--- title: True Care Blog | True Care (23) description: The True Care Blog gives you information about Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver resources, Health and Lifestyle, and Insider News. (23) --- ![banner](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/hs-fs/hubfs/True%20Care%20Website/Images/Career%20General%20Page/banner.png?width=1920&name=banner.png "banner") [![truecare logo](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TrueCare_Webiste_May2018/Images/Header%20Navigation/TC_logo.png?width=254&name=TC_logo.png "truecare logo")](http://www.truecareny.com/) [CALL NOW 718-854-8783 **](tel:718-854-8783) [**](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/search) - [Health & Lifestyle (53)](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/health-lifestyle) - [Caregiver Corner (50)](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/caregiver-corner) - [Alzheimer's & Dementia (37)](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/alzheimers-dementia) - [Coronavirus Updates (21)](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/coronavirus-updates) - [Insider News (20)](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/insider-news) - [wellbeing (8)](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/wellbeing) [![truecareblog header image_v5](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/hs-fs/hubfs/truecareblog%20header%20image_v5.jpg?width=2000&name=truecareblog%20header%20image_v5.jpg "truecareblog header image_v5")](https://www.truecareny.com/blog) [![TC_logo](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/hs-fs/hubfs/True%20Care%20Website/Images/Header%20Navigation/TC_logo.png?width=254&name=TC_logo.png "TC_logo")](http://www.truecareny.com/) [CALL NOW 718-854-8783 **](tel:718-854-8783) [**](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/search) # True Care Blog listing page ## [COVID-19 Update: 5/29/2020](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/covid-19-update-5/29/2020) Posted by [Laura Silverstein, MSN, RN, WCC](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/author/laura-silverstein) in [Coronavirus Updates](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/coronavirus-updates) [![COVID-19 Update: 5/29/2020 ](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3938498/engin-akyurt-fboaVuIdgzU-unsplash_blog_fi.jpg) ](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/covid-19-update-5/29/2020) It is True Care’s mission to protect our clients, home health aides and our nurses. COVID-19 is a new virus that has required the world to quickly adapt and find ways to stay safe; as a trusted Home Care Agency, we immediately put protocols in place to ensure safety and continued quality of care for our clients. We are following city, state and federal guidelines and have implemented many initiatives and programs to address the concerns of infection from COVID-19.  [1 Comment](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/covid-19-update-5/29/2020#comments-listing) [Read More →](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/covid-19-update-5/29/2020) ## [Instructions on the Proper Use of PPE](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/proper-use-of-ppe) Posted by [Laura Silverstein, MSN, RN, WCC](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/author/laura-silverstein) in [Caregiver Corner](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/caregiver-corner) [![Instructions on the Proper Use of PPE ](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3938498/michael-amadeus-oidJ1WGkIeY-unsplash_blog.jpg) ](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/proper-use-of-ppe) Personal protective equipment (PPE) is reserved, for the most part, for health care workers and other individuals working in a healthcare environment. During this unprecedented time, everyone is using PPE to protect themselves from COVID-19. Everyday use of PPE for non-health care workers usually includes a face covering and gloves. PPE use for healthcare workers can include a face covering, eye protection, a gown or protective “suit” and gloves.  [1 Comment](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/proper-use-of-ppe#comments-listing) [Read More →](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/proper-use-of-ppe) ## [You Are the Heroes in Our Homes](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/heroes-in-our-homes) Posted by [True Care Staff](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/author/true-care-staff) in [Caregiver Corner](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/caregiver-corner) [![You Are the Heroes in Our Homes ](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3938498/social-suggested-images/HIOH%20YT%20video%20thumbnail_v2.jpg) ](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/heroes-in-our-homes) To our valued front line workers, We want to thank you for your courage and perseverance as you journey into work in the face of the current pandemic. We are proud to have you as a part of our team and want to thank you for sticking by us at this very challenging time. For this purpose, we have put together this tribute to YOU — the home health aides and nurses of New York City — who go out in the field, day after day.  Thank you for your tireless efforts and bravery. You are the Heroes In Our Homes! [4 Comments](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/heroes-in-our-homes#comments-listing) [Read More →](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/heroes-in-our-homes) ## [Helping Those in Need During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/helping-those-in-need-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) Posted by [Grace Townley-Lott, LMSW](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/author/grace-townley-lott) in [Health & Lifestyle](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/health-lifestyle), in [Coronavirus Updates](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/coronavirus-updates) [![Helping Those in Need During the COVID-19 Pandemic ](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3938498/AdobeStock_336899469_blog.jpg) ](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/helping-those-in-need-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) Sitting at home day after day can not only become monotonous; it can take a toll on us emotionally and physically. The stress of hearing the news from outside, combined with the stress of home confinement, can weigh on us, and you may start feeling run down.  [0 Comments](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/helping-those-in-need-during-the-covid-19-pandemic#comments-listing) [Read More →](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/helping-those-in-need-during-the-covid-19-pandemic) ## [Cognitive Impairment During the COVID-19 Crisis](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/cognitive-impairment-during-covid-19) Posted by [Laura Silverstein, MSN, RN, WCC](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/author/laura-silverstein) in [Alzheimer's & Dementia](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/alzheimers-dementia) [![Cognitive Impairment During the COVID-19 Crisis ](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3938498/green-dracaena-plant-with-white-pot-on-white-wooden-surface-1008693_blog.jpg) ](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/cognitive-impairment-during-covid-19) The COVID-19 pandemic has created unexpected situations and stress for people worldwide. Individuals with cognitive impairment, such as dementia, may encounter even more significant challenges due to their diagnosis. Dementia caregivers need to address this new normal with their clients and loved ones carefully.  [0 Comments](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/cognitive-impairment-during-covid-19#comments-listing) [Read More →](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/cognitive-impairment-during-covid-19) ## [Lack of Pet Care Shouldn’t Prevent Your Medical Treatment](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/lack-of-pet-care-shouldnt-prevent-your-medical-treatment) Posted by [Grace Townley-Lott, LMSW](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/author/grace-townley-lott) in [Health & Lifestyle](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/tag/health-lifestyle) [![Lack of Pet Care Shouldn’t Prevent Your Medical Treatment ](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3938498/krista-mangulsone-9gz3wfHr65U-unsplash_blog.jpg) ](https://hha-online-application-new.truecareny.com/blog/lack-of-pet-care-shouldnt-prevent-your-medical-treatment) The COVID-19 pandemic is bringing many issues to light, particularly around healthcare and hospitalization. Many people don’t think about preparing for admission to the hospital until it’s too late. It’s imperative to do this ahead of time. Now is the perfect time to gather your medical records, health care proxy, power of attorney, and plan for pet care if needed. 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