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When an older loved one in your life can't take care of themselves like they could in the past, you begin to worry. You worry about their safety and their health. You stay up at night thinking about their quality of life and how it can be improved. You may wonder whether you'll have enough time, energy, and patience to care for them while you balance your own family and work obligations. You've heard that most seniors - 94% according to Forbes - prefer to stay in their own homes as they age. But if the senior in your life can stay at home, what then?
For many families, home care in Kennesaw, GA, presents an affordable, compassionate answer to that question. Home care is quickly becoming the first choice for older seniors because it supports the family while allowing your loved one to age gracefully in the familiar, safe surroundings of their own home and community.
If you're trying to keep your mom, dad, or senior relative safe and happy in the home they love, it's time to connect with Opa Home Care for a consultation.
At Opa Home Care, our goal is to serve your senior loved one throughout their aging journey. We do so by prioritizing a continuing care model customized to your senior loved one's needs. We often begin this relationship by providing compassionate in-home care services for seniors who only need a little help around the house. When a senior is discharged from a hospital or facility after a fall or illness, we offer short-term care in the weeks that follow their return home. And when a senior receives hospice and palliative care, we supplement that care by staying with them around the clock.
Opa's continuum of care involves a comprehensive approach to delivering healthcare services that are tailored to an individual's evolving needs over time. This integrated system covers preventive care, primary care, acute treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term support, with a focus on ensuring smooth transitions between different levels and settings of care.
By promoting coordination and continuity among healthcare providers and settings, the continuum of care aims to improve health outcomes, enhance the patient experience, and make more efficient use of resources, ultimately raising the overall quality of care provided to individuals and communities.
Simply put, families choose Opa because our caregivers and staff members truly care about the senior loved one in your life. Some highlights of our senior care program include:
We're proud to have a team of over 14,000 credentialed caregivers, CNAs, and nurses who work with our experienced leadership team to provide a tailored, efficient experience for clients.
When you trust Opa as your home care provider, you won't ever have to worry about your senior going without care. In the unlikely event that your scheduled caregiver must miss a shift, we'll have another caregiver lined up and sent to your home ASAP.
As in-home care experts, we understand that the need for compassionate care doesn't follow a 9-5 schedule. When you reach out with questions or concerns, you'll always find a person on the other end of the line. We'll take as much time as needed to understand your situation and work hard to set up intake in a quick, efficient manner.
At Opa Home Care, we know that no two seniors have the same needs and budget requirements. As such, we customize every one of our care plans to cater to your desires, needs, and budget.
In-home care is a valuable option for seniors who want to age comfortably in their own homes. Cost is a major concern for many families, but in-home care is often more affordable than people expect. Hiring an in-home caregiver for a few hours a week can be cheaper than other long-term care options, even for seniors with more complex needs. At Opa Home Care, we'll work with you to create a Care Plan that meets your needs and fits your budget. After assessing your or your loved one's care requirements, we'll design an in-home care plan that's both suitable and affordable for you.
Other potential resources to help offset potential home care costs can include:
Our team understands the challenges that come with aging. That's why Opa is dedicated to providing personalized care that's easily accessible. You can get started by calling one of our locations in Georgia, where a team member will listen to you and explain our in-home care options. We make scheduling calls and meetings simple, bringing dignity to you and your loved ones by offering a flexible, straightforward care process from beginning to end.
"Home is where the heart is." This saying may sound a bit cliche, but it holds true for many seniors in America. When given the choice, most older adults prefer to age in their own homes. According to an AARP study, three out of four adults over 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they grow older.
When you consider why, it makes sense. A person's home represents a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity. Keeping seniors comfortable and healthy in their own homes as they receive care is the essence of aging in place. This approach ensures that, after spending time in a hospital or nursing facility, seniors can return home with the assistance of caregivers from home care agencies like Opa.
That's especially important because as we age, we often rely on others for assistance. When family members are too busy or live far away, in-home senior care becomes a practical solution. Home care services allow seniors to maintain personal independence while receiving reliable support from trained caregivers.
At Opa Home Care, we provide a comprehensive range of non-medical home care services to help seniors stay healthy while preserving their independence. As your senior loved one ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to express your love, especially if you live far away.
