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Visiting Angels San Diego Metro Area, CA

Does your senior loved one have trouble driving themselves to places they need to go? If so, professional caregivers from Visiting Angels can get them where they need to go! Learn how our incidental transportation services help seniors in the San Diego Metro area.

Visiting Angels San Diego Metro is proud to announce that the Visiting Angels Home Office recognizes our very own Maritri Savino. She is moving on to Round 2 for the Visiting Angels 2023 National Caregiver of the Year Award.

Wandering is common in dementia, often caused by confusion, restlessness, or past habits. Rather than restricting movement, a better way is to create a safe environment that can reduce stress and agitation. Professional caregivers, like Visiting Angels, offer support to ensure safety and peace of mind for families.

Growing older at home shouldn’t be about getting older—it should be about living better and happier. A senior’s golden years can be a time of happiness, joy, and comfort if they have the right mindset and support. We've gathered three of our favorite quotes about aging to illustrate this point and inspire a new perspective on the passage of time.

Anger is a normal human emotion in all of us, but Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can dramatically exacerbate anger issues in seniors. Although aggressive behavior may seem spontaneous, there is often a legitimate reason — or multiple motives. Learn the various triggers and seven strategies for handling anger and dementia.