Talking Points - UV Safety Month
Monday July 26, 2010
Use the talking points as sound bites. These three sentences are the most important messages we have on the issue. Below each sentence are facts to support or clarify the point above.
During July, UV Safety Month, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Eye M.D.s around the country encourage everyone to protect their eyes from UV-related damage.
The same UV-A and UV-B rays that can damage your skin can harm your eyes as well. When you protect yourself from the sun, don't just think sunscreen – think sunglasses and a wide brimmed hat.
Excessive, prolonged UV exposure may be linked to the development of eye conditions such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
Extensive or intense exposure to UV rays can cause "sunburn" on the surface of your eye. Similar to a skin sunburn, eye surface burns usually disappear within a couple of days, but may lead to further complications later in life so protect your eyes.
To protect your eyes, wear a brimmed hat and the right kind of sunglasses when you are going to be exposed to UV light.
Wear sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays.
If you spend time on the water or in the snow, consider purchasing goggles or sunglasses that wrap around your temples because they block the sun’s rays from entering on the sides, offering better protection.
Remember sunglasses don't have to be expensive to offer the right kind of UV protection. Even inexpensive glasses can protect your eyes if they offer 99 to 100 percent UV-A and UV-B protection.
Don't forget the kids. Protect their eyes with hats and sunglasses. In addition, try to keep children out of the sun between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. when the sun's ultraviolet rays are the strongest.
It's important to protect your eyes when UV light is most intense.
Generally, UV light is at the greatest level at midday (10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.), but you need to protect your eyes whenever you're outside for a prolonged period, even when it's gray and overcast.
Reflected sunlight off water, snow and pavement can be the most dangerous type of UV light because it is intensified.
Your eyes can be harmed by UV light sources other than the sun, such as welding lamps or tanning lights. So remember to wear eye protection when using these sources of invisible, high energy UV rays.
Social Wellness Month: July
Monday July 19, 2010
Social Wellness Month is historically celebrated during the month of July. Social Wellness Month was created / sponsored by Words of Wellness and was put in place to assist people in their efforts to live a healthier life. Social Wellness Month offers an excellent opportunity to help others feel good about themselves and build stronger social ties to the ones that you love
We would like to join you in celebrating July as Social Wellness Month and encourage you to work to become a better, healthier person.
Hemochromatosis Awareness Month
Wednesday July 13, 2010
July is National Hemochromatosis Awareness Month, and since most parents, and many pediatricians, don't know about any of the signs, symptoms, or problems associated with hemochromatosis, it is a great time for everyone to learn more about it.
Hemochromatos (http://pediatrics.about.com/od/diseasesandconditions/a/hemochromatosis.htm) is a genetic disease that can be inherited from a child's parents, and which causes the child to absorb too much iron, leading to extra iron being stored in the child's liver, heart, pancreas, and other organs. And although this usually doesn't cause any symptoms in childhood, later in life it can cause them to have arthritis, heart problems, liver disease, diabetes, and many other medical problems.
Learn if your child is at risk for hemochromatosis (http://pediatrics.about.com/od/diseasesandconditions/a/hemochromatosis_2.htm), especially if any adult family members, including parents, aunts, and uncles, have already been diagnosed with hemochromatosis.
Did You Know... 15 Minutes Or Less – We Promise
June 21th, 2010
If you call a home care agency in the evening or on weekends, nothing is more frustrating than to receive an answering message and wait long periods of time for a return call. If you receive a voice message when you call us, we'll call back within fifteen minutes. We're committed to serving your needs in the way that's most convenient for you! With our elderly transportation services, we can schedule a ride to and from anywhere at any time. We can even take your reservation online with 24 hours notice. Elderly transportation and disabled transportation are available 24/7 with Visiting Angels of Lubbock.
Did You Know... We're America's Choice
June 14th, 2010
When you need care for a loved one, you'll want the agency you choose to be deep in home care experience. Our local Visiting Angels franchised agency receives training and ongoing guidance from the Visiting Angels® Franchisor corporation, Living Assistance Services, Inc (LAS). LAS (Visiting Angels®) directors have provided home care services since 1991. Visiting Angels franchised home care agencies serve thousands of client families from hundreds of Visiting Angels'" office locations (each independently owned) in more than 40 states across the USA. Visiting Angels® has been the subject of numerous newspaper articles, magazines and television publicity nationwide. We've become "America's Choice In Home Care"! Visiting Angels of Lubbock is a proud franchise with additional services for eldercare transportation and senior mobility. Call us today to see how we can help you.
Did You Know... We Are Proactive
June 7th, 2010
You won't get "lost in the shuffle" with us. Some agencies simply react to calls from clients rather than anticipating your needs in advance. We begin by reviewing your needs through discussions with family members and when necessary, with healthcare providers. Our service coordinator carefully selects the caregiver with the necessary experience and personality that is best suited to the need each client. Next, we arrange for the caregiver to visit your home so that you can participate in the selection process. After services begin, we implement our system of ongoing personalized contacts with your family to insure that the care recipient is receiving the best possible care.
Did You Know... You Can Afford The Best
May 31st, 2010
Our philosophy of home care is to never compromise on providing high quality services to your family. Our system allows you to afford a top quality caregiver. At Visiting Angels of Lubbock, we keep our overhead low to avoid passing high costs to you. In addition, we believe that our caregivers should be well paid and treated with respect. For this reason, we can attract and maintain the best quality caregivers available. We continue to excel over other caregiver agencies for this reason. Contact us for more information on how affordable our services are.
