Animal Tales 'i ~ ADVERTORIAL ~ 29 | Thursday November 2, 2017 | Peak Home Health Care wants you to know you're not alone By Catarina Muia Aging is a difficult process - both for those who are getting older and realizing they can't do everything on their own anymore - and for their children and grandchildren who become responsible for caring for them. Peak Home Health Care (PHHC) is a new service to Oakville and the GTA that allows seniors to live at home, and have a professional caregiver come to them and assist with everything from gardening and groceries, to providing everyday medical assistance to those with health conditions. "The idea for Peak Home Health Care was inspired by our grandmother," said Tyler Stothers, co-founder of PHHC. "We would help her out, but she still wanted and needed her independence. Eventually her health declined and the care she needed became greater but we did not want her to lose the comfort of being in her own home. That's when we realized there was a need for this service, and we couldn't be the only job; it's a strong-willed, proud generation and they don't like to ask for help" said Stothers. "They pride themselves on building a life, having financial secu rity, and never asking anyone for anything, ever" But he explained that when you start noticing chang es in behaviour or cognitive ability, depression or dif ficulties with household management tasks, it is time to take a closer look at what may be going on in the home. In order for the client to be as comfortable with the situation as possible, those at PHHC try their best to match the clients with caregivers that understand and respect their needs while maintaining their sense of independence. "Our workers try to facilitate a relationship, and treat everyone like family" explained Stothers, "It's about relationship building, and that usually doesn't take too long because we require that our caregivers be personable, flexible and empathetic. They're like an extension of the family who can take over and pro vide much needed support" It can be as simple as companionship, light house keeping, dressing, laundry, meal preparation, and in teractive activities. For those who need medical assistance, PHHC has personal care professionals, almost all of whom, have certifications in areas such as public food han dling, medication administration, gentle persuasive approach, and Alzheimer's certifications. These per sonal care professionals can provide services with administering medication, changing dressings, IV therapy, injury care, and pain management. Every member of the PHHCa team is required to have their basic CPR/first aid training, receive his or her an nual flu shot, pass the TB test, and are fully bonded and insured. PHHC workers also ensure that families receive regu lar updates on the ongoing care of their loved ones. "We have a strong follow-up process. Many families want to know what's happening every step of the way, but why wouldn't they?" said Stothers"We're taking care of their family, this is their loved one, and we appreciate that. We were once in their shoes so we know firsthand the importance of ongoing com munication" As the company continues to grow, Sto thers explained that he wants to keep a small town, small business feel to the services. "Our goal is to alleviate the stress on families that are working full time and struggling to provide the needed care for their loved ones. We want to make home care a vi able option for all individuals that would prefer to stay in their own home for as long as possible" PHHC is located at 2384 Dalebrook Drive in Oakville. For more information call 905-582-7992, email info@peakhomehealthcare.ca or visit www.peakhomehealthcare.ca. ConnectedtoyourCommunity" Please send your animal photo, with a brief photo caption explaining the photo, along with who should get the photo credit, and the Beaver will do its best to publish the submissions in our new Animal Tales feature. Please forward submissions to ablackburn@oakvillebeaver.com. Eye in the sky OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com | Keith Gardiner photo This red-tailed hawk recently paid a visit to the garden of Keith and Faye Gardiner on All Saints Crescent in Oakville. The hawk was enjoying the view from its perch atop a large evergreen. The L a w Offices o f T homas H . M a r sh a l l , Q .C . 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