Genacta In-Home Care

Genacta In-Home Care Serving the Anchorage Area, Mat-Su Valley, and Kenai Peninsula. Your home, our home, or out and about, Genacta is there when and where you need us!

Home nursing and aides, Medicaid personal care, CDPCA, pediatric home nursing, MANDT training, day habilitation, and group home services. Genacta works as a community-based services agency providing professional human assistance to our neighbors. From youth, to veterans, to retirees, Genacta provides assistance, social work, and skilled medical services to Alaskans for a wide variety of services. With three offices in Southcentral Alaska, we send clinicians and caregivers to the Anchorage area, Mat-Su Valley, and the Kenai Peninsula. We offer services on a private-pay basis, but many of our services are paid for in full by Alaska Medicaid. Our services include: Private-duty, at-home aides and nurses | Medicaid personal care aides | Consumer Directed Personal Care Assistance | Pediatric home nursing and assistance | MANDT training | Day habilitation | A group home for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities | and more.Genacta is the established, trusted source for home care services. That’s true for retirees, veterans, and clients of all ages. If you or someone you know could benefit from home nursing , personal aides, or any of our services, please contact the office nearest you. Wasilla: 907-631-3078 | Anchorage: 907-644-7952 | Soldotna: 907-260-3655

04/26/2024

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In Odor to Tell: Someday doctors may be able to screen for Alzheimer’s using a simple scratch and sniff test, according ...
03/01/2024

In Odor to Tell: Someday doctors may be able to screen for Alzheimer’s using a simple scratch and sniff test, according to two Columbia University studies. Dr. William Kreisl, a neurologist at Columbia University, and a team of researchers studied 84 people in their 60s and 70s, including 58 with memory problems indicative of early Alzheimer’s. Participants took the […]

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February is American Heart Month: No, not because Valentines Day is this month! It is because we all need to be more awa...
02/02/2024

February is American Heart Month: No, not because Valentines Day is this month! It is because we all need to be more aware and take care of that important muscle, our heart! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) leading risk factors for heart disease and stroke are high blood pressure, high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, diabetes, […]

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The Surprising Seriousness of Urinary Tract Infections for Seniors: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are commonly associa...
01/05/2024

The Surprising Seriousness of Urinary Tract Infections for Seniors: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are commonly associated with discomfort and inconvenience, but their impact can be surprisingly severe, especially for seniors. While UTIs are prevalent across all age groups, the elderly are particularly vulnerable to their complications due to physiological changes and underlying health conditions. Understanding the potential seriousness of UTIs among seniors is crucial […]

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Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes: A Guide to Celebrating Healthily: The holiday season is a time for joy, festiviti...
12/08/2023

Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes: A Guide to Celebrating Healthily: The holiday season is a time for joy, festivities, and delicious meals shared with loved ones. However, for individuals managing diabetes, this time of year can present unique challenges. The abundance of tempting treats, hearty meals, and fluctuating schedules can make it difficult to maintain blood sugar levels. This article aims to provide valuable insights […]

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Nourishing Seniors: Balancing Convenience with Health through Home Care Services: As our society ages and lifestyles evo...
11/10/2023

Nourishing Seniors: Balancing Convenience with Health through Home Care Services: As our society ages and lifestyles evolve, the dietary habits of older adults have come under scrutiny. One prominent concern is the increasing reliance on convenience foods among seniors. While these foods offer ease and simplicity, they often lack essential nutrients, raising questions about their impact on health. We delve into the reasons behind this […]

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November: National Home Care Month: As the chill in the air begins to intensify and leaves paint the landscape with hues...
11/03/2023

November: National Home Care Month: As the chill in the air begins to intensify and leaves paint the landscape with hues of red and gold, November marks a special occasion in the United States – The National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) celebrates National Home Care and Hospice Month. This is a time to honor and appreciate the […]

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Making a Home Safe for Alzheimer’s Patients: With a diagnosis such as Alzheimer’s, families need to start planning. One ...
10/27/2023

Making a Home Safe for Alzheimer’s Patients: With a diagnosis such as Alzheimer’s, families need to start planning. One of the biggest decisions is about where the person will live. Most prefer to stay in their own homes, if possible. However, staying at home does pose some risks as there are many things in a home that become dangerous to a person […]

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Stand Up to Disability: Did you know standing for just one extra hour a day greatly reduces the risk of disability, espe...
10/27/2023

Stand Up to Disability: Did you know standing for just one extra hour a day greatly reduces the risk of disability, especially for retirees?1 Sedentary behavior, or sitting, is a very strong risk factor for disability and limitations in activities of daily living (ADL). ADL limitations are those that affect a person’s ability to complete self-care tasks without assistance […]

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The Perils of Smoking in the Presence of Oxygen Therapy: When combined with the use of supplemental oxygen, the dangers ...
10/27/2023

The Perils of Smoking in the Presence of Oxygen Therapy: When combined with the use of supplemental oxygen, the dangers of smoking are amplified, creating a potentially deadly combination. Oxygen therapy is a medical intervention aimed at improving the oxygen supply to various organs and tissues, particularly in patients with respiratory disorders. However, the presence of oxygen-enriched environments significantly increases the risk of fire and […]

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Stand Up to Disability: Did you know standing for just one extra hour a day greatly reduces the risk of disability, espe...
10/16/2023

Stand Up to Disability: Did you know standing for just one extra hour a day greatly reduces the risk of disability, especially for retirees?1 Sedentary behavior, or sitting, is a very strong risk factor for disability and limitations in activities of daily living (ADL). ADL limitations are those that affect a person’s ability to complete self-care tasks without assistance or special equipment, such as getting dressed or bathing. The US national data shows a strong relationship between greater time spent in sedentary behavior and the presence of ADL disability, independent of time spent in moderate or vigorous activity. These findings support programs encouraging older […]

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The Perils of Smoking in the Presence of Oxygen Therapy: When combined with the use of supplemental oxygen, the dangers ...
10/06/2023

The Perils of Smoking in the Presence of Oxygen Therapy: When combined with the use of supplemental oxygen, the dangers of smoking are amplified, creating a potentially deadly combination. Oxygen therapy is a medical intervention aimed at improving the oxygen supply to various organs and tissues, particularly in patients with respiratory disorders. However, the presence of oxygen-enriched environments significantly increases the risk of fire and other life-threatening complications. This article sheds light on the dangers of smoking when oxygen is in use and underscores the importance of maintaining a safe environment for individuals undergoing oxygen therapy. One of the most critical dangers of smoking in the presence of oxygen therapy […]

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