Did You Know... You Are In Charge
May 24th, 2010
You are in charge of everything. Because we are a non-medical agency and not a nursing agency, Visiting Angels of Lubbock will not dictate to you what your schedule is to be (i.e. what time to wake up, when to bathe, meal schedules etc.). You are the boss. Your schedule is our schedule! It is our job to adjust to your schedule and to keep you comfortable in your home. Other caregiver agencies can regulate your day, never Visiting Angels of Lubbock. Call us at 806-687-2780 for more information.
Did You Know... We Check Character Too!
May 17th, 2010
Visiting Angels of Lubbock runs a comprehensive background screening on each new elder caregiver and senior transportation driver. However, we also emphasize intangible traits such as a caring personality. When you try our service, you'll be pleasantly surprised to see that at Visiting Angels of Lubbock, character matters! Contact us today for more information.
Did You Know... We Recruit Experience
May 10th, 2010
You deserve to have a caregiver who is experienced in providing the elderly assistance in your home. We don't believe in "on the job training"! Our caregivers have a strong employment history in caring for seniors and have references from reliable sources (previous clients, agencies, healthcare institutions, religious and volunteer organizations etc.). As a caregiver agency, we strive to match the very best caregivers with our clients. If you ever have a problem, we are only a phone call away 24/7! Call us today to see how out elderly services and wheelchair transportation can benefit you.
Did You Know... You Can Choose Your Caregiver
May 3rd, 2010
At Visiting Angels of Lubbock we know it isn't easy to make the decision to invite a caregiver into your home to provide home care. That's why our personalized screening system is designed to maximize your peace of mind. You'll have the opportunity to interview any caregiver that we refer to you, We let you choose the caregiver you trust. With Visiting Angels of Lubbock you are always in control of your home assisted living
Did You Know... Nursing Homes Are Not Your Only Choice
April 29th, 2010
Sometimes, nursing homes or retirement centers seem like the only options for care. At Visiting Angels of Lubbock we provide elderly programs such as home assisted living and non emergency transportation that allows people to maintain the independence of their daily routines and familiar surroundings. We can help your loved ones avoid the emotional trauma of leaving their cherished home. We believe that you and your family should have a choice about where and how to live, as well as who will provide your care. Our senior home services do just that. Call us today to see how our Angels can help you.
Did You Know... Series
April 19th, 2010
Over the next three months we are running a series of short articles on our blog to help you through the difficult decisions around choosing an elderly program that helps in senior transportation and home assisted living. Our updates will be on our blog and we are always available to answer any questions you may have. Check back here as we update and contact us anytime to see how Visiting Angels of Lubbock can help you with caring for the elderly in your life.
YouTube Video
March 27, 2010
Operation Golden Rule Pictures
January 6, 2010
Thank You!
December 22, 2009
The staff of Visiting Angels would like to thank all the individuals, churches, schools, hospitals, and businesses who lovingly gave from their heart to our nursing home residents in Lubbock. Your compassion and generosity to those Seniors who have selflessly given of themselves to create a better environment for each generation that followed will have a lifelong impact. Our Lord stated, “When you have done it to the least of these, you have done it unto me.”
Thanks you for giving the most important gift that could be given this season….LOVE!!
May God richly bless you and yours in 2010! Chris Faubus, RN, Owner, Visiting Angels
Operation Golden Rule 2009 Announced
October 24, 2009
Join Visiting Angels this year as we honor the seniors who have given so much to our community. We will be collecting the following items and distributing them to those who need them most. Monetary donations are also welcome. All proceeds will to go the Golden Rule project. Checks are payable to Visiting Angels. Please bring only new items to the Visiting Angels offices at 3502 Slide Road Ste. A-2 Lubbock, Texas 79414. map
NURSING HOME ITEMS FOR OPERATION GOLDEN RULE – 2009
Socks – Men’s/Women’s
Cologne – Men’s/Women’s
Slippers with rubber bottom
Big Print Word Search
CD’s – gospel, country, big band, etc.
Scented Lotions
C.D. Players
Big Print Crossword Puzzles
Crayons/Coloring Books
Scented powder/baby powder
Body Spray
Men’s caps
Scented shampoos/conditioners
Lap blankets
Snacks – Chips/cheese crackers/cookies/ individually wrapped pastries
Decorator pictures for wall hanging
Head sets for CD’s
Coin purses
Games – Chess/Monopoly/Skip Bo/Playing cards/dominos/checkers
Western movies – John Wayne/Gunsmoke/Bonanza, etc.
Sweaters/coats – Men’s/women’s
Large print bibles
Bible on tape
Knit caps/toboggans
Winter mittens/gloves
Electric razors
Robes – Men’s/women’s
Sweat Suits – Men’s and Women’s – All Sizes
***ALL ITEMS MUST BE NEW***
Great Websites To Visit
October 22, 2009
If you would like to visit the websites of some Visiting Angels friends, check these out:
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website geared toward answering your questions in finding the right care for your loved ones. It is our sincere hope that your loved ones are provided with the best and most affordable care. If you do not find the answer to your questions here, or just want to talk to a real person with answers, contact us today.
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Visiting Angels of Lubbock is a licensed
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by the State of Texas.
The staff of Visiting Angels would like to thank all the individuals, churches, schools, hospitals, and businesses who lovingly gave from their heart to our nursing home residents in Lubbock. Your compassion and generosity to those Seniors who have selflessly given of themselves to create a better environment for each generation that followed will have a lifelong impact. Our Lord stated, “When you have done it to the least of these, you have done it unto me.”
Thanks you for giving the most important gift that could be given this season….LOVE!!
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