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What We are Doing To Keep You Safe

March 31, 2020

As we continue to work through these uncharted waters caused by Coronavirus,

How to Handle Stress When Caring for the Elderly

January 8, 2019

Taking care of an aging family member often requires a tremendous amount of time and energy.

Sometimes the Name Doesn’t Say it All

December 6, 2018

Capital City Nurses provides private duty home care that helps people,

Creative Ideas for Older Adults with Dementia

November 8, 2016

There are many good reasons to plan creative activities for a person with dementia.

Home Care Nursing Is a Perfect Complementary Service to In-Home Medical Care

October 8, 2018

If you are seeking a comprehensive array of services for a parent, grandparent or any other lo

Emphasizing the Importance of Infection Control in the Home

September 28, 2018

Most of us try to keep our homes as tidy as we can, but life can sort of get in the way.

Ensuring Environmental Safety for Seniors

August 15, 2018

As more seniors and families are choosing to age in place, it is imperative to understand

Food Safety Concerns for Seniors

July 8, 2018

As a home care company in Chevy Chase, MD, many of Capital City Nurses’ home care clients have

Companionship Care from a Home Care Service

June 28, 2018

It can be difficult to watch our once vibrant and independent parents grow older and lose inte

Caregiver Program – Filling the Downtime

June 20, 2018

A frequent complaint that we hear as a home care provider

The Benefits of Having a Positive Attitude for Healthy Aging

Healthy aging is where people handle the aging process by keeping a positive, engaged outlook

How Social Well-Being Helps Seniors Stay Healthy

Social well-being is especially important for seniors to remain healthy.

Advantages Of Private Duty Home Care Over Traditional Home Care Services In Alexandria VA

The demand for in-home care has been growing steadily in recent years as more individuals

Bringing Up Home Care for Your Loved Ones

There may come a time when your loved one needs in-home care

National Nurses Day: The Impact Of Compassionate Nursing On Senior Mental Health And Well-Being

As National Nurses Day approaches, it is important to recognize the integral role that nurses

The Importance of Staying Hydrated for Seniors

Seniors need to be mindful of the amount of water they drink in a day.

Steps to Reduce the Risk of Falls in Seniors

Falls are a significant risk to seniors. According to reporting from the Centers for Disease

Plan Advance Care for Your Loved Ones on National Healthcare Decisions Day

In many families, talking about advance care for loved ones is a very difficult subject.

World Health Day: Let’s Spread The Word About The Importance Of Elder Healthcare

World Health Day is sponsored by WHO, the World Health Organization

What to Do when Senior Peoples Refuse to Take Medication?

What to Do when Senior Peoples Refuse to Take Medication?