Some of the most common aging-in-place services we provide include:
If someone you care about is unable or unwilling to stay alone either during the day or overnight, our in-home caregiver services can provide the assistance they need. We understand that loneliness can have a significant impact on an individual's mental and physical health, and we are here to offer the necessary support to ensure their well-being.
Opa caregivers provide much-needed help with maintaining personal hygiene, dressing and eating, and aiding with mobility. We also provide transportation assistance, help facilitate communication, assist with medication management, offer support with home maintenance, and provide assistance with shopping and meal preparation.
Long-term spouses and partners rely on one another for companionship and love. That's why, at Opa, we can develop specialized care plans for aging couples who need home care in Kennesaw, GA.
Opa caregivers are here to help you or your elderly family member with running errands like getting to and from medical appointments, picking up prescriptions or groceries, and attending community activities to stay engaged and active.
Sometimes, seniors need around-the-clock in-home care. Our experienced caregivers are available to stay with your loved ones for an extended period to ensure they stay happy and healthy at home.
Short-term care, also known as post-acute care, typically takes place following a hospital or skilled nursing facility discharge, which often occurs after a surgical procedure or illness necessitating assistance during the recovery period. Short-term care for surgery or illness recovery typically lasts several weeks. Our experienced short-term caregivers will follow your hospital's guidelines and your personalized support plan to ensure your senior's recovery and healing stay on track.
Some of the most common short-term home care services we provide at Opa include:
Loneliness can greatly affect someone's mental and physical well-being. That's especially true after having a major surgery or illness. If your loved one cannot or does not want to be left alone after being discharged from a hospital or care facility, our short-term caregivers are ready to help.
Short-term caregivers from Opa can provide essential support with daily personal care, including grooming, getting dressed, eating, and getting around. Our services also include transportation, communication assistance, medication management, household upkeep, and help with shopping and meal preparation.
We offer stand-by assistance while your senior loved one takes a shower, goes to the bathroom, moves from room to room, and walks outdoors. We can also provide stand-by assistance while your senior completes exercises and activities prescribed by Physical and Occupational Therapists.
Hospice care is not tied to a specific location; it's more about the approach to care itself. Most people who are nearing the end of their lives express a strong wish to spend their final months at home. This type of care involves a comprehensive team that considers the physical, spiritual, emotional, and social needs of the individual. Hospice focuses on providing comfort rather than pursuing curative treatments, without hastening the dying process.
While the hospice and palliative care team for your senior will provide medication and some additional support, they aren't able to be with your loved one all the time. Our caregivers are there to complement your hospice and palliative care team by offering round-the-clock assistance to the senior in your life. Opa caregivers can also ensure that the needs of a spouse are met during this challenging period. Our goal is to give your family the chance to cherish your loved one while our team takes care of their personal needs.
Homemaking services encompass a range of tasks, including cleaning, cooking, laundry, grocery shopping, home upkeep, and organization.
When a senior is going through hospice, personal care often suffers. We provide much-needed assistance with tasks such as eating, dressing, bathing, grooming, medication reminders, and more. That way, you can focus on spending time with your elderly parent or relative.
In challenging and emotional times, they say that it takes a village to stay healthy and focused. That's true in many aspects of life, but especially during hospice and palliative care. Our caregivers can help cook meals, provide transportation, and complete errands, so all you have to focus on is being present and positive.
At Opa Home Care in Kennesaw, GA, a large percentage of our clients consist of selfless and concerned adult children who know their parents need extra help at home. Caring for your aging parents can be an incredibly rewarding act of love. As you reflect on the care they provided you while you were growing up, you now have the chance to reciprocate. However, caregiving comes with its own set of challenges. It's crucial to anticipate these challenges and learn how to effectively manage them in order to safeguard your own health and well-being.
Here are three of the most difficult challenges that family caregivers may encounter when looking after their elderly parents or loved ones.
