for outstanding professional services provided by Natalia. Her unique compassion skills helps to keep my high spirits during difficult days when I get my treatment, fighting my illness. She is a very valuable employee of your agency. Thanks.
First and most impressive was the quality and professionalism of the personnel which was sent to assist in Rose Mary’s recovery. It would be difficult to pick a favorite as they were all outstanding in addressing the challenges of their task. The results are above our expectations.
My therapist, Rose is just great! She wrote down everything for me and all the exercises. If I didn’t have her, I wouldn’t be able to move after my fall! She’s a great therapist!
My nurse, Charley, is just great! I had her before! If I ever need home health again, I’m calling AW!
I think your agency is perfect the way it operates now. Change nothing. What most impressed me was the respect and care that I received. At all times the caregivers were excellent to both my husband and myself. They went out of their way to be accommodating. Thank you! —Katherine B.
Our AW caregiver never fails to thank Mary Lou for a great day and a kiss to her forehead at the end of her shift. The AW caregiver has been a source of emotional support, honest opinions, and wise counsel whenever I need it, which is often. I look forward to the future, knowing that Mary Lou is in good hands. The AW caregiver has been a blessing in our life for which we are eternally grateful.
AW Health Care is the best service we have ever experienced. We had three other nursing services and sent all three away. —Elizabeth C.
AW Health Care went above and beyond by calling my doctors to get my medications changed. —LuVerne W.