Our hearts desire at Onyx Home Care is to provide quality care to our patients in a nurturing and trusting environment. License number HHA 21280096.
Our heart's desire at Onyx Home Care is to provide quality care to our patients in a nurturing and trusting environment. We offer skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, private duty companion care, as well as specialized Alzheimer's and Dementia care. We are a Joint Commission accredited agency serving Flagler and Volusia Counties since 1967.
01/01/2026
As we welcome the new year, we want to wish our families, clients, and community a happy and healthy year ahead.
May this year bring peace, clarity, and strength as you care for the people who matter most. Whether you are supporting an aging parent, navigating caregiving from a distance, or simply taking time to reflect, know that you do not have to walk alone.
From all of us at Onyx Home Care, we wish you a New Year filled with comfort, connection, and hope.
12/31/2025
Thoughtful planning does not require immediate action. It starts with observing daily needs and preparing for changes before they create stress.
Some areas to consider include:
1) Daily routines such as meals, hygiene, and medication management
2) Safety in the home, including fall risks and mobility concerns
3) Cognitive changes that may affect judgment, memory, or communication
4) Social connection and emotional well-being
5) Transportation needs and the ability to attend appointments or errands
Even small adjustments can make a meaningful difference when made early.
12/30/2025
Knowing when to step in is one of the hardest parts of caring for an aging parent. It is rarely one big moment. More often, it is a series of small signs that add up over time.
This carousel walks through common indicators that extra support may be needed and why early intervention helps families make thoughtful, compassionate decisions instead of reacting in a crisis.
Whether you live nearby or are caring from a distance, planning ahead can protect your parent’s safety and your own peace of mind.
12/29/2025
Planning for the new year often brings clarity about what matters most. For many families, that includes noticing small changes in an aging parent and wondering what support might look like next.
Whether you live nearby or care from a distance, having a plan can reduce stress and prevent last-minute decisions during a crisis. This blog walks through early signs to watch for, when it may be time to intervene, and what next steps can look like for both local and long-distance families.
Read the full post here and start the new year with clarity and confidence.
Planning for the new year with an aging parent? Learn the signs it may be time for support, when to intervene, and what care options look like for local and long-distance families.
12/24/2025
This Christmas, the most meaningful gift may not be something you wrap.
It may be the time you spend sitting beside them. Holding their hand. Looking through photo albums without worrying about getting the details right.
For someone living with dementia, calm, familiar moments often matter more than traditions or presents. Presence creates comfort when words and memories fade.
We shared a practical guide for celebrating Christmas with dementia in a way that protects peace and connection.
Sometimes the most meaningful moments don’t come from doing more.
They come from simply being there.
Sitting beside them. Holding their hand. Sharing quiet without needing to fill it. When someone is living with dementia, your calm presence can bring comfort in ways words cannot.
This season, let go of the pressure to make things perfect. Presence is enough.
12/22/2025
Christmas doesn’t have to look the way it used to to still be meaningful.
When someone you love is living with dementia, the most important moments are often the quiet ones. Sitting beside them. Holding their hand. Looking through photo albums without worrying about correcting details. Letting connection matter more than accuracy.
We shared a practical guide with simple ways to celebrate Christmas that focus on comfort, presence, and peace rather than pressure.
Learn practical ways to celebrate Christmas with someone living with dementia, including holding hands, sharing photos without correcting memories, and creating calm moments.
12/19/2025
The holidays can be beautiful and exhausting all at once.
If you are caring for a loved one this season, especially someone with dementia, it is okay to pause and ask yourself how you are really doing. Feeling overwhelmed does not mean you are failing. It means you are carrying a lot.
Sometimes caregiver relief is not about stepping away completely. It is about having support so you can rest, enjoy time with family, and be present for the moments that matter most.
If you are wondering whether a little extra help could make this season easier, take the quiz and see where you stand.
This season, think less about what to buy and more about how to show up.
12/16/2025
Not every Christmas gift needs to be exciting or new.
For someone living with dementia, the most meaningful gifts are often the ones that feel familiar, support everyday routines, and create a sense of calm. Thoughtful choices can reduce restlessness and make daily life easier for both the individual and the people caring for them.
Sometimes comfort and simplicity matter more than anything else.
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Colleen and Michael McGrew purchased The Wallis Agency in 2015 and renamed the business Onyx Home Care in 2016. Colleen, a registered nurse, is continuing the legacy of RN ownership that began with Mary Wallis in 1967. The company has been owned and operated locally by a Registered Nurse for almost 50 years.
After careful consideration, Colleen felt a name change would better reflect the new spirit of the business. Onyx Home Care was chosen based off the use of the onyx stone in ancient healing practices. The onyx stone was meant to aid in the balance of body, mind and spirit. This reflects Colleen’s heart for Onyx Home Care, to see the quality of life, health and independence of each patient improve exponentially. The Onyx Home Care team provides care to patients in a nurturing and trusting environment in Central Florida.
Colleen is a third generation RN owner and is bringing a renewed sense of accountability to home health care. She has a bachelors of science in nursing from Western Connecticut State University. Working as an RN for over 26 years has given her many roles such as: staff, charge, emergency room, and telephone triage nurse. Colleen’s experience in patient care has given her a unique perspective on the needs of patients and their family members. She brings this knowledge into her knew position as owner of Onyx Home Care.
The McGrews love Daytona Beach. Colleen hosts a women’s group once a week that has nearly outgrown their meeting space and Michael has been a part of numerous local activities through his previous position as a plant manager. Colleen and Michael are continually looking for ways to serve their area. Onyx Home Care is a way for The McGrews to use their professional experiences to help their community.
Colleen and her team are excited to continue providing quality, affordable home health care to seniors in the Volusia and Flagler counties.