As people age, their sleep patterns can be disrupted, causing them to wake up multiple times during the night. This can be due to a shift in their internal body clock, stress, or worry. If dementia is a factor, you may need to be vigilant, as sundowning and wandering could occur. Caring for your parents or a loved one requires a clear and rested mind, which is why getting enough sleep is essential for both your well-being and your ability to provide the best care. After all, you don't want to get so burnt out and tired that you take a trip to the hospital. Avoid getting burnt out and exhausted, as it could lead to a trip to the hospital.
Taking care of aging parents can feel overwhelming and like you're shouldering the entire brunt of responsibility. Moreover, thinking that you're the sole caregiver can be stressful and put unneeded strain on other relationships in your life. It's crucial to understand that caregiving is not a one-person task. Trying to handle it alone can lead to burnout, depression, and other serious health issues. It can also negatively impact the quality of care your parents receive.
Living with your parents can affect both your physical and emotional privacy, especially if one or both need significant amounts of attention. This can lead to feelings of fear and disorientation when you're not around. Similarly, it can be challenging for your parents to maintain their own privacy while you're taking care of them.
It's crucial to have a break from caregiving to maintain a healthy life balance. Opa's in-home caregivers can give you that essential time off while ensuring top-notch care for your parents. Our aging-in-place services provide opportunities for your parents or older relatives to socialize and enjoy engaging activities, all while giving you the chance to focus on self-care. Rest assured that your parents are in good hands while you take a well-deserved break.
One of the biggest reasons why clients choose Opa Home Care is because we believe working with seniors is a privilege. Our caregivers love what they do and find joy in keeping older adults healthy, happy, and safe at home. When we work with your loved one, we want to get to know them. We want to know the foods they like, the music they listen to, and what makes them feel comfortable. We want to know if they would rather watch a movie or go for a walk. They may forget to take their meds, but we'll be there night and day to remind them. Our goal is to provide the maximum amount of comfort, independence, and compassionate care to every client we serve.
The first step in getting quality home care in Kennesaw, GA, starts with a one-on-one consultation with an experienced Opa care coordinator. This initial meeting is needed so our team can learn more about your needs and the level of care you require. If you're ready to help the senior in your life age in the solitude of their home, we're ready to help.
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Both Georgia State and Kennesaw State are looking to bounce back from defeat this Friday as they meet in a non-conference NCAAB matchup.The game is scheduled to begin at 7pm ET at the Panthers' GSU Convocation Center home in Atlanta, GA. For more information on this game please keep reading to enjoy our exclusive Kennesaw State Owls vs. Georgia State Panthers prediction and picks.Get our top NCAAB Predictions and increase your bankr...
Both Georgia State and Kennesaw State are looking to bounce back from defeat this Friday as they meet in a non-conference NCAAB matchup.
The game is scheduled to begin at 7pm ET at the Panthers' GSU Convocation Center home in Atlanta, GA. For more information on this game please keep reading to enjoy our exclusive Kennesaw State Owls vs. Georgia State Panthers prediction and picks.
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Kennesaw State (6-3) saw its early season momentum halted somewhat in the past week. After opening 5-1 the Owls lost two games and won one at the Western Slam in Alberta, Canada, the most recent loss coming by a margin of 60-67 against Kent State. That leaves Kennesaw State fifth in the Conference USA so far, having finished ninth in the Atlantic Sun Conference last year with a 6-10 conference record (15-15 overall).
Simeon Cottle was the stand-out performer in defeat last time round. The junior guard put up 17 points, three rebounds and four assists while also shooting 6-6 from the free-throw line. On the season he leads the Owls in scoring with 15.8 points while also contributing 2.9 rebounds and 3.4 assists. As a team Kennesaw State scores 80.2 points a game (94th) and allows 70.7 (173rd).
Georgia State (4-4) failed to cause any surprises in its last outing as the Panthers were beat comfortably by the AP's No. 8-ranked Kentucky. The Wildcats ran out 105-76 winners, pushing Georgia State back to .500 on the season and 10th in the Sun Belt Conference prior to the start of inter-conference play at the end of December.
