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.

Recognizing Vision Issues in Seniors

With the continued support that family members and home care offer, seniors can feel more confident in the eye changes they’re noticing and more comfortable talking with their medical team.

Senior Home Care Helps Seniors Manage Diabetes

A senior home care provider can help manage diabetes by keeping track of the small details like blood sugar levels, meals, exercise, and how your parent feels each day.

Why Alzheimer’s Home Care Is Essential For Seniors With Dementia

Alzheimer’s home care is specialty care for seniors who have Alzheimer’s and dementia- personalized care that is consistent with their specific cognitive abilities.

Common Causes of Foot Pain in the Elderly

A personal care at home provider can help maintain senior foot health with proper toenail trimming, applying lotion to dry skin, and observing the feet for any injuries.

How to Tell if Your Loved One With Down Syndrome Has Alzheimer’s Disease

A disabled adult care provider can help you navigate cognitive changes with the support you need for your senior with Down Syndrome.

Personal Care at Home Helps Seniors Stuck at Home Connect With Others

If your loved one is homebound due to physical or cognitive limitations, a personal care at home provider can help her stay connected.

Five Tips for Living with Chronic Lower Back Pain

Finding pain relief solutions is important for your elderly loved one so she can not only find pain relief but also find herself back in better spirits; home care assistance can help.

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.