It is hard, as adult children, to know – Is my Mother tired? Or, is she depressed? Or, is she just not feeling well in general? Viewing our parents objectively is challenging. Parents often shield their children from negative thoughts, feelings, depression or discomfort. In addition, hearing is often diminished and being in a busy Read More
Mom Needs Care and Siblings are in Disagreement
Often we hear from families, that need services for a parent, that their brother or sister doesn’t think mom needs anything or they feel she needs 10 times the care she really needs to stay safe and well. This conflict can sometimes delay an intervention that would benefit all family members. It is hard to Read More
Eldercare: Does your employer support your challenges?
Our business is helping families with the challenging issues of aging. Sometimes it is getting siblings to agree on a decision of what is best for mom. Other times it is helping a family get the diagnosis they need so they can plan for the future or take control from someone who is impaired cognitively Read More
Seniors, Medicare & Health Care Reform
There was recently an online streaming broadcast about Health Care Reform provided by the website www.healthreform.gov where some great information was obtained . Below, I have summarized what was said about the most recent law affecting Health Care Reform: 1. This new bill does not eliminate anything Medicare currently offers. 2. Starting in 2011, Medicare Read More
Team Work – My Team of Senior Advocates
I have a wonderful company to lead and we always refer to ourselves as the “team”. No matter what you do or what your job description is, you work for a common goal. In our case, it is quality of life for elders and peace for families. We acknowledge that the journey of aging can Read More
What is the First Step to Getting Help for Your Senior Loved One?
As an employee of Eldercare Services and a consumer of Geriatric Care Management Services, I can empathize with anyone going through an emergency, status change, or strategic decision-making with a loved one. I often hear from clients or their families, what do I do first? Whom do I speak with, where do I find resources? Read More
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