Prior to that loss, the Panthers had won three out of four to recover from a tough start to the 2024-25 season. Scoring points has been their big Achilles heel. Senior guard Zarique Nutter leads Georgia State with an average of 17.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.9 assists, while Nick McMullen has been strong around the nets with a Sun Belt-leading 10.1 rebounds per game. But as a unit Georgia State averages a 194th-best 75.4 points per game and has been held under 80 in six of its eight matchups. With an average of 77.8 points allowed (313th) the Panthers also rank near the bottom of Division I on defense.
Portillo’s, the Illinois-based fast-casual chain known for its Chicago-style street food, is set to open its first Georgia location in 2025.Located in Town Center at Cobb at 400 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy NW in Kennesaw, the eatery will utilize Portillo’s’ “restaurant of the future” design. The 6,250-square-foot space will feature seating for more than 125 guests, an outdoor patio with seating for 40, double drive-thru lanes, grab-and-go...
Portillo’s, the Illinois-based fast-casual chain known for its Chicago-style street food, is set to open its first Georgia location in 2025.
Located in Town Center at Cobb at 400 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy NW in Kennesaw, the eatery will utilize Portillo’s’ “restaurant of the future” design. The 6,250-square-foot space will feature seating for more than 125 guests, an outdoor patio with seating for 40, double drive-thru lanes, grab-and-go retail area, pickup shelves, and self-serve beverage area.
The menu will feature Portillo’s classics including Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, grilled burgers and chocolate cake.
“As we continue to grow and expand our footprint across the Sun Belt, entering the bustling Atlanta market was a no-brainer,” Portillo’s CEO Michael Osanloo said in a prepared statement.
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Portillo’s will soon begin hiring managers and shift leaders; applicants can receive more information at portillos.com/careers.
Founded In 1963 by Dick Portillo, the chain now has more than 90 restaurants across 10 states including Florida, Texas, Indiana and Michigan. Portillo’s also offers catering and ships its food across the U.S. via its website.
Portillo’s will join several other food and beverage concepts at Town Center at Cobb including I Luv Pho, GW Gyro and Wings, Pei Wei, Vegreen Burger and AM2PM Bistro.
Portillo’s is the latest popular chain over the past two years to enter the Georgia market for the first time, along with Whataburger, Nando’s Peri-Peri, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Torchy’s Tacos.
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ATLANTA-- After a week-long, three game road series, the Panthers return to the Convocation Center to host the I-75 challenge against Kennesaw State on Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:00 p.m.TV: ESPN+ Radio: WRAS-FM 88.5, GSU athletics app.Georgia State and Kennesaw State are meeting for the fifth time in program history. The Panthers are 3-1 on the series after falling 88-77 on the road to the Owls on Dec. 2, 2023.PANTHERS IN THE SUN BELT> Led by ...
ATLANTA-- After a week-long, three game road series, the Panthers return to the Convocation Center to host the I-75 challenge against Kennesaw State on Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:00 p.m.
TV: ESPN+ Radio: WRAS-FM 88.5, GSU athletics app.
Georgia State and Kennesaw State are meeting for the fifth time in program history. The Panthers are 3-1 on the series after falling 88-77 on the road to the Owls on Dec. 2, 2023.
PANTHERS IN THE SUN BELT
> Led by Nick McMullen, who leads the conference and ranks 13th nationally in rebounds per-game, the Panthers rank fourth overall in the Sun Belt and top 100 nationally in rebounds per game with 39.25.
> Georgia State also ranks top ten in the Sun Belt in three-point percentage (3rd/ 36.2) assists (9th/ 12.4pg), scoring offense (6th/ 75.4), fastbreak points (9th/ 10.13) and free throw percentage (8th/ 68.3).
> Nick McMullen leads the Sun Belt in almost every rebounding category, leading the conference in total rebounds (81, ranks 10th nationally), total rebounds per-game (10.1, ranks 13th nationally) and defensive rebounds per-game (7.88/ 8th nationally).
KEY RETURNERS: In a rebuild off-season for the Panthers' basketball team, head coach Jonas Hayes retained five returners from the 2023-24 squad, including Toneari Lane, Malik Ferguson, DK Dut, Brevyn Coleman and Aaron Oh
> The Panthers key returner Toneari Lane is the Panthers' second-leading scorer with 14.5 ppg, 2.3 rpg and nine assists.
