Precision Home Care

06/12/2026

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the mistreatment, neglect, and exploitation of older adults. As our senior population continues to grow, it is more important than ever to recognize the signs of elder abuse and work together to protect some of the most vulnerable members of our communities.

Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, and sexual abuse, as well as neglect. Unfortunately, many cases go unreported, often because seniors may feel afraid, isolated, or dependent on the person causing harm.

At Precision Home Care, we believe every older adult deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Our caregivers and healthcare professionals are committed to providing quality care while helping to identify and report concerns that may place a senior's health, safety, or well-being at risk.

This month, we encourage families, friends, neighbors, and community members to learn the warning signs of elder abuse and speak up if something doesn't seem right. Together, we can help create a safer, more supportive environment for older adults throughout our community.

If you suspect elder abuse, contact your local Adult Protective Services agency or law enforcement. Your awareness and action could make a life-changing difference.

06/06/2026

Congratulations to the Blue Mountain School District Class of 2026 and all Schuylkill County graduates! 🎓

Wishing each of you success, happiness, and bright futures. Congratulations, graduates! 🎉

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, all of us at Precision Home Care pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/23/2026

Dementia changes memory.
But it does not erase humanity.

Behind the confusion is still a person trying to make sense of a world that no longer feels predictable.

A person with dementia may not always find the right words, but that does not mean they do not feel fear, frustration, grief, love, embarrassment, loneliness, or hope.

Imagine knowing something is changing in your brain…
but not being able to explain it.

Imagine losing words in the middle of a sentence.
Forgetting names you desperately want to remember.
Feeling overwhelmed by noise, correction, or confusion.

And yet still needing dignity.
Still needing patience.
Still needing kindness.

One of the greatest misunderstandings in dementia care is believing that because memory changes, awareness disappears completely.

Often, it does not.

Many people living with dementia know more than they can express.

They may forget details…
but they remember emotions.

They remember the tone of your voice.
The feeling of safety.
The feeling of being rushed.
The feeling of being loved.

This is why the way we speak matters.

Slow down.
Speak gently.
Validate before correcting.
Offer reassurance before explanations.

And when they repeat themselves for the tenth time, remember:
they are not trying to frustrate you.

Their brain is trying to find stability in a world that keeps slipping away.

Dementia care is not only medical.
It is deeply emotional.
Deeply human.
And deeply sacred.

Sometimes the greatest gift you can give is not perfect answers…

but your calm presence.

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05/22/2026

Who pays for home care?

In Pennsylvania, home care services are typically paid for through a combination of:

Medicare
Medicaid / PA Medical Assistance
Community HealthChoices (CHC) & Waiver Programs
Veterans benefits
Long-term care insurance
Private pay (out-of-pocket)

Here’s the breakdown:

Medicare

Medicare generally pays for short-term skilled home health services, such as:

skilled nursing
physical therapy
occupational therapy
speech therapy
limited home health aide services

To qualify, patients usually must be:

under a doctor’s care
considered homebound
in need of skilled medical services

Medicare typically does not pay for long-term non-medical personal care alone, such as companionship, housekeeping, or ongoing assistance with bathing/dressing if no skilled need exists.

Medicaid / Pennsylvania Medical Assistance

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services administers Medicaid-funded long-term care programs that can pay for:

personal care attendants
home care aides
skilled nursing
waiver services
long-term in-home support.

Common Pennsylvania programs include:

Community HealthChoices (CHC)
HCBS Waivers
Act 150
LIFE Program.

Other payer sources for in home care:
Veterans Benefits
Long Term Care Insurances
Private pay (out of pocket)

We're here to answer any questions you have, call us today.

05/21/2026

CNAs are the heartbeat of patient care, providing the daily, hands-on support that keeps the healthcare system running ❤️

“POV: You’re ‘just a CNA’ until your loved one needs one. 👀
The CNA is the one answering the call light for the 15th time, catching the tears nobody else saw, remembering how your dad likes his coffee, fixing pillows at 3AM, cleaning up the hard moments, and still showing up with compassion.
Healthcare would completely fall apart without CNAs… but somehow they still don’t get the respect they deserve.
So let’s talk about it: What’s ONE thing people don’t realize CNAs actually do every single day?”
👇 Drop your answer below. CNA’s — this is your moment to be heard.

05/19/2026

Debbie is a wonderful educator, here she's giving some great tips on redirecting someone with dementia

05/19/2026

👇Check out this excellent explanation of dementia and Alzheimer's (they are not the same thing)

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=2302923393561980

04/18/2026

ATTENTION local businesses and residents: The Red Cross is in dire need of blood donations. A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held on Wednesday, April 22 from 1 to 6 pm. at the Orwigsburg Masonic Lodge 138. Please contact our area Red Cross blood service account manager, Jacqueline Ann Maria at 579-793-6715 with any questions.

03/20/2026