Providing exceptional Private Duty Nursing & Senior Home Care in Alexandria, Virginia and surrounding areas since 2004.

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.

Tips For Transferring Your Senior Parent

The caregivers who specialize in personal care at home have training that helps them transfer seniors of all shapes, sizes, and abilities safely.

Senior Home Care Supports Families Who Are Unprepared for Family Caregiving

Senior home care offers more well-rounded, experienced assistance for aging men and women when they have the need.

Dental Hygiene for Dementia Patients

Seniors with dementia often have more difficulty with personal care tasks as dementia progresses. Dental hygiene is still just as important as ever, so it’s important to have a plan.

How Seniors Can Get a Better Sleep This Summer

Home care should help your loved one find activities that will relax them before bed and then use these to create a routine they can implement every single day for your loved one.

Finding the Right Transportation Options for Your Senior

Senior home care is a really good option for seniors aging in place because they are an all-around support system for your loved one.

Empowering Independence: Regardless of Age, Disabled Adult Care Helps to Provide Purpose and Adequate Support

Disabled Adult Care services range from in-home health care and personal assistants to day programs and respite care, offering both disabled individuals and their caregivers additional support and relief.

5 Symptoms of Skin Cancer Seniors Shouldn’t Ignore

When seniors have personal care at home they have reliable help with tasks like showering and getting dressed and can check your senior parent for any signs of skin cancer that shouldn’t be ignored.

24-Hour Home Care Helps Seniors Age In Place Safely

The benefits of 24-hour home care can make a big difference in your senior parent’s quality of life at home.

Overcoming Stress While Helping Mom Recover Following Her Hospitalization

An in-home care agency can do wonders to help during the recovery process, especially when it comes to following doctor’s recommendations and avoiding missing opportunities that can make a world of difference.

How to Celebrate Easter with Your Senior Mom or Dad?

Home care can help find your loved one a ride to get to an event where there may be get-togethers, fun treats, easter egg hunts for kids, and much more.