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 Alpharetta, 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 Alpharetta, 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 Alpharetta, 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 Alpharetta, 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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It’s not too early to start thinking about spring break camps! Whatever their interest, kids will discover and learn while having fun. Explore more camps your kids will love with Atlanta Parent’s Ultimate Guide to Summer Day Camps.[Featured Spring Break Camps]Table of ContentsAllian...
It’s not too early to start thinking about spring break camps! Whatever their interest, kids will discover and learn while having fun. Explore more camps your kids will love with Atlanta Parent’s Ultimate Guide to Summer Day Camps.
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Take a break from your school routine and find your spotlight at Alliance Theatre Spring Break Camp! available for students in Pre-K (age 4) through grade 5. April 7-11. Registration opens in January; register online at alliancetheatre.org.
Campers ages 5-11 can journey through Zoo Atlanta from April 7-11 during Spring Break Safari Camp. Journey through a fun-filled week of learning about animal classification. Campers will compare and contrast different classes of animals, explore adaptations that make each group unique, discover some of the research and conservation that Zoo Atlanta supports, and face off in some epic trivia battles! At the end of the week, campers will showcase their favorite animal from each class of animals that can be found at the Zoo in an all-Camp talent show! Learn more at zooatlanta.org/camp.
Trees Atlanta is the place for active and creative kids in Grades 1–6 who love the outdoors. Biking through the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum, arts and crafts, science experiments, games, friends, and fun are part of connecting with nature in the city! Junior TreeKeeper Camp offers full-week and partial-week camps during summer and school breaks. April 7-11; learn more at treesatlanta.org.
Here are more to consider:
Alpharetta Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services, ages 3-12, alpharetta.ga.us
Atlanta Botanical Garden Spring Break Family Fun, ages 6-8, atlantabg.org
City of Marietta Spring Break Camps, ages 6-12, marietta.gov/parksrec
Community Music Centers, Dunwoody, Decatur and Little 5 Points, ages 5-13, cmcatlanta.com
Douglasville Cultural Arts Council, ages 7-11, artsdouglas.org
Dunwoody Nature Center Spring Break Camp, ages 4-11, dunwoodynature.org
Flour Power Cooking Studios, ages 5-12, flourpowerstudios.com
Forefront Arts School Break Camps, ages 5-12. forefrontarts.com
Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation, ages vary, gwinnettparks.com
Kid Chess, grades K-6, kidchess.com
MJCCA – Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, ages 4-14, atlantajcc.org
Museum of Design Spring Break Camp, ages 10-14, museumofdesign.org
The Peach Pit Gym, ages 2-16, peachpitgym.com
Phase Family Learning Center School Break Camps, ages 5-10, phasefamilylearningcenter.com
Rising Stars Basketball Camp, ages 5-14, risingstarshoops.net
Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks, ages 5-10, registration.sandyspringsga.gov
School Break Art Camps at the Spruill Center, ages 5-10, spruillarts.org
Stage Door Theatre Spring Break Camp, ages 5-11, stagedoortheatre.org
The Sunshine House, ages 5-12, thesunshinehouse.com
Vinings School of Art, ages 6-14, viningsschoolofart.com
YMCA of Metro Atlanta, ages 5 and older, ymcaatlanta.org
Young Chefs Academy, Cumming, Marietta, Midtown and Sandy Springs, ages 5 and older, youngchefsacademy.com
Zone of Light Studio, ages 5-12, zoneoflightstudio.com
Be sure to check with your local YMCA, church recreation program and county recreation centers for more options.
GEORGIA — Take a break from a house full of relatives, work off the Christmas cookies and hit Georgia's trails New Year's Day as part of the nationwide initiative First Day Hike.The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has put together a list of dozens of events and locations where you can go Jan. 1. Rangers have planned more than 70 guided adventures...
GEORGIA — Take a break from a house full of relatives, work off the Christmas cookies and hit Georgia's trails New Year's Day as part of the nationwide initiative First Day Hike.
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has put together a list of dozens of events and locations where you can go Jan. 1. Rangers have planned more than 70 guided adventures where you can connect with friends, family and the great outdoors. Choose from kid-friendly strolls to heart-pumping treks and every distance in between.
An all-terrain wheelchair adventures is scheduled at Sweetwater Creek and Tallulah Gorge state parks. (Reservations required for trackchairs.) You’ll go home with great memories and a 2025 First Day Hikes sticker! Find a hike near you.
This nationwide movement was started by America’s State Parks.
Here are three possibilities in metro Atlanta:
Here is the complete list of First Day Hikes at Georgia State Parks.
The Explore Georgia site suggests First Day Hikes by region:
When you go, tag your photos with #FirstDayHikes so folks can see where you’ve been.
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A daycare worker is out on bond after she was charged with physically and sexually assaulting 12 preschoolers. Now, a thirteenth victim has come forward, filing a lawsuit accusing the same worker of abuse.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Six months after Tulsi Patel was arrested, she is out of jail on bond. She’s facing a slew of charges, including aggravated child molestation...
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — A daycare worker is out on bond after she was charged with physically and sexually assaulting 12 preschoolers. Now, a thirteenth victim has come forward, filing a lawsuit accusing the same worker of abuse.
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Six months after Tulsi Patel was arrested, she is out of jail on bond. She’s facing a slew of charges, including aggravated child molestation after what investigators say happened at the Kids ‘R’ Kids on Webb Bridge Road in July. Attorney John Bey with Bey & Associates, LLC represents the families of four alleged victims.
“Obviously, we’re disappointed. The families are disappointed,” Bey said.
The allegations at Kids ‘R’ Kids were made in July. But according to a new lawsuit, similar allegations were made against Patel months earlier at a Forsyth County preschool named Cornerstone. The owner of Cornerstone was arrested and charged with not reporting the allegation last summer.
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Now, the family of the victim at Cornerstone has filed their own lawsuit, saying Patel sexually abused their 3-year-old “to the point of bleeding.”
But the lawsuit says when the child’s parents reported the incident, the owner suggested the child “made up the story.”
For now, no trial date has been set for Patel.
Her attorney, Mike Jacobs, said in an email, “On January 17, 2025, Tulsi was granted bond and she has been released. The judge made the right decision to release her pending trial. Tulsi is presumed innocent, has no prior record, is not a flight risk of any kind, and is not (at) any risk to obstruct justice. We look forward to our day in court to address each of these allegations that have been made against her.”
“I don’t think this is the type of situation where there is any doubt that it happened. There’s a video. Everybody knows that it happened. The families are looking forward to sentencing and seeing justice served,” said Bey.
The owner of Cornerstone is due back in court this spring. Channel 2 Action News reached out to her representative for a statement on this latest lawsuit and did not hear back.
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