“Help – Mom’s diabetes is out of control, she can’t manage it and we can’t be there for her. Her memory is failing and it looks to us she is losing weight.” “Dad should be on oxygen and now they are talking about a gastric feeding tube because of his Parkinson’s disease.” Older Adults who Read More
Geriatric Care Managers – Saving Families Money
Watch the video on YouTube by clicking here. Families at a distance, families in conflict, families with resistant elders and families at a loss for options for their frail or confused elder often can save hundreds or thousands of dollars using the expertise of a Professional Geriatric Care Manager (one who is certified). If you Read More
What Empowers Family Caregivers to Provide Care?
Most of us would say love, duty or obligation is what empowers family caregivers to provide care. All true, but more than what is most evident truly empowers and fuels us who are family caregivers . Knowledge of community services and benefits allows us to share the care – and then there is the acceptance of Read More
When the Assisted-Living Bill Balloons by Patrick Egan of The New York Times
I was quoted in the below article posted on December 7, 2010 in the New York Times in the New Old Age portion of the Health section. It is important information to have when deciding what is best for your aging loved one… This fall, my father sat down for a semi-annual assessment with staff Read More
Mom Needs Assisted Living?
Watch the video blog here! Often an adult child will call and tell us that a parent needs to move to Assisted Living and they want some help on the choice. The first question from me is, “Is mom in agreement with this need?” The second question is always, “What have you done to try Read More
Medication Errors – Helpful Hints
As a Geriatric Care Manager, I have heard many stories regarding medication errors. Early on in my career I was amazed to learn how many errors happen in medical facilities where everyone is well trained in dispensing medications. Practically speaking, however, it is not hard to imagine how medication errors can occur. Bottles can be Read More
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