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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!
The most common question I hear from clients is, how do I know the right company to choose for senior care? Whether it is home care, assisted living, or a nursing home, this question always comes up. In Northern Virginia, we are fortunate to have many companies to choose from, but that makes decision making […]
The most common question I hear from clients is, how do I know the right company to choose for senior care? Whether it is home care, assisted living, or a nursing home, this question always comes up. In Northern Virginia, we are fortunate to have many companies to choose from, but that makes decision making harder.
Here are some tips of what to ask:
– Tell me about how you ensure personalized care and individual preferences.
– What do you do when an employee calls out sick?
– How do you support your staff in the difficult daily work they do?
– Tell me about your procedures for communicating with responsible parties.
These open ended questions can give you a lot of information. But if they don’t, that may be a sign that it may not be a good fit.
If you know an elder in an Assisted Living or Nursing Home you may need this information in your back pocket! It is against facility regulations to not honor the individual rights of an elder; dignity, privacy, respect, and choice, just to name a few. If you ever feel this is happening to someone you […]
If you know an elder in an Assisted Living or Nursing Home you may need this information in your back pocket! It is against facility regulations to not honor the individual rights of an elder; dignity, privacy, respect, and choice, just to name a few. If you ever feel this is happening to someone you know please call your local Ombudsman. You can even make an anonymous call if that is more comfortable. Ombudsman are appointed by the state to advocate for and ensure that the rights of elders are being honored.
Many focus on weightloss for a new years resolution, which is not necesaarily bad, but why not strive to take care of yourself in multiple ways. If you can’t take care of yourself how can you care for others? Find ways to care for your overall well-being.
The holiday season brings different emotions for everyone. No matter how you are feeling, this is our wish for you this holiday season!
The holiday season brings different emotions for everyone. No matter how you are feeling, this is our wish for you this holiday season!
Do you know an elder who lives at home that has cognitive impairment and wanders? If so, you are likely concerned for their safety. If they do not have someone with them at all times they should either move to a Memory Support facility or have 24/7 care at home. If they do stay at […]
Do you know an elder who lives at home that has cognitive impairment and wanders? If so, you are likely concerned for their safety. If they do not have someone with them at all times they should either move to a Memory Support facility or have 24/7 care at home. If they do stay at home with care here’s a tip to make it easier on the Caregiver. Use a battery operated door alarm on all doors so the Caregiver is aware of when they are trying to leave the house.
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.
If you have a parent, a friend, a neighbor, or a grandparent who is lonely, bored, depressed and missing that sense of purpose in their life read this! There are multiple Adult Day Centers and Senior Centers in Northern Virginia that will support elders by engaging them and helping them be less isolated. The great […]
If you have a parent, a friend, a neighbor, or a grandparent who is lonely, bored, depressed and missing that sense of purpose in their life read this! There are multiple Adult Day Centers and Senior Centers in Northern Virginia that will support elders by engaging them and helping them be less isolated. The great thing is, they even provide local transportation to and from the center! The elder can even volunteer there if they are resistant to going for their own benefit. Often, people will do things for someone else before themself.
What an amazing thing, to be able to sit in this office with clients and be surrounded by Virginia foliage. We bring more peace and wellness to the lives of individuals every day! It is such and honor to be able to provide Care Management for elders and Counseling support to adults of all ages […]
What an amazing thing, to be able to sit in this office with clients and be surrounded by Virginia foliage. We bring more peace and wellness to the lives of individuals every day! It is such and honor to be able to provide Care Management for elders and Counseling support to adults of all ages in the Northern Virginia area!
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!
