Working adults in the “autumn” of their careers find that they are juggling work and aging family dilemmas — causing loss of pay or employer dissatisfaction with their performance or absence. Baby Boomers facing retirement also face the realities of still having to care for parents or other older relatives — this “care” duty can Read More
Pickled Grapes – A Lesson in "Being in the Moment"
Visiting a small group home this past weekend, I arrived when three seniors were just finishing their lunch meal, so I joined the conversation. The first one (a new resident) asked me if this was a “boarding house” and I answered in the affirmative about everyone having their own rooms. One of the ladies answered, Read More
Eldercare Services Announces Caregiver of the Year Award
Our caregiver of the year, Adeniyi Williams, has earned this distinction as a result of his devotion to his clients, his exemplary team work and his stellar performance. Adeniyi has been with Eldercare Services a number of years as he attends school. Adeniyi always communicates clearly and frequently his needs and Home Care Services is Read More
Dementia and Glasses/Hearing Aids
Glasses and hearing aids: The unheralded quality of life features that, all too often, are taken for granted. My client recently had the unfortunate experience of having her glasses break – more specifically the frames. She has a dementia diagnosis and it was a very sudden and distinct change in her reaction to her surroundings Read More
Mom is Gone
You know the time will come. You have been through many big and small health care dilemmas. You have prepared for her final care and found caring and loving people to be with her. You wish you could have done more but know you did your best with the information and support of professionals and Read More
Diagnosed with a Progressive Illness – Now What?
I had the honor of speaking to a group of individuals with Parkinson’s, as well as those who are caring for someone with this disease, this past week and I came away thinking about how much support these families need immediately after the diagnosis. It is only natural to let emotions flood our mind when Read More
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