My mother was hospitalized with pneumonia for four days and when I went to help with the discharge I brought her clothes. As I helped her get dressed we struggled with her camisole and she said, “When you were little I helped you get dressed now you are helping me.” And, I said, “but I [...]
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Many individuals experience great anxiety when they see items in a home that they once used and operated but no longer can due to the advancing ravages of a progressive dementia. Most families and professionals feel home is the greatest place of comfort – and for many that is true. In fact, for some individuals [...]
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When families conclude that it’s no longer safe or feasible for an elderly relative to remain in his or her own home and the search begins for long-term care facilities, the first thought that comes to mind for most people is “assisted living.” And when thinking of assisted living, the image that pops to mind [...]
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Posted in Events on Nov 29th, 2011
This Workshop Covers: • An overview of Dementia • Practical applications and situations • A short film on how to communicate with those with dementia more effectively • Self-Care: managing stress, caregiver relief Led by a certified, Professional Geriatric Care Manager of Eldercare Services. Eldercare Services – Walnut Creek 1808 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, [...]
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Founder and Executive Director Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC Cynthia Ramnarace of AARP released this article in November 2011 and I think it is worth sharing. Anyone with an aging loved one will know exactly what the writer is talking about. There are several compelling tips on how to manage the inevitable caregiver crisis. [...]
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Posted in Events on Nov 15th, 2011
When: Saturday, January 14th, 2012 8:15am – 2:45pm | Lunch Included Where: Eldercare Services| 1808 Tice Valley Blvd. | Walnut Creek, CA | (925) 937-2018 Pre-registration is required by January 11, 2012 by calling (800) 445-8106 ext. 317 or emailing htoyryla@caregiver.org. Do you help to care for a family member or friend who is frail, [...]
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None of us want to lose capacity – with our mobility, energy or cognitive abilities (memory). But, with longer lives comes changes in physical and sometimes mental abilities that face the best of us. Many of these changes are natural and are expected. Some, like a diagnosis of a progressive illness or medical incident like [...]
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Posted in Events on Nov 8th, 2011
Self-Care: Finding Balance as a Family Caregiver Learning how to recharge your batteries in creative ways that will allow you to provide care and reduce negative feelings. Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, will discuss the importance of self-care when caring for an aging loved one or family member in need. Sponsored by the Caring Connections [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Nov 2nd, 2011
Listen to Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, Founder and Executive Director of Eldercare Services on Call Kira About Aging! Radio Show Hosted by Kira Reginato on Saturday, November 19 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. To Listen: KSRO 1350 AM | www.KSRO.com and hit “ListenLive” or www.FOX910.com Santa Rosa, California
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Posted in Events on Nov 2nd, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Eldercare Services Walnut Creek Office 1808 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Eldercare Services San Francisco Office 605 A Chenery Street San Francisco, CA 94131 Eldercare Services is a National Memory Screening Day site. On Tuesday, November 15, 2011, Eldercare Services will host a day [...]
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