Author: Anna Mensah-Nti, MSN-Ed, BSN, RN Founder

Anna Mensah-Nti MSN-Ed, BSN, RN is a Registered Nurse and founder of Access Home Care Inc. She received her BSN from Marymount University in 2001. “My desire to enter into nursing started when one of my older sisters died of kidney disease due to lack of care. At age 15, I decided to enter into nursing so that I could provide quality care to patients.Upon arrival in United States at 21 years of age, I enrolled in T.C Willliams School of Practical Nursing while working as a nursing assistant at a nursing home. I also worked as a part-time home health aide to take of the elderly. After completion of my practical nurse education, I worked in geriatric psychiatry unit at Dominion Hospital and Arlington Correctional facility mental health unit. I completed Marymount University in 2001 and entered into Home Care as a field case manager. I held that position for 2 years and as an Administrator, and for another 2 years until Access Home Care was found in 2004." Today, Access Home Care has over 300 employees and 286 clients.

How 24-Hour Home Care Is Different From Other Types Of Care

Living alone can be stressful for seniors, especially if they worry about falling, forgetting something important, or handling household tasks. Having a caregiver around 24/7 provides a sense of security and help with all of these tasks and more.

Four Symptoms of Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

With disabled adult care, a provider can come to the home to help your loved one with tasks that he may not be able to do himself anymore with diseases like Advanced MS.

How In-Home Care Helps Seniors Recover At Home

With in-home care, your mom or dad will have someone in the house with them to help them recover and with whatever else they need to remain safe at home.

Home Care Helps Seniors Focus on Mindful Eating

Seniors often face changes to their eating habits for health reasons, and home care can help them adjust to those changes and focus on being mindful.

Signs Your Senior Parent Needs A Vision Checkup

If your mom or dad has been diagnosed with low vision and you’re worried about their ability to safely live alone, senior home care can help.

5 Ways Alzheimer’s Can Change Your Senior Parent’s Behavior

Alzheimer’s home care is specialized care designed to meet the unique needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s, including personality changes that can come along with it.

The Importance of Staying Hydrated During the Winter for Seniors

With home care assistance, seniors can better understand the importance of staying hydrated to protect against winter diseases and maintain energy levels.

Causes and Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy

A disabled adult care provider can help if your senior has vision loss that has them struggling with some personal care tasks or with managing their home.

Diabetic-Friendly Holiday Treats For Seniors

A senior home care provider can make sure that your diabetic parent isn’t eating too many sugary treats this holiday season and provide healthy alternatives they will enjoy instead.

5 Ways A Care Provider Can Help Your Senior Parent Start The Day Off Right

With 24-hour home care someone is always with your mom or dad to provide company, cook meals, clean up the house, and so much more.