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Community Nurse Home Care has earned the 2023 SHPBestTM “Superior Performer” Home Health Patient Satisfaction Award & “Superior Performer” Hospice Caregiver Satisfaction Award  Fairhaven, MA, August 1, 2024 – Community Nurse Home Care has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a “Superior Performer” for achieving an overall patient satisfaction score that ranked in…

In an era where technology is transforming our lives in so many ways, Community Nurse Home Care recognized one innovation that stands out for its ability to offer solace and companionship to those in need: electronic pets. These lifelike companions are not just toys; they serve as invaluable companions for individuals nearing the end of…

Over the past 5 years, Community Nurse Home Care has been offering follow-up support for our most fragile, recently discharged patients through our Care Transitions Program. This program helps to ensure that patients are following their health management routines while enhancing their independence and reducing hospitalizations. Through this supportive service we reinforce education, clarify questions and…

Tip 1: Budget calories wisely. All calories are not the same. It is best to consume lean protein, whole grains, fresh fruits, and vegetables in moderate portions. During the holiday season, there are special recipes prepared and high calorie sweets which are packed with empty calories. Enjoying these foods in moderation will not sabotage your…

The focus for this year’s campaign is “Taking action to prevent diabetes health problems”. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 37 million Americans are living with diabetes and 96 million are living with pre-diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic health condition which affects how your body turns food into energy. Your body breaks…

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Community Nurse Home Care’s patient focused, 5-star rehab staff has some suggestions to help keep you and your family safe. Making your home safer Clear out objects that can make you trip/keep objects off…

National Immunization Awareness Month is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccines for people of all ages. Our focus for this post will be vaccines recommended for adults. Flu Shot Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. Some people,…

Know the difference between a hurricane “watch” and “warning.” Listen for National Weather Service alerts on TV or radio or check for them online. There are two kinds of alerts: A hurricane watch means hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 miles per hour [mph] or higher) are possible in a stated area. Experts announce hurricane…

Hurricane season starts on June 1 in the Atlantic and the Caribbean. It ends on November 30. Before hurricane season each year, make sure you and your family are prepared by planning ahead. Write down emergency phone numbers and keep them on the refrigerator or near every phone in your house. Program them into your…

Dr. C. Douglas Fogg has spent years caring for the Southcoast Community as a well-known and respected surgeon and wound care physician for 44 years before retiring in 2015. Dr. Fogg’sconnection to Community Nurse Home Care goes back many of those years. As long as he can remember, he has been referring patients to Community…

Foodborne illness tends to increase during the summer months because bacteria multiply faster when temperatures are warm. People also cook outside, away from refrigerators, thermometers, and sinks. Approximately 1 in 6 Americans are stricken with foodborne illness each year. This month, we will talk about simple steps we can take to decrease the risk for…