America Homecare Inc. has partnered with Nevvon’s Flex for Checks program to better serve our caregivers and clients! Complete the program in just THREE simple steps: register online at flexforchecks.com, complete your vaccination, and GET PAID! For each vaccine there is up to $100 available: $25 to the Worker who refers people $25 to the...
Since more and more people are getting their COVID-19 vaccines, traveling might be a concern for many. The CDC has some safer travel tips and guidelines to protect yourself and others. Remember that you are considered fully vaccinated after two weeks since your J&J shot or second dose of Moderna or Pfozer shots. Starting March...
As COVID-19 vaccines start becoming more available to larger demographics, it's important to know the vaccine side effects. These COVID-19 vaccine side effects may affect your daily routine but typically only last a few days. Some people experience no side effects at all. Experiencing side effects to the vaccine is normal and means your body...
In this blog post we cover New York's COVID-19 vaccine information and qualifications. As of January 11, New York has expanded the list of qualified persons who can receive the coronavirus (or COVID-19) vaccine. On February 15, this list was expanded even further. Beginning March 17, the following essential workers are eligible: Public-facing government and public...
If you are on this blog post, you are wondering "what is a PCR test?" As a reminder, America Homecare is now offering COVID-19 tests via drive-thru, group/corporate, or at-home testing. PCR stands for a lab technique called polymerase chain reaction. It is also called a molecular test. The test detects genetic material of the...
If you are searching for a job as a caregiver or personal assistant, then these caregiving interview tips will be a big help! It is important that you're not thinking of caregiving interviews as a regular interview. You're more than likely have to be dealing with family or close friends of a person who needs...
It's been a long time coming, but our office in Syracuse, New York is finally open! To help better serve caregivers and clients, America Homecare has opened a new location in East Syracuse, NY. The best part of this news? It means more open positions for work! If you are in search of Syracuse caregiving...
What Is a Care Plan? A care plan is a form or document that summarizes a person’s health conditions and current treatments for their care. The plan should include information about the following. Health conditions Medications Healthcare providers Emergency contacts Caregiver resources The CDC website has a great example of this type of care plan....
With cold and flu season approaching, here are some flu season protection tips and some information on the flu. Protection and precaution are especially important in this pandemic. What is the flu? Influenza is a contagious respiratory infection caused by flu viruses that travel through the air and enter the body through the nose or...
In this mask washing guide, we cover the correct, sanitary ways to wash and dry reusable face masks. Masks are crucial to controlling the coronavirus or COVID-19. Along with keeping 6-feet apart when in public and practicing social distancing, wearing a mask properly will make all the difference. Note: this mask washing guide is...