> The veteran guard ranks top 10 in the Sun Belt for points per game (7th/ 14.5), three-pointers per-game (3rd/3.0), three-point percentage (6th/ 36.9) and total points (9th/ 116).
> Lane set a career-high three steals against Austin Peay (Nov. 26).
> Lane scored a season-high 20 points and three rebounds in the Panthers' 106-66 win over Toccoa Falls (Nov. 18).
> The Grayson, Ga., native scored a team-high 15 points in the Panthers' road contest at Jacksonville State (Nov. 8). He followed up with 17 points in the Panthers' contest against Jax State (Nov. 13)
VETERAN TRANSFER SQUAD: Head coach Jonas Hayes and his staff have rebuilt the GSU roster with addition of seven transfers and four freshmen.
> The transfer squad brings experienced veteran players including Justin Archer (graduate, Radford), Cesare Edwards (senior, Missouri State), Zarique Nutter (senior, Northern Illinois), Darnell Evans (senior, Caldwell) and Nick McMullen (senior, UNC-Asheville).
> Northern Illinois transfer Zarique Nutter is the Panthers' leading scorer with 17.4 ppg, 4.3 rpg and 18 assists,.
> Nutter leads the conference and is 30th in the nation for free throws with 38. He is also second in the Sun Belt for double-doubles with two.
> Nutter also ranks top 10 in the conference for points per game (2nd/ 17.4), double-doubles (7th/ 1) and field goal percentage (10th/ 45.6).
> Nutter matched his career-high 6 assists against Ball State (Nov. 4), which he set at Northern Illinois in 2023.
> Nutter put up a team-high 17 points in the Panthers contest at Jax State (Nov. 13).
> Nutter scored a double-double in the Panthers' season-opener against Ball State (Nov. 4), totaling 16 points and 12 rebounds in the 71-66 victory.
> At NIU, Nutter averaged 13.7 points and 5.2 rebounds over the last two seasons. He was the Huskies second-leading scorer last season.
> Senior Cesare Edwards ranks third on the Panthers' leaderboard with 12.3 ppg, and is second in rebounding with 7.1 rpg. He totals 10 assists and four steals on the season.
> Edwards ranks second in the conference after tallying two double-doubles so far. He scored his double-doubles in the Panthers' wins against Ball State (Nov. 4) and Tulsa (Nov. 27).
> The forward ranks top ten in the Sun Belt in rebounding (5th/7.1 rpg), blocks (6th/ 8), field goal percentage (5th/ 50.0) and rebounds per game (5th/ 7.1).
> In the Panthers' season opening win over Ball State (Nov. 4), Edwards led the team with 17 points and 11 rebounds to score his first double-double of the season.
> Edwards is no stranger to head coach Jonas Hayes Staff. Before transferring to Missouri State, Edwards participated on the Xavier team that coach Hayes led before coming to GSU.
> The 6-10 center played in 33 games in his single season at Missouri State, Averaging 7.2 points and 4.8 rebounds while playing 18 minutes per game
> Senior Nick McMullen leads the Panthers defensively, totaling 81 rebounds so far this season. His 10.1 rebounds per game leads the Sun Belt and ranks 13th nationally.
> McMullen averages 9.6 ppg.
> McMullen leads the conference and ranks 29th nationally in double-doubles, totaling three. He grabbed his first in the Panthers' season-opner against Ball State (Nov. 4). He recorded his second against North Carolina Central (Nov. 22). His third came in the Panthers' win against Tulsa (Nov. 27).
> He recorded a team season-high 14 rebounds in the Panthers' contest at Jax State (Nov. 13).
> In the Panthers' season-opener against Ball State (Nov. 4), McMullen scored a double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds.
> McMullen joins the Panthers squad after two seasons at UNC-Asheville, where he participated on the 2023-24 team who made an NCAA appearance. McMullen averaged 9.0 points and 4.1 rebounds in two seasons (69 games) at UNC Asheville while shooting 57.9 percent from the field.
Following the contest against Kennesaw State, The Panthers host Charlotte on Dec. 14 at 2:00 p.m..
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