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.
11/07/2025
Talking about driving can stir up a lot of feelings for someone with dementia. They may fear losing freedom or becoming a burden. Your patience and compassion can make all the difference.
Remind them that staying connected to the people and places they love will always be the priority. The goal is not to limit life. It is to protect it.
If you feel stuck or unsure how to move forward, we can help guide the process and provide transportation support options that maintain dignity and independence.
You are doing the right thing by caring enough to start the conversation.
11/06/2025
When someone you love is living with dementia, driving decisions are never just about the car. They are about independence, confidence, and connection to the world.
It helps to remember that safety changes over time. What felt okay last month may feel very different today. Checking in regularly, staying calm, and listening with empathy can make those tough conversations less overwhelming.
If you need guidance, resources, or a partner in navigating the road ahead, we are here to support you and your loved one every step of the way.
You do not have to handle this alone.
Reach out to learn how we can help.
11/05/2025
Keeping a loved one safe on the road can be one of the hardest parts of dementia care. Driving is tied to independence. It is emotional. It is personal. And those conversations are never easy.
If you are noticing changes that make you wonder whether it is still safe for them to drive, you are not alone. Many families face this crossroads and worry about saying the wrong thing or damaging trust.
The good news is you do not have to navigate those decisions by yourself. Our nurses, caregivers, and care coordinators can help with guidance, safety evaluations, and a plan that protects dignity while keeping everyone safe.
If you have questions or are unsure where to start, we are here to talk.
11/04/2025
Watching a loved one struggle behind the wheel is scary. Driving represents independence, so asking someone with dementia to stop can feel heartbreaking. You are not alone if you feel torn between safety and dignity.
This new article shares practical signs to watch for and compassionate ways to approach the conversation, including why involving a doctor or care professional can help protect your relationship.
If you are facing this decision, we are here to support you and your loved one every step of the way.
Knowing when a person with dementia should stop driving can be difficult. Learn the signs that driving is no longer safe, how to approach the conversation with compassion, and how home care can support safe transportation and independence.
11/03/2025
Raise your hand if you didn't get that extra hour of sleep they promised us... ✋
11/01/2025
Now is the Time. 💜
Onyx Home Care was honored to sponsor and walk alongside our Volusia community at this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Every step. Every story. Every flower.
They each represent someone deeply loved and a future worth fighting for.
At the Promise Garden, we held the colors close to heart:
💙 Blue represents those living with Alzheimer’s
💜 Purple represents those we have lost
💛 Yellow represents caregivers standing strong
🧡 Orange represents every supporter who believes in a world without Alzheimer’s
🤍 White represents a future with no Alzheimer's and a cure. This year, our very own baby Lilah carried a white flower.
Hope is growing. Treatments are evolving.
Now is the time to show up for the families who need us most.
We are grateful to be part of such a powerful and compassionate community.
Until there is a cure, we walk on.
10/31/2025
When communication changes, caregiving has to change with it.
If your loved one says “no” more often than they used to, it does not mean you are failing. It means their world feels different than it once did.
Small shifts in how we approach these moments, like slowing down, offering choices, or breaking tasks into simple steps, can turn resistance into cooperation.
And when things still feel overwhelming, you do not have to navigate it alone.
Onyx Home Care is here to support families with dementia care in Volusia and Flagler Counties.
Reach out today to see how we can help bring comfort back into daily care.
10/30/2025
Supporting a loved one with dementia means facing challenges that often go unseen.
When everyday tasks become overwhelming for them, the weight of responsibility falls heavier on you.
You are navigating emotional landmines, preserving dignity, and doing the work of three people… all while loving someone who may not always be able to show love back in the same way anymore.
If you are feeling stretched thin, frustrated, or unsure of what to try next, you’re not alone. There are practical strategies that can reduce resistance and rebuild trust in tough moments.
We are here to help make caregiving more manageable and more connected, one small win at a time.
Reach out today to learn how our dementia-trained caregivers support families in Volusia and Flagler County.
10/27/2025
When caring for someone with dementia, the hardest moments are often the ones that seem small from the outside.
A meal left untouched.
A simple task met with silence or resistance.
These moments can leave you feeling helpless and unsure what to try next.
You are not alone, and there are ways to make care feel calmer and more cooperative.
Read how to recognize what your loved one is communicating and respond in a way that helps both of you feel more at ease.
If your loved one with dementia refuses to bathe, eat, or get dressed, you are not alone. Learn gentle strategies to reduce resistance and keep daily routines calm and dignified.
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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.
