With the startling numbers of new cases being diagnosed daily, more and more of us become anxious when we can’t remember a name or place. The cost to families and to society will grow to such a level that I worry about the quality of care in the future. What do we do as individuals Read More
Holistic Approach to Progressive Illnesses
When one is given a diagnosis, it can be overwhelming because the magnitude of information begins a new journey that was never imagined. This journey leaves partners devastated, scared and angry. Often both parties become depressed and the illness slowly takes over their lives. Starting this month, we are offering a two-hour class for individuals Read More
Visiting Aging Family Members during the Holidays – the Aftermath
You might have just had your annual visit with mom or dad this past holiday and for the first time you notice the changes that your sister has been reporting and you have been denying for the past two years. To be fair, it is hard to see and accept that our once all-powerful and Read More
Safety in the Home – Not Just for Mom!
Falls are the number one cause of injury for the over 65 set. The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) research notes that one in three adults over 65 fall each year. The CDC also reports that the number one cause of death from injury over 65 is a fall. The direct medical cost Read More
CA Labor Law Changes Affect Everyone Hiring Live-in Caregivers – Beginning 2014
This fall, the California legislature passed a bill (AB241) which was signed by the Governor. It will change the way families privately employ and agencies pay and bill for 24 hour live-in caregivers. All caregivers working in private homes will need to keep a sleep log to prove they are getting at least five hours Read More
Parkinson’s Disease & Caregiving
Many individuals with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease do very well without much assistance and live full lives until the disease progresses. Others need help early after diagnosis and as the disease progresses they need 24/7 care, mostly given by family caregivers. There are other conditions that can look like Parkinson’s but are not – Read More
