Time and time again, we are asked this question by concerned families “How do I choose a Residential Care Home? How will I know if it is a good home?” Prior to becoming an Eldercare Consultant, I was contracted as a mystery shopper of Residential Care Homes. On my undercover missions, I posed as a…
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Imagine an elderly parent, confused and exhibiting increasing symptoms of agitation, anxiety, perhaps crying, pacing, exit seeking, and/or paranoid hallucinations every night from dusk until the early morning. This alarming phenomenon can be a nightly occurrence for some suffering with dementia, and is known as sundowning or sundowner’s syndrome. When an elderly person is affected…
Read MoreHearing loss is a serious problem as people age and can lead to isolation, depression and social withdrawal. Many people experience mild to moderate hearing loss between the ages of 65 to 74 years old, and it’s been estimated that as many as 48% of those over age 84 may experience significant hearing loss. According…
Read MoreHearing loss is a common problem for adults over age 65. When hearing loss is left untreated, those suffering from loss may avoid conversations or be embarrassed to participate in social functions. Learning non–verbal and verbal communication techniques can help hearing impaired seniors participate in daily activities. Some suggestions for communicating effectively with hard of…
Read MoreDo you remember when you first earned your driver’s license? For most of us it signified much more than being able to operate a vehicle – it gave us a sense of independence and freedom! It is then understandable that a person would experience loss and even fear or grief at the thought of losing…
Read MoreAccording to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, 80 percent of elderly American people would prefer to spend their final days of life at their home surrounded by family members and loved ones, rather than in a hospital setting. Yet, few elderly people make adequate preparations for palliative and end of life treatment. Developing…
Read MoreAn “Independent Living Test” for families who are caring for aging loved ones Individuals with elderly or disabled relatives know that it can be very difficult to determine when their loved ones need assistance with everyday activities that would prevent them from being able to live independently. This is particularly true for those whose family…
Read MoreNow! If you dread approaching the subject with your parents about senior housing and care you are not alone. For most of us this conversation is right up there with having “The Talk” with our teens about the birds and the bees – awkward and uncomfortable. But the message I have for you today is…
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