By: Guide to Retirement Living Staff What is an Ombudsman and How Can They Help Me? Ombudsman is a Swedish term for a person who acts as an impartial third party in resolving problems. An Ombudsman can assist consumers who are choosing long-term care providers (nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, retirement communities, adult day care programs, and home care agencies) [...]
Helping Seniors Maintain Their Independence Are you or a loved one struggling with health issues that are making it harder to remain at home? Are you looking for care to help you recover from surgery or an injury? Do you need help with household chores or activities of daily living? Is managing a long-term illness becoming more difficult? Home Health [...]
By: American Cancer Society Once you have decided that Hospice is the right care option for you or your loved one, there are a number of issues to address before choosing a specific program or provider. The best way to find a quality hospice provider is through a recommendation from a friend, family member, or health care professional-such as a [...]
By: Theresa V. Wilson Facing the Inevitable Once family members overcome their disbelief, shock, and anger about the pending end of life for their loved one, they often seek opportunities to demonstrate caring, to eliminate stress, and provide a peaceful environment. Focus becomes seeking ways to express love, and listening and intervening for patient comfort, while fighting feelings of denial, [...]
By: Guide to Retirement Living Staff A personal response system (PRS), sometimes called a PERS (personal emergency response system) answers the need of many older Americans for both security and independence. Many organizations, including the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), encourage their use, but for the consumer choosing from among the many brands on the market, buying a PRS [...]
Adult Day Care Centers offer socialization, activities, and necessary daytime supervision for elderly adults. Seniors who are socially isolated or who need care and assistance can benefit from adult day care. Centers are an important option for family caregivers, who want to continue to care for their elderly relatives in their own home. The care and socialization offered at adult [...]
By: Patrick Tourian, owner of caregiver services from Synergy HomeCare in Austin, Texas Though caring for a loved one in need can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, it can also be one of the most challenging. That is certainly the case for those who seek help from Synergy HomeCare of Texas. As a leader in [...]
By: Dana Sanders When providing care to aging or disabled parents, many caregivers ignore the most important person involved in the caregiving process. “Who?” - you may ask? The answer might surprise you: The Caregiver. Many times caregivers get so wrapped up in attending to parent’s needs, trying to fit quality time with their own family into their schedule, and [...]
