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Over the past 15 years areas across the United States have started a new neighborhood approach to eldercare. The Village Concept is where neighborhoods can support elders who want to age in place. The elders pay an annual fee for services, which can include transportation, yard work, maintenance, and bookkeeping. This is a great way […]
Over the past 15 years areas across the United States have started a new neighborhood approach to eldercare. The Village Concept is where neighborhoods can support elders who want to age in place. The elders pay an annual fee for services, which can include transportation, yard work, maintenance, and bookkeeping. This is a great way for neighbors to support their community and help each other in an organized and efficient way!
This is a great way for the aging Loudoun County community to stay active and social! If you haven’t, please go visit the Loudoun County Senior Center and see if it is something you or someone you know would be interested in! There are activities that fulfill many different needs and interests.
This is a great way for the aging Loudoun County community to stay active and social! If you haven’t, please go visit the Loudoun County Senior Center and see if it is something you or someone you know would be interested in! There are activities that fulfill many different needs and interests.
“The bonds between grandparents and grandchildren are so special.”, quoted from this article in The Guardian. If you are a parent and are worried about how much you should tell your children about their grandparent’s dementia, this article and video clip will help guide you. Maintaining this relationship will help improve elder care at home! […]
“The bonds between grandparents and grandchildren are so special.”, quoted from this article in The Guardian. If you are a parent and are worried about how much you should tell your children about their grandparent’s dementia, this article and video clip will help guide you. Maintaining this relationship will help improve elder care at home!
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/society/2015/feb/03/children-dementia-cbbc-grandparents-mr-alzheimers-and-me
Do you ever wonder what are the best resources in Northern Virginia for elders? We can help you find the best elder care solutions for your needs and goals! We provide a free consultation by phone, so we can get a better understanding of your situation.
Do you ever wonder what are the best resources in Northern Virginia for elders? We can help you find the best elder care solutions for your needs and goals! We provide a free consultation by phone, so we can get a better understanding of your situation.
There are 7 million caregivers in the nation who do so from a long-distance. In these situations there is increased stress, because the worry is more extreme when you cannot physically be present to support an elder in their home. Please consider establishing a relationship with a Care Manager who can ease your worries by […]
There are 7 million caregivers in the nation who do so from a long-distance. In these situations there is increased stress, because the worry is more extreme when you cannot physically be present to support an elder in their home. Please consider establishing a relationship with a Care Manager who can ease your worries by providing in-home care, oversight, and accompaniment to doctors’ appointments. Some think of a Care Manager as the specialist who oversees all of the moving pieces. Similar to how a Primary Care Physician oversees your health and wellness, and your Accountant your finances, a Care Manager will help oversee eldercare!
Many people experience pain due to inflamation. It is more prevelant in elders then any other age group. Did you know that spices have medicinal purposes? For example, the spice turmeric helps to reduce pain and inflamation. Combined with ginger and black pepper you have the ingredients for a golden milk tea recipe that over […]
Many people experience pain due to inflamation. It is more prevelant in elders then any other age group. Did you know that spices have medicinal purposes? For example, the spice turmeric helps to reduce pain and inflamation. Combined with ginger and black pepper you have the ingredients for a golden milk tea recipe that over time could help reduce some of the pain and inflamation elders experience from arthritis and fibromyalgia. If you want the recipe, I will be posting it on Sunday, so keep your eyes open for it by following us on facebook.
As people age they lose their appetite. There can be a number of reasons as to why this happens to elders. A key point is that they do crave sugar and will usually eat many sugary things. It can be a hard to determine what is the best approach to dealing with situations such as […]
As people age they lose their appetite. There can be a number of reasons as to why this happens to elders. A key point is that they do crave sugar and will usually eat many sugary things. It can be a hard to determine what is the best approach to dealing with situations such as this. For example, if an elder loses too much weight, it can lead to many more serious problems. Or they can eat sugary things, which can help them maintain weight and a better quality of life, but they will not get the nutrients they need. Each situation and person is different. However, talking through scenarios such as this, with a trained care manager, can be very helpful.
During holiday visits with elders, ask yourself these questions to ensure they are healthy and safe. How is their hygiene? Are they wearing appropriate clothing for the weather? Has their steadiness while walking changed? Do they have any visible bruises or cuts? Has there been changes in their daily routine? Have they stopped attending important […]
During holiday visits with elders, ask yourself these questions to ensure they are healthy and safe.
How is their hygiene?
Are they wearing appropriate clothing for the weather?
Has their steadiness while walking changed?
Do they have any visible bruises or cuts?
Has there been changes in their daily routine?
Have they stopped attending important social events?
Are they getting asked repetitively for large amounts of money?
Are they more forgetful or repetitive during conversation?
Do they seem hopeless and sad?
Do you find spoiled items in the fridge?
Is there a large pile of unopened mail?
Any new scratches or dents on the car?
If you answered yes to any of these tell them about what you have observed and ask them about it. If you have observed multiple items call us for a free consultation so we can assist you in connecting them with the best resources in NorthernVirginia.
The holidays are almost here. For some, the holidays bring happiness and joy. However, for a lot of people the holidays bring stress, bad memories, feelings of loneliness, and anxiety. How can you find some peace during this time? Perhaps you can say no to some parties and gift buying, or maybe try volunteering in […]
The holidays are almost here. For some, the holidays bring happiness and joy. However, for a lot of people the holidays bring stress, bad memories, feelings of loneliness, and anxiety. How can you find some peace during this time? Perhaps you can say no to some parties and gift buying, or maybe try volunteering in a capacity that makes you feel a sense of purpose and gratefulness. Either way, try to find something positive to hold on to during the holiday season. If you need a listening ear in NorthernVirginia, we are here for you!
In-home Dementia Care can be difficult to manage. The individual with Dementia often asks repetitive questions in the early to middle stages of their illness. We have some helpful tips for you to use while coping with this. Try not to say, “You already said/asked that.” If they are telling a story and parts are […]
In-home Dementia Care can be difficult to manage. The individual with Dementia often asks repetitive questions in the early to middle stages of their illness. We have some helpful tips for you to use while coping with this. Try not to say, “You already said/asked that.” If they are telling a story and parts are incorrect, try not to correct them. This can be difficult day in and day out, but it is important to meet them where they are at. Remember, they cannot control what they are experiencing with their changes in memory, and correcting them will make them feel discouraged and guilty. This being said, it is important for you to have time to yourself, so that your potential irritability and frustrations lessen and you are better able to cope.
