By: Christy Pagans It takes a village to raise a child, right? Well, maybe not exactly a village, but likely parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers, friends, neighbors, babysitters, and in many cases, nannies, au pairs, coaches, trainers, and personal assistants. Children, according to our society, need and deserve assistance from every possible source. Adults, on the other hand, should grow [...]
Nursing care facilities provide care for individuals who need skilled nursing care on a regular basis but do not need to be hospitalized. Care is administered by professionals under the direction of a physician. Facilities are regulated by state departments of health. Many nursing care facilities also offer sub-acute, respite, rehabilitation and other short-term care. Rehabilitation services can be especially [...]
By: Guide to Retirement Living Staff About Alzheimer’s Association Safe Return The Alzheimer’s Association is working to help save lives through its Alzheimer’s Association Safe Return program. Alzheimer’s disease causes millions of Americans to lose their ability to recognize familiar places and faces. Six in 10 people with Alzheimer’s disease will wander. They may become disoriented and lost, even in [...]
By: American Cancer Society Once you have decided that Hospice is the right care option for you or your loved one, there are a number of issues to address before choosing a specific program or provider. The best way to find a quality hospice provider is through a recommendation from a friend, family member, or health care professional-such as a [...]
By: Jim Greenwood Good communication is essential in every walk of life, and especially in ongoing relations with victims of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), an irreversible, degenerative illness. As the disease progresses, AD patients gradually lose their ability to comprehend and function, posing a formidable challenge to professional caregivers and families alike. That’s why communicating with AD sufferers effectively has become [...]
By: Theresa V. Wilson Facing the Inevitable Once family members overcome their disbelief, shock, and anger about the pending end of life for their loved one, they often seek opportunities to demonstrate caring, to eliminate stress, and provide a peaceful environment. Focus becomes seeking ways to express love, and listening and intervening for patient comfort, while fighting feelings of denial, [...]
By: Guide to Retirement Living Staff A personal response system (PRS), sometimes called a PERS (personal emergency response system) answers the need of many older Americans for both security and independence. Many organizations, including the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), encourage their use, but for the consumer choosing from among the many brands on the market, buying a PRS [...]
Adult Day Care Centers offer socialization, activities, and necessary daytime supervision for elderly adults. Seniors who are socially isolated or who need care and assistance can benefit from adult day care. Centers are an important option for family caregivers, who want to continue to care for their elderly relatives in their own home. The care and socialization offered at adult [...]
By: Patrick Tourian, owner of caregiver services from Synergy HomeCare in Austin, Texas Though caring for a loved one in need can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, it can also be one of the most challenging. That is certainly the case for those who seek help from Synergy HomeCare of Texas. As a leader in [...]
By: Dana Sanders When providing care to aging or disabled parents, many caregivers ignore the most important person involved in the caregiving process. “Who?” - you may ask? The answer might surprise you: The Caregiver. Many times caregivers get so wrapped up in attending to parent’s needs, trying to fit quality time with their own family into their schedule, and [...]
