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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 Smarr, 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 Smarr, 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 Smarr, 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 Smarr, 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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SMARR, GADuring the summer’s first heat wave, Katie Rowland went out and painted the town.It took lots of brushes and every primary color on her sweaty pallet. She watched the sun come up over Smarr every morning and slide behind the tall trees every evening.It was a labor of love, and plenty of friends and family were there to help. When she brushed the final strokes across the bricks two weeks later, she stepped back and admired her work of art — a 260-square-foot mural depicting life in Smarr on the side o...
SMARR, GA
During the summer’s first heat wave, Katie Rowland went out and painted the town.
It took lots of brushes and every primary color on her sweaty pallet. She watched the sun come up over Smarr every morning and slide behind the tall trees every evening.
It was a labor of love, and plenty of friends and family were there to help. When she brushed the final strokes across the bricks two weeks later, she stepped back and admired her work of art — a 260-square-foot mural depicting life in Smarr on the side of an old feed and seed store.
Folks in Forsyth are known as Forsythians. Down the road in Macon, they are called Maconites.
In tiny Smarr, they proudly refer to themselves as “Smarrtians,’’ although it’s a place more down to Earth than out of this world.
Smarr is an unincorporated community in Monroe County, so nobody knows exactly how many people live there. Katie’s father, Eddie Rowland, a county commissioner, estimated the population at about 300 — not counting all the dogs, cats and cows.
He laughed and said it may have doubled since Katie’s mural made its debut in early June.
“Now, everybody wants to be a Smarrtian,’’ Eddie said.
Katie is in her fourth year as a Spanish teacher at Mary Persons High School, her alma mater. She started as a biology major at Berry College, where she played softball, then transferred to UGA and switched her major to Spanish.
She took art as an elective at UGA, which sparked her creative passion for painting. She was particularly proud of her artwork of the famous arches at the front of the campus in Athens, as well as the chapel bell tower.
She was fascinated with buildings and other architectural structures. She now draws local houses as gifts at closing for clients of her mother, Kathy Rowland, a local real estate agent.
Two years ago, with encouragement from her father, she completed a painting of Smarr, depicting buildings, landscapes and icons from different eras. She sold prints to help fund a mission trip to Puerto Rico for the Mary Persons chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
It also was the start of something big. Really big.
Her dad suggested she paint a mural on the side of the brick building at the corner of Evans and Rumble Road in downtown Smarr. (Actually, there is no “downtown” Smarr. But, if there was, this would be in the central business district — across the road from Mount Zion United Methodist Church and the confluence of Rumble Road with U.S. 41 and the railroad tracks.) It’s about a half-mile from the Rowland’s home.
They contacted the owner of the building, Jonathan Banks, and Katie went to work. They pressure-washed the 10x26 wall, then primed the brick. She used her original painting of Smarr as a blueprint.
“It was kind of like a paint by number,’’ she said. “We got out there one night and drew all the black lines around the buildings. We had the basic structure and then filled in with blocks of color.’’
The scale was different, so she had to make adjustments and add several elements. Among the ones she chose to feature was the “Smarr Rock.’’ It was dedicated to the town’s founder, William Smarr, who was there when the first train stopped on Dec. 10, 1838. With the help of local historians, Katie came up with additional ways to honor both the past and the present.
There were other challenges besides the heat — having to paint on a ladder and trying to capture details on a rough, brick surface.
Her parents were her first lieutenants, and other volunteers embraced the 150-hour project. About a dozen people contributed to the artwork. Several curious folks pulled over to ask questions and take photographs. One man stopped on his way to the recycling center, and Katie enlisted his two young daughters to help paint sunflowers on the wall.
“I was the conductor, but it was great having all that help,’’ she said. “I was not the only person working on it because it was too much of an undertaking. I never knew just doing a mural would turn into so much community involvement and a beautiful space for people enjoy. That has been the best part during the process — getting to meet people and giving them something to be proud of.’’
The mural is bold, bright and, many would say, authentic.
“I have had people tell me they thought it was a different road,’’ Katie said. “They said it’s like a new road popped up and looked so real they wanted to turn down that road.’’
Ed Grisamore teaches journalism at Stratford Academy in Macon. His column appears on Sundays in The Telegraph.
The town came together to create a mural, where each detail carries a special meaning.SMARR, Ga. — "To press all of the paint in -- that was quite difficult," says Katie Rowland.Katie admires the now-dry paint on a brick wall. Two years ago, Katie painted a picture of her home, Smarr, in Monroe County."My dad had been telling me ever since I painted it, he said, 'Man, that would be really cool on a mural,'" says Katie.That's exactly what it turned into.Katie's name is signed on the...
The town came together to create a mural, where each detail carries a special meaning.
SMARR, Ga. — "To press all of the paint in -- that was quite difficult," says Katie Rowland.
Katie admires the now-dry paint on a brick wall. Two years ago, Katie painted a picture of her home, Smarr, in Monroe County.
"My dad had been telling me ever since I painted it, he said, 'Man, that would be really cool on a mural,'" says Katie.
That's exactly what it turned into.
Katie's name is signed on the wall as the artist, but a few others fall alongside.
"We actually had a couple people pull over, and I offered to let them paint," says Katie.
They did -- people in the community grabbed a paintbrush and got to work, including families, young children, the elderly. Why? Because they love their town.
"Smarr is just a wonderful, small farming community. We don't have a lot of stores or anything like that. We have a lot of togetherness," says Eddie Rowland.
If you look at the mural, you probably don't know a lot of the places on it, because you aren't a "Smarr-tian."
"I moved here in 1993, and within the first 6 months, I heard the word 'Smarr-tian,' and then I became one," says Eddie.
The mural features a 100-year-old church, old convenience store, and homes of ancestors that created Rumble and Evans Road.
The paint strokes encompass the history of the town.
"It's like restoring, I guess, the community from the way I knew it growing up," says Frances Davis.
It's the small details that only a true "Smarr-tian" could interpret.
"My dad comes up here every year and we go dove hunting. We put him in there," says Eddie.
What about the 3 little girls riding bikes down the road on the mural? They ride every Sunday from home to church, a tradition worthy of the town's mural.
"We just like to have some fun while we go to church," says Sophie Evans.
These are tiny features that matter and bring the people together because, "I don't think there's another one anywhere," says Davis.
To them, Smarr is one-of-a-kind, and this mural represents home.
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