Do you share caregiving duties with another family member? Do you give the primary caregiver in your family time off? If you answered yes to one of these two questions, you are not alone. Thousands of families are providing care for an aging relative. Up to 70% of all care is provided by families in Read More
My Mom Has Memory Loss: How Long Will It Take Her To Adjust To A Move?
There are many aspects to consider when we think about moving a parent or other loved one from their current home to an assisted facility. The family is often immersed in an entirely new world filled with new terms, financial contracts and “levels of care”. As advocates, we do our best to find the best Read More
Hospice for Mom?
My heart and the mind are in conflict – a challenging choice. Today the doctor suggests Hospice; a wonderful supportive process of ushering one from this life to the next, with dignity and comfort. My experience says this is a good plan as I have appreciated the wonderful care my clients have received from all Read More
Mom in the "ER"
I sit listening to my mother snore – wondering, is this the trip she doesn’t return from? This is the 8th hospital visit in 13 months and she is almost 90 years old. I need to be realistic; this is my field of expertise and I know what the consequences are of her many diagnoses. Read More
Laughing, Despite the Grief
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 Read More
Dementia: 101 – For Families Experiencing the Challenge
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, Read More
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