Palliative care teams in hospitals, nursing homes, and medical centers can help patients clarify their goals around quality of life and then align those to treatment options. Many seniors and their caregivers are unaware that these resources exist. This post explores what palliative care is, its benefits, and recommendations for engaging with palliative care specialists.
Read MoreOne of the challenging aspects of senior caregiving is that every situation is unique. Caregiving Case Study posts give readers insight into how different families have approached eldercare and the lessons they’ve learned. I recently interviewed Mary Anglade, CEO and Founder of sparqGEN Marketing, about her caregiving experiences with her dad.
Read MoreIf your parent has been hospitalized, rehab may be the next step on the horizon. Caregivers can serve as better advocates when they understand the differences between acute and sub-acute rehab facilities. Medicare Accountable Care Organizations can also smooth the path from hospital to rehab.
Read MoreIn many communities around the United States, “aging in place villages” are springing up. These membership based organizations help seniors stay in their homes for as long as possible. I recently interviewed Carol Donohue, the Website and Software Chair of Bay to Sound Neighbors. She explained what aging in place villages are, how Bay to Sound Neighbors works, and how people can find villages in their area.
Read MoreNo in-home care strategy is complete without plans for handling doctor’s appointments and medication management. This post touches on issues like communicating with physicians (both in-person and online) and prescription management options ranging from family-filled pill cassettes to multi-dose packaging services.
Read MoreFood and nutrition are important considerations when your elderly parent is living at home. This can be a challenge, however — especially if your parents don’t drive. This post explores meal options for your in-home care strategy.
Read MoreCreating an in-home care strategy for your parent depends on two dimensions: how many “activities of daily living” (ADLs) your family member needs help with and your bandwidth for in-home coordination of services. This post focuses on home health aides and often overlooked ADLs.
Read MoreMaking accessibility improvements to your parent’s house can mean the difference between staying at home and moving to a facility with more care. Stairlifts and grab bars aren’t a solution for everyone, but here are some things to consider related to home modifications.
Read MoreIf you find yourself in a situation where you need to take charge of your elderly parent’s affairs, it can be overwhelming. Here’s a list of legal, financial, benefit, and security-related information to gather